Location: DownTown, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Area, Central Coast, California, USA
Accommodations: Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Bella Vina Retreat - Elegance and Privacy in Downtown Santa Barbara
It is hard to believe a peaceful and private retreat like this exists in the heart of Santa Barbara. The bustle of the day departs as you take your first step into the walled garden patio which leads to the front door. Flowering and robust, every part of this property is unique and manicured. The lion's-head fountain provides a soundtrack to your relaxing conversation around the outdoor dining set. For even more renewal, take dip in the private garden spa.
Enter the house to an incredible collection of artisan woodwork. Everywhere you look are built-in specimens of bookcases, armoires, light fixtures and more. The comfortable seating and fireplace of the living room provide a perfect setting for indoor socializing or relaxing.
The kitchen is complete with granite counter tops, and quality appliances. It is fully stocked to provide everything a chef needs for gourmet cooking. Counter dining is easy, or set up the dining room table for special evenings with friends and family.
The master bedroom has a King size bed, and the guest bedroom has two Twin beds. Each bedroom has it's own private bathroom.
Walk three blocks to State Street, the main corridor of Santa Barbara shopping and dining. Along the way is a fabulous, all local, "mini-downtown". It includes a coffee/smoothie house, burger and salad restaurant, Mexican restaurant, McConnell's ice cream parlor, and several retail stores. Continue your stroll several blocks further to the heart of Santa Barbara's downtown.
The property is located within easy reach of all that Santa Barbara has to offer. The beach is an easy 5 minute drive down the street. Santa Barbara Mission is a 2 minute drive. Take a 40 minute drive over the coastal mountains to the verdant Santa Ynez Valley for a day of wine tasting and dining.
Bella Vina Retreat promises to be the ultimate downtown Santa Barbara getaway. Please visit us and enjoy this romantic and renewing haven, a world away from the hustle of everyday life.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Private Hot Tub
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available: Private chef available upon request
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: We do not rent to non-family groups; defined as unrelated adults under the age of 40.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollar)
Spring (May 01-Jun 14) .. $250/night .. $1375/week .. $4100/month
Summer (Jun 15-Sep 15) .. $275/night .. $1500/week .. $5400/month
Fall (Sep 16-Oct 31) .. $250/night .. $1375/week .. $4100/month
Winter (Nov 01-Apr 30) .. $225/night .. $1250/week .. $3800/month
$225 cleaning fee, $1,000 security deposit, 12% TOT tax
High Season rates apply for UCSB Graduation Thanksgiving and Christmas weeks
3 night minimum
Until Confirmed, rates subject to change
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Enjoy this one-of-a-kind living room - Santa Barbara Vacation Duplex with a Fireplace
- Your private garden retreat awaits you! - Santa Barbara Vacation Duplex with a Fireplace
- Entry way - Santa Barbara Vacation Duplex with a Fireplace
- Master bedroom
- Kitchen
- Dining Room
- Living room
- Master bathroom
- Guest bedroom
- Outdoor lanai
- Patio
- Patio detail
- The gardens continue down the side yard
- The place to end a perfect day!
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(transcribed from the Guest Book at the property) My daughter and I stayed here and I just love it. We were in Santa Barbara for a family wedding and your home was a perfect escape from all of the chaos. We hope to be here again in the future.
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(transcribed from the Guest Book at the home) What a lovely "secret garden" in which to stay the week.
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(transcribed from the Guest Book at the home) Lovely house....generously provisioned. Many thanks.
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(transcribed from the Guest Book at the property) Loved Santa Barbara and really enjoyed the house, it was comfortable and extremely inviting!
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(transcribed from the Guest Book at the home) Had wonderful time in Santa Barbara. House was gorgeous - just like pictures on website!...Hot tub a real treat and so was gardens. Could not fault it in anyway.
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(transcribed from the Guest Book at the home) We had a wonderful time here. Thank you for opening up your beautiful home. We are definitely coming back.
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(Transcribed from the Guest book at the home) We spent our first night as husband and wife here and we couldn't have picked a better place.
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Kristi , St. Paul, MN
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(transcribed from the Guest Book at the home) This is the third year we've stayed at Bella Vina, the first two winters for a month each, and this year for two weeks. By itself, that says how much we love it here! This house is perfect! Warm, comfortable; cozy, yet large; amazingly well-appointed for a rental property; in a superb location; and has gardens which are positivle tropical. What's not to love?....
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(transcribed from the Guest Book at the home) A beautiful place. Felt at home. Very comfortable. Would come back