Award-Winning Secret Garden Hideaway--Space and Privacy in Downtown
- Minimum stay:3 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Nestled on a quiet street, this custom Craftsman offers a true retreat feel, with being downtown. Five minutes to the beach & ten blocks to downtown, you can walk or bus anywhere. Spacious accommodation with luxurious bedding and a remodeled kitchen make for a pristine experience with all the comforts of home.
Additionally there is a private outdoor area for 'fresco' dining and barbecuing or just taking in the sun. The living room boasts plenty of comfortable seating as well as a 46' large screen HDTV, wireless internet, solid pine floors, and a cozy fireplace to provide a wonderful ambiance. The large living room make this the perfect place for a group of nine or a romantic retreat for a couples. Three bedrooms, one with king bed, the others with queen beds complete with luxury bedding and down comforters. Set in its own garden setting this private home has off-street parking and its own private fenced yard. Relax under the flowering trees and take in the wonderful California weather
There is additional sleeping with a queen sofa bed in the living room, and a twin chair pull out in the front sun room. There is dining for nine, and one of the areas also serves as a game room/card table.
For Our Weekly Guests: For the adventurous, two beach cruiser bicycles are provided for an arranged three hour time for you to explore town or the beaches--only minutes away! Have great fun on the many bike paths.
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
- Suitable For Elderly Or Infirm
- Children Welcome
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9
- Bedroom 1
- 1 king
- Garden Views & large bath
- Bedroom 2
- 1 queen
- Upstairs with balcony & mountain/garden views
- Bedroom 3
- 1 queen
- Large windows & privacy
- Additional sun porch sleeping area
- 1 twin/ single
- Does have a door to separate the rroom
- Living room
- 1 queen
- Doors to living area separate the space area
Bathrooms
- 3.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- toilet, shower, jetted tub
- double basin & vanity seating area
- Bathroom 2
- toilet, combination tub/shower
- Bathroom 3
- toilet, combination tub/shower
- All bathrooms have beautiful custom tile work.
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- DVD Player
- Game Room
- Radio
- Piano
- CD Player
- Stereo
- Television
Theme
- Romantic
- Family
Attractions
- Winery Tours
- Coin Laundry
- Churches
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Cinemas
- Zoo
- Library
- Live Theater
- Playground
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Botanical Garden
- Marina
Car
- Recommended
Leisure Activities
- Beachcombing
- Walking
- Boating
- Bird Watching
- Paddle Boating
- Antiquing
- Shopping
- Whale Watching
- Sight Seeing
- Scenic Drives
local services and businesses
- Massage Therapist
- ATM/Bank
- Hospital
- Medical Services
- Groceries
- Fitness Center
Location Type
- Near The Ocean
- Downtown
sports and adventure activities
- Surfing
- Golf
- Deepsea Fishing
- Roller Blading
- Sailing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Wind-Surfing
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Kayaking
- Fishing
- Racquetball
- Surf Fishing
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Jet Skiing
- Pier Fishing
- Mountain Biking
- Cycling
- Tennis
catering options
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Dining Area
forms of payment
- Accept Credit Card
General
- Wireless Internet
- Linens Provided
- Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace
- Local Activities Guide
- Living Area
- Ceiling Fans
- Sofa Bed
- Shampoo
- Washing Machine
- Internet
- Basic Soaps
- Iron & Board
- Parking Off Street
- Activities Guide
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Hair Dryer
- Parking
- Heating
- Clothes Dryer
- Towels Provided
- Filtered Water
- Paper Towels
- Toilet Paper
Kitchen
- Pantry Items
- Coffee Maker
- Catering Available
- Kitchen
- Toaster
- Cooking Utensils
- Stove
- Freezer
- Coffee Grinder
- Blender
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Oven
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
Outside
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Barbecue
- Outdoor Grill
- Lawn / Garden
- Large Cooler
- Balcony
- Deck / Patio
- Patio
- Outdoor Furniture
- Outdoor Entertainment Area
- Beach Towels
- Yard
- Bicycles
- Beach Chairs
Payment Type
- Visa
- Mastercard
Pool / Spa
- Spa Whirlpool
- Jetted Tub
- Jacuzzi
Reviews
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Ideal Location; Perfect Set-Up
Guest comment entered by ownerIdeal Location; Perfect Set-Up
- Guest David F., Albuquerque, NM
- Date of stay 04/14/13
- Review Submitted 04/17/13
The house was terrific for our family stay. It had everything we needed and was set up perfectly for our configuration - 3 groups of 2 adults and 2 young children who slept on the pullout couch. And the kitchen was a great place for us all to get together and nibble and talk. We even spent the evenings outside under the trellis around the table. Everything worked and there was enough hot water for us all to take showers before we went to my brother's wedding, something we all commented on. And the location was ideal, perfect for a quick trip to Hendry's for breakfast and a walk along the beach, a dinner on the wharf or up to State street for a stroll. Thanks again for the use of the house. Best regards.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Private & Comfortable
Guest comment entered by ownerPrivate & Comfortable
- Guest Debra M., Los Gatos, CA
- Date of stay 04/07/13
- Review Submitted 04/08/13
Wendy, We had a marvelous time at the Secret Garden Hideaway. Loved that the bedrooms and bathrooms were so private. Very comfortable home with everything we needed. Thank you again! We had a fabulous time.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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A Home Away From Home
Guest comment entered by ownerA Home Away From Home
- Guest Josephine N., UK
- Date of stay 03/27/13
- Review Submitted 04/08/13
My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your property in Santa Barbara. We certainly would consider it if we ever returned to the area. I personally would not hesitate to recommend it to other freinds and family. The property was very well maintained and like a home from home. Our privacy was respected and on the one oportunity we had to meet the gentleman owner, it was certainly a pleasant experience. Josephine Sophie NakatoDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Much Better than a Hotel!
Guest comment entered by ownerMuch Better than a Hotel!
- Guest Karoline N., Valencia, CA
- Date of stay 02/18/13
- Review Submitted 02/20/13
What a wonderful, perfect spot for our Santa Barbara vacation weekend! We are a group of five friends who live all over the country who decided to come to Santa Barbara for a low-key girls' weekend/30th birthday celebration. The house was easy to find, spacious, and had everything and more than what we needed. We loved that we were able to cook in the kitchen, and with five women in the house, it was fantastic to have three bathrooms! We had considered booking a hotel for the weekend, but are now beyond glad we chose to stay at the rental house instead. I would highly recommend this house to others and would certainly stay there again on future trips to Santa Barbara.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Charming House, Nice Neighborhood
Guest comment entered by ownerCharming House, Nice Neighborhood
- Guest Cynthia L., Newburyport, MA
- Date of stay 11/04/12
- Review Submitted 11/08/12
Charming house. Nice neighborhood with classic bungalow houses, close to downtown. Fun walking! Great attention to all of the details to make our stay comfortable...even really nice amenities in the bathrooms! Best feature was that all bedrooms are so private and designed so that there is no noise or disturbance.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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Private & Peaceful
Guest comment entered by ownerPrivate & Peaceful
- Guest The K Family, Madison, WI
- Date of stay 10/03/12
- Review Submitted 10/22/12
The 6 Wisconsinites had a wonderful week topped off with the Sunday Packer win (football on the big screen TV a plus)!!! The garden area was a great extension for relaxation & visiting. The array of flowers, trees (avocado, lime, oak, mimosa) and birds (especially hummingbirds) was entertaining. It is an area packed with ambiance! Location to the water, State Street (stores), mission, Highway 101, Botanical Gardens was perfect. Loved the residential feel-- Private & Peaceful!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Comfortable & Spacious
Guest comment entered by ownerComfortable & Spacious
- Guest Pam M., Seattle, WA
- Date of stay 09/09/12
- Review Submitted 10/22/12
For our daughter's wedding celebration we needed a place for 9 family members plus friends from Seattle. My web search took me to your site, Wendy, and it was very fortuitous. We all had comfortable, spacious places in the house so that we were not tripping over each other and yet we could all congregate in the kitchen comfortably. We found the lawn furniture and expanded our presence out to the backyard for a lovely outdoor dinner after the wedding rehearsal. Everyone admired the mimosa tree, the avocado tree, and the lime tree--we have none of these in Seattle! The fans kept us cool--we're glad they were in most of the rooms. We loved your decor and attention to detail. It was a grand weekend!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Secret Garden Getaway For a Wedding!
Guest comment entered by ownerSecret Garden Getaway For a Wedding!
- Guest Mick M, North Dakota
- Date of stay 07/09/12
- Review Submitted 08/15/12
We thoroughly enjoyed the house and property for our stay. With enough room to cook and host the wedding party and used as a jump-off point for the wedding itself. There was more than enough room for Jane and I, our daughter, Madeline, my in-laws and on the night of the wedding, my cousin and his wife. It was a nice location, close to the Mission, downtown and all points in SB. The yard was nice for people to gather and relax and with the adjacent property rented by my sister, we had a nice spot for a family reunion. Once again, Wendy provided us with a great place for a vacation in beautiful Santa Barbara! Thanks from Mick and JaneDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Spacious and Delightful
Guest comment entered by ownerSpacious and Delightful
- Guest Roberta H., Sutter Creek, CA
- Date of stay 07/28/12
- Review Submitted 08/02/12
This house is spacious and delightful for a vacation. The three separate bed and bath areas worked so well for me and my adult kids. The bedroom at the rear of the house is sheltered and quiet, making it perfect for my grand babys nap. Good location, quiet neighborhood, well-furnished and well-stocked house. Perfect for us. Would definitely rent this house again.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Very Comfortable
Guest comment entered by ownerVery Comfortable
- Guest Julie G., San Diego, CA
- Date of stay 04/02/12
- Review Submitted 04/09/12
The house was perfect for a ladies weekend away! It was the perfect size for us, and we all loved how there was shampoo and conditioner for the shower - that usually doesn't happen when you rent a house. The kitchen was well stocked with plates, silverware, etc, and everything seemed really clean. It was very comfortable and cozy, and we had a great time!!!! Thank you!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring May 1 - May 14, 2013 3 night min stay |
$425 | $425 |
$2200 | |||
| Summer May 15 - Sep 15, 2013 3 night min stay |
$525 | $525 |
$2595 | |||
| Fall Sep 16 - Oct 31, 2013 3 night min stay |
$425 | $425 |
$2200 | |||
| Winter Nov 1 - Mar 31, 2014 3 night min stay |
$349 | $349 |
$1900 | |||
| Spring Apr 1 - May 15, 2014 3 night min stay |
$425 | $425 |
$2200 | |||
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Fees and Taxes:
- Tax Rate 12%
- Cleaning $225
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Secret Garden Hideaway a retreat near everything
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Custom tiled master bath, double vanity separate shower and jacuzzi tub
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Second and third bedrooms have queen beds, own bath and tv and desk
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Upstairs suite has its own balcony
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Front sun room a comfortable retreat for reading or a twin pull out bed
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Desk, TV and a breakfast bar make many functions possible
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View the organge tree from your sunny dining room spot
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Comfy fireplace sitting are
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Plenty of comfortable seating around the 46 inch HDTV
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Dine under the wisteria vine arbor and enjoy the birds playing in the fountain
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Plenty of outdoor space to enjoy your privacy in the sun
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Magical Wisteria in bloom. So many garden wonders to enjoy!
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Master suite has windows that surround you with views of the garden.
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A beautiful place to unwind and retreat
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Large closet and views of the garden
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Sit out above the wisteria arbor
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Large kitchen is cooks dream with everything you need
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Comfortable nook for visitors as you cook
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Table enlarged for six to eight
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Game table doubles as extra dining area with leaf seats six
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Garden views again all around
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Lounge with the flowers and birds to the tune of the fountain
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View from the kitchen sink out to your Secret Garden