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1920 Santa Barbara Spanish Colonial on Riveria next to Mission/Rose Gardens

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1920 SB Spanish Colonial designed by Plunket, architect SB airport
Living room, trusseled ceiling, double french doors,large flat screen TV
Large patio off of living room, ocean views
Listen to the birds, fountain, mission bells
Fully equipped kitchen for gourmet cooks

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Your gateway to the great outdoors
    Guests love the location for its easy national park access.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Mission Santa Barbara
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Mission Santa Barbara
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Bowl
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

1920 Santa Barbara Spanish Colonial on Riveria next to Mission/Rose Gardens

For the discerning traveler, experience the essence of Santa Barbara's unique beauty and character in historic 1920 Spanish colonial 2 bedroom home set in prime Riveria location next to Mission/Rose Gardens and magnificent mountains while enjoying total privacy on outdoor patios offering breath taking ocean, channel Island, and city views. Take pleasant 30 minute walk to center of town offering gardens, historic sites, shops, restaurants, theaters galore. Walks in neighborhood are amazing too. Magnificent Henry's Beach is just 6 miles away.
Home flows beautifully between indoors and outdoors and you will find yourself content to just relax and maybe not leave the property at all - except to attend Saturday Farmer's market where you can bring back the freshest food to cook and then eat outside under the stars. Lovely outdoor patios and ocean views.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 35
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please tell us a little about yourselves, where you live, reason you are coming to SB.
We live in CT and bought SB home in 2006. Our family has enjoyed it and want others to also. It is not rental property per se.
Out of respect for our neighbors no gatherings of any kind, and please observe quiet hours between 10pm - 8am.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 229740ha
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Lower Riviera, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, this vacation home is in the mountains and near the beach. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Butterfly Beach and Goleta Beach. Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Santa Barbara Botanic Garden are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Santa Barbara - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Natural History Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Upper State Street - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 6 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 14 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪CAJÉ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Secret Bao - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Daily Grind - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1920 Santa Barbara Spanish Colonial on Riveria next to Mission/Rose Gardens pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

Where is 1920 Santa Barbara Spanish Colonial on Riveria next to Mission/Rose Gardens located?

Located in Lower Riviera, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Alice Keck Memorial Garden and Alameda Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting and views, a wonderful historic house. Margaret is a delightful host.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 11, 2026
Thank you writing a review. I hope you will return sometime. I believe you have my contact information. Margaret Steinmetz
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10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very special property with Santa Barbara charm. Gardens and patios are amazing! Very comfortable home. Wonderful location to downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 5, 2026
Thank you for writing an excellent review. I don’t have so many reviews as guests who have stayed in our home before aren’t allowed to write a review. We have many repeat guests who have stayed several times. Hope you will be returning sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Great location. Nice home. We had a lovely time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, amazing location. Host provided great communication to make this a memorable family getaway. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Margaret's place was fantastic for our Christmas stay. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking and dining. The house feels like home, and not a rental which was an added touch at Christmas time. Thank-you for sharing your home with our family.
View from the street
View from the top balcony
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time. Beautiful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a treat to stay in this beautifully appointed home! The outside patios were a real bonus as was the lemon tree!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 16, 2025
Thank you for your review. Margaret
Verified

10/10 Excellent

linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We did not visit Santa Barbara in order to visit a national park. We were there to tour Botanical and private gardens.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Five Stars for everything. Margaret's home is the best. Don't even think about: book it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cyrus S.

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

Perfect home for a family reunion

We gathered to celebrate my son graduating with his Masters and it was the perfect setting
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria O.

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

Awesome stay

Lovely home, beautifully appointed, lovely patio and views. We were there with some rain but this was thee perfect retreat location. Will return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Beautiful Home in Mission Canyon

Great views, beautifully furnished home, new immaculate kitchen and bathrooms, lovely gardens. Margaret has everything organized and is always available. A terrific place to stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2023
Thanks again Paul for taking time to write a review both concise and original. Glad you enjoyed staying on our home In Santa Barbara. Margaret Steinmetz
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

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

Santa Barbara Special

We loved our month here. Delightful, well maintained 2 bedroom home in the Lower Riviera adjacent to the MIssion. Quiet and private. Great neighborhood for walking. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 27 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
There’s a reason why you see the photos as they are of the property. What isn’t shown is important. The garage is very steep hill to get into and is cluttered with all kinds of books and shelves and bicycles, etc. the only parking is on the street and that can be a problem. Also, the downstairs shower is very impractical, the way it is installed and we could not use it as the water would leak out of the tub onto the floor and cause a hazard. Much of the furniture outside is rusty and unusable. Despite these problems we encountered the house is very comfortable and the owner very responsive.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fredric W.

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

Artful Lower Riviera

This is a beautiful home that has been tastefully and artfully furnished. It is ideal for a couple, and the guest room is adequate for two guests. There is a lower grass terrace that is ideal for an evening drink with a good view of Santa Barbara and the waterfront, a middle terrace off the living room that works well for lunch and dinner for 4 or fewer, and an upper terrace that seats 6-10 for meals. The kitchen is well appointed with a good supply of beautiful dinnerware. The owner was very accommodating. We suggest two areas of caution: First, the first floor guest bath has a free standing tub and shower curtain ring that can be annoying for guests who prefer showers to baths (although the upstairs master bath is beautiful and can be made available to guests, as we did. Second, the home is at the top of a steep hill and accessed by 30+ steps. We are septuagenarians and hosted three other septuagenarians as guests for short periods and had no issues accessing the house or navigating the neighborhood on long walks. If these aren’t an issue, as they were not for us, then this is an ideal property for an extended stay in the lower American Riviera near the mission .
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

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

A true gem of a home

I cannot say enough wonderful things about this property. The grounds, the view, the cozy interior all contributed to a spectacular 2-week stay with family. The neighborhood is quiet and we enjoyed exploring during sunset walks. It was perfect for two couples with ample space to remotely work a portion of the week. We took every opportunity to enjoy the fireplace during cool evenings and patio during the day. The home is a short walk to the mission, 15-min walk to the courthouse and a 10-min drive to the water. The owner provided excellent communication before arrival and during the stay. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devin O.

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

Great spot overlooking SB

This a great well maintained home. Margaret was a delight to communicate with. This was a perfect spot.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauryn G.

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

Excellent communication!

Margaret and her home were beyond expectations. Beautiful view and a home with a lot of character. Margaret was great and so helpful and accommodating. Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 18 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

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

We loved this home!

We had the perfect month in Santa Barbara and this home really added to our experience. The patio is beautiful and a great place for morning coffee and evening gatherings. Margaret is so helpful and responsive. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary h.

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

The house was amazing!!!! everything was a 10+!!

loved everything about it... !
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyson W.

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

A Magical Manifestation of Santa Barbara Grace and Charm

What a spectacular home! Perched on the Riviera, the views are amazing and the location is ideal. The abundant outdoor space flows seamlessly with the well appointed interior rooms. The charm of the decor matched with the high quality amenities gives the impression of a luxurious European boutique hotel. Margaret was a dream to work with, striking that delicate balance between offering autonomy and providing support. We feel like we have discovered our home away from home in Santa Barbara!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan E.

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

Exquisite

This property, it's location as well as any/all communications needed with the owner were just amazing. We were blown away. This is a HOME not a grungy VRBO rental. It is in a VERY quiet neighborhood so not the spot to stay for loud activity. My Family includes a 3.5 year old and an infant-- families like ours should be mindful that the house also has many beautiful but fragile items throughout (art, china etc) so be aware as my wife and I were about what is "off limits" to the kids. We hope to stay here again and can't express how stunning the property is.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Beautiful relaxing escape

This home is beautiful. The location is very central, perfect for walks to the mission or just around the neighborhood. The outdoor areas are expansive and serene. The home was thoughtfully stocked with most essentials, not to mention very clean. I’d definitely recommend staying here. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2020

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