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Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara!

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A historic building with two towers, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with vibrant flowers.
A two-story house with a front porch, a small staircase, and a front door.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with seating, and a view to the outdoors.
A patio with a dining table and chairs, a red umbrella, and potted plants.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, white cabinets, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Barbara

A family-friendly stay in Santa Barbara awaits you at this holiday home. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find popular places like Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. A living room, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers concierge services, barbecues and childcare. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Historic Downtown Santa Barbara holiday home include Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Santa Barbara Zoo.
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What's nearby

  • Paseo Nuevo Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 11 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪M. Special Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wildcat Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • Dune Coffee Roasters
  • ‪Institution Ale Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Elsie's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara!

3 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHROOMS | 6 GUESTS

If you desire to be in the vibrant heart of Santa Barbara, this is the perfect home for your Paradise Retreats getaway. Nestled on a historic street, one of the oldest in Downtown Santa Barbara, you'll find yourself just one block from the lively lower State Street, four blocks from the eclectic Funk Zone, and a mere six blocks from the stunning beach. Prefer not to walk? We understand! This exceptional Paradise Retreats property thoughtfully includes four complimentary beach cruiser bicycles, inviting you to pedal and explore like a true local.

The home itself has been meticulously renovated to provide prime comfort and relaxation, embodying the quality you expect from Paradise Retreats. An inviting open-concept kitchen seamlessly flows into the dining area and living room, where a beautiful stone fireplace serves as a warm and welcoming focal point. Luxurious sheets and linens are provided for each of the three bedrooms, ensuring every guest enjoys a truly restorative night's sleep. Outside, the private backyard awaits, featuring a fully fenced patio, a barbecue for al fresco dining, and an outdoor dining table—perfect for unwinding under the stars and making lasting memories with Paradise Retreats.

*NOTE: Wall A/C Unit for Living Room, Dining, and Kitchen areas only. Portable fans in all Bedrooms.

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Walk Everywhere
- Four Bicycles Included
- Large Outdoor Dining Area
- Spacious Open-Concept

FAQ's:
- Property Address: Available after reservation confirmation
- TV's: 2 - Living Room (65"), Bedroom 1 (45")
- High Speed WiFi: YES
- Coffee Maker: Automatic Drip
- Bedroom/Bathroom Details: See "Rooms and Beds" tab above
- Parking Max: 4 Cars (Garage-0 / Driveway-4 / Street-Limited)
- # of King Size Beds: 0
- Air Conditioning (A/C): YES/Partial - LVRM Wall Unit Only - Cools Living Rm, Dining and Kitchen areas. Portable fans in all Bedrooms.
- Party Rentals/Hosted Events: Prohibited

**GUEST AGREES TO ELECTRONICALLY SIGN OUR RESERVATION AGREEMENT within 2 days of booking. (Emailed to Guest upon booking.)**

POLICIES:
- Minimum Age of Primary Guest: 30 years or older.
- Quiet Hours: 9:00pm-9:00am. Please respect our neighbors.
- No Smoking on Property.
- Pet Policy: Call us!
- No Party Rentals or Hosted Events.
- Check-in: 3:00pm or later.
- Check-out: 10:00am or earlier.
- Manager/Homeowner Reserves the Right to Deny Reservation.
- Until Confirmed, Rates are Subject to Change.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara!?

Yep, Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara! is a short 16-minute walk from West Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing.

Does Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara!?

No, Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara!?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Downtown Villa - Perfect Location in Downtown Santa Barbara! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 78 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Perfect girls trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect. We were in town for our daughter's wedding. The property was as advertised. Great location, an easy walk to State Street, beach, Funk Zone and restaurants. Very clean and well-stocked with everything you could ever need. Great outdoor space and parking. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Downtown SB location

Second time we have stayed there. This is a great property, in a great location and has everything you need for an enjoyable and comfortable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was absolutely perfect! It was clean, had everything you could need and is in the best location! We were able to walk everywhere and it made the trip amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angelique P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home

Had everything we could need, great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Great place to stay. Easy walking to downtown and a very comfortable house with everything you’ll need for your stay. Extremely clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great location

property was as advertised and provided my out of town family a great place to gather.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was first rate. Great location near the main shops and restaurants. Easy walk to the beach. The house is well stocked with everything you need and lots of space to lounge around. The private patio is great for enjoying morning coffee. There is ample parking. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan S S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property! Beautiful, location was perfect and the house was stocked with everything we could ever need. Very comfortable and great for our family of 4! I highly recommend this home and hope to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santa Barbara getaway

This is a great house! Perfect location and has everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway

This home exceeded our hopes and expectations for our family getaway to Santa Barbara. Location was perfect for ease of walking to restaurants and shopping. House was very well supplied and beautiful appointments.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent rental, we loved it!

So wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house in Santa Barbara

Couldn’t have been cleaner, better-equipped or easier to park! Great location, too. Five stars plus!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

maureen l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely highend rental

The place was top notch
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rose P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well appointed, great location

Perfect for a girls weekend! Lovely on the inside and located with walking distance of State Street and the Funk Zone
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santa Barbara

Stayed here for a trip with a group of friends. Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

潇潇 张.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice house/great location

really pretty house which is better than the pic shows. everything is well maintained. location is also great. experience was great for family visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The place was amazing. Very clean and close to everything. I would recommend this place to all my f.

I would give it 6 stars if I could.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homey Stay

Loved staying at this property! The house was very clean, with lots of cleaning supplies to maintain it during our stay. The kitchen was stocked with every dish and tool you'll ever need! Loved the proximity to State street and front patio area. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house! Great location!

It was perfect! In SB for a wedding and had a great time! Hope to come back soon! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property with a nice big courtyard

Beautiful fully remodeled property with a really nice fenced in courtyard so you can enjoy Santa Barbara’s wonderful weather. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot with literally everything you’d need!

This villa was amazing. The proximity to State Street was perfect. A short walk to the Funk Zone and the Pier. Very clean and I’ve never stayed at a place that has literally everything you would need for your stay!! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this beautiful villa.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property

We enjoyed our stay at the Downtown Villa. The home was very spacious, comfortable, and well appointed . It is in a perfect location also. We could easily walk to the downtown area, Funk Town, and the beach. It was the perfect vacation spot for our family. I would highly recommend staying in this amazing home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation Spot!

We had a wonderful stay at Downtown Villa. The home was well-decorated, clean, comfortable and the kitchen was very well stocked. We had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. It's ideally located to many restaurants and the beach was a quick bike ride. The property is perfect for a family vacation. We'll be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024