Entire home

Walk to Beach, Harbor and Shops! Private Pool / Patio

Large living room with fireplace (see next photo) and seating for at least 8.

Cozy fireplace in living room for the cool nights in the winter and fall.

View from living room, thru den and onto back lanai (dog not included: )

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 51100 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Pool
Fireplace

Explore the area

Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara City College
‪3 min walk‬
Santa Barbara Harbor
‪12 min walk‬
Stearns Wharf
‪5 min drive‬
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Den

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Walk to Beach, Harbor and Shops! Private Pool / Patio

This is your home away from home when visiting Santa Barbara. Two-bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large covered patio for al-fresco dining, reading, movies, relaxing. Walk up four steps to the large, private, outdoor swimming pool (not heated) and BBQ grill after you've come back from exploring.

Ride the bikes to town or to the harbor or wharf where you can shop, dine out, or just take in the beautiful views and smell the salt in the air (there are two adult and two kids bikes at the house, but you can walk to the Wharf area and rent more.)
Santa Barbara offers wonderful festivities all year round and is famous for it's beautiful Spanish style downtown area, restaurants, beaches, courthouse, museums, zoo, live theater, concerts, shopping and more.

Come stay in a great neighborhood, convenient to everything you need to make your visit fun and relaxing, without the expense of renting a hotel room in this upscale town.

The pool is large, private and has a large deck with patio furniture, BBQ grill and privacy.

If you don't want to walk to Shoreline Cafe (right on the beach!) or Brophy Bros (at the Wharf) for the best clam chowder, fresh oysters, or fish tacos while watching dophins swim by (and the occasional whale), the kitchen has everything you need to make snacks for a picnic at the beach, or cook your meals for an outdoor party in the lanai. There is plenty of seating in the formal dining area, eat-in kitchen or on the patio (there are two!) or pool deck.

The living room has a large fireplace and the den has a TV with cable, and WiFi connection for those with a laptop.

The two bedrooms are cozy . There is a convertible sofa in the den that sleeps one.

The main bathroom has a tub and shower. There is also a powder room convenient to the outdoor patio/pool.

Bicycles, games, books (take one home!), pool toys are all available to make your stay enjoyable.

Keywords: Walk to Beach
Walk to Wharf and Harbor
Private Pool
Large patio and deck
Relaxing location
Near shopping
Bikes

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Adults only

Pool has no safety fence.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

One dog. No cats.

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 deadlock

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located in The Mesa, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and Andree Clark Bird Refuge. Check out an event or a game at Santa Barbara Bowl, and consider making time for Santa Barbara Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Leadbetter Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Santa Barbara Harbor - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Stearns Wharf - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

Santa Barbara Station - 3 min drive
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shoreline Park - ‬9 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Eli Luria Library - ‬10 min walk
‪On The Alley - ‬18 min walk
‪Shoreline Beach Cafe - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Walk to Beach, Harbor and Shops! Private Pool / Patio have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Walk to Beach, Harbor and Shops! Private Pool / Patio pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Walk to Beach, Harbor and Shops! Private Pool / Patio?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Beach, Harbor and Shops! Private Pool / Patio?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Walk to Beach, Harbor and Shops! Private Pool / Patio located?

Located in The Mesa, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Barbara City College and Santa Barbara Harbor. Shoreline Park and Leadbetter Beach are also within 15 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 25 minutes by foot.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

13 Jul, 2025

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

Beautiful neighborhood in Santa Barbara

Lots of space and gathering options. We very much enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn H.

29 Jul, 2025

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

Lovely older home in a perfect location. Spacious and well-stocked! Outdoor seating areas and pool were lovely. We will come again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan D.

16 Jun, 2025

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

House was well furnished and had everything we needed. Pool was clean but a bit cold. Easy walk to the beach and harbor. Easy drive to shops.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Margarita M.

13 May, 2025

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

Time travel

This home is like a time capsule to the 70s/80s in decor and design. The house is well appointed with everything you need for an extended stay. Ample seating options to lounge around between adventures, excellent location to enjoy the mesa, and quick drive to downtown

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed A.

1 Sept, 2024

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

Perfect Location

This older home offers the perfect location for biking to Stearns Wharf, State St. and close enough to walk to the beach. The home has a large pool and enclosed patio with ample room for entertaining. Appliances are up to date, the neighborhood is quiet, making our lengthy stay very enjoyable. Our host was quick to respond with questions we had. We're looking forward to our next stay!

Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry B.

5 Mar, 2018

We loved it!

Great location, plenty of room, clean as a whistle. Needs new carpeting. Great den.

Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

steve w., Spring Tx

1 Aug, 2019

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

Great location, lots of room

Perfect for a family gathering and lots of outdoor space. House had everything that you need and really is walking distance to the coast. Plenty of stores nearby. Very quiet neighborhood. Definitely will inquire as to availability in the future for a return trip.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C., Montana

7 Feb, 2020

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

Mesa sunshine

This is a wonderful house in a wonderful location. It is so close to the beach and Shoreline Park and an easy trek to anywhere else that we wanted to go. The house is spacious and very well equipped. The interior is a bit dated, but that causes no problems at all! Having coffee on the lovely front porch in January was such a treat for a Montana girl. We were just sorry that it was too cold to use the pool. We can’t wait to go back.

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay B.

10 Jul, 2023

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

June 2023

We stayed at this comfortable home during June 2023 while a family member was recovering from jaw surgery. The house is more spacious and updated than indicated from the VRBO photos. The location is wonderful - just a 5 minute walk to Shoreline Park, a 10-15 minute walk to the pier and wharf, and a 5 minute walk to City College. The neighborhood is very quiet. Although it was too cold to use the pool, we enjoyed dinners on the pool deck, and using the gas grill. We often ate breakfast on the front patio. The house is very well stocked with kitchen equipment and tools, towels, bedding, games & puzzles, TV's, and wifi - everything we needed. The owner was pleasant, helpful, and responsive to all of our questions. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Stayed 30 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maura E.

24 Aug, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla R.

9 Sept, 2021

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

Excellent accommodations and location

This property is in a fantastic location - easy walking distance to beach/park and not a bad walk to State St! The home is located in a lovely neighborhood, and is well equipped with everything you might need for your stay. It is an older home with older furnishing, but everything is very comfortable and tidy! Dana is very responsive to answer any questions or resolve any issues! We had a wonderful visit, and looking forward to staying here again!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

3 Apr, 2020

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

Even lovelier than the photos...

We have rented on VRBO thirty or forty times over the years, and this is one of our favorites. Yes, it’s a bit dated so if you’re someone more accustomed to and preferring contemporary interior design, this might not be for you. That said, everything in the home was totally functional and well thought out (which can’t be said for all rentals)...kitchen appliances, good lighting (electric and natural) throughout, excellent king and queen bed mattresses, large flat screen TVs, comfortable conversation and reading areas (including library with hundreds of bookshelves), every imaginable pot and pan and utensil and dinnerware, large gas barbecue. The home is even more spacious than in the photos. The patios both in front and behind the house offer superb places to enjoy early morning, afternoon and sunset light. The house is located in a quiet neighborhood just a few blocks from the pedestrian sidewalk overlooking the entire Santa Barbara coastline; access to the beach is literally blocks away from your doorstep. Dana, who manages the property, was a delight, checking in with us regularly to ensure all of our needs were met. We have already booked our return next year and are counting the days!

Stayed 59 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristy R.

2 Dec, 2019

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

Super comfortable home with a great location...

We truly enjoyed our stay at Casa Del Sol. We loved its location being walking distance to Shoreline Park, the beach and the Santa Barbara Harbor. We also loved how equipped this house is which has everything plus more for one's stay in SB. The 2 beds were super comfortable and we so enjoyed our family game of Cranium!

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

scott V.

26 Sept, 2019

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

Great location near the beach.

House was great. A very short walk to the beach and the Shoreline Café. House was clean and roomy. Had everything we needed. It was nice to have a pool, even though we didn't get a chance to use it, as we spent most of the time at the beach or downtown. Loved the location. Close enough to walk to the beach or downtown and then come back to relax at a quiet home. Good communication with owner. We would book this again when we are in SB next time.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Jan, 2018

Nice little house with all necessary amenities !

This house is in a perfect location for seeing Santa Barbara.. very convenient to shops and restaurants, the harbor, parks and walking paths . Dana was so hospitable and so easy to deal with . No problems whatsoever ! The house has a great veranda for hosting friends and a nice pool beyond that . Very dog friendly as well ! I highly recommend it ! Very comfortable ..

Stayed 60 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

19 Aug, 2016

Great location and stay in SB

I rented this home for four nights when I was in Santa Barbara. This home is large and comfortable. We enjoyed pool side bbq's and the large patio space. I loved the size of the pool and it was large enough to do morning laps, which is a rare find in a vacation rental. The location is great, centrally located to everything SB has to offer and the neighborhood is quiet and safe. The home was very clean, and the bed was very comfortable. The owner, Dana was a pleasure to work with. I would consider staying here on a return trip.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

6 Dec, 2015

better than imagining. great house for any family, ir grouo

This was my second time in 2 years. Mesa Beach home is on a quiet neighborhood, with grocery stores nearby, even organic and specialty stores. The Mesa Beach home is kept very clean and well maintained. The 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath with extra sleeping areas from a fold out couch and more sleeping on comfy couches. You can enjoy making dinner in the kitchen or BBQ by the large backyard swimming pool. Dine all fresco in the large, covered patio. Host a family meal or friends and play board a card games in the patio. Bikes are available for biking riding. The beach is only 3 short blocks away for family to enjoy long walks on the beach as the kids build sand castles or swim in the water. Close restaurants within walking distance with great food and service. The Mesa Beach home is like my home away from home. So book your vacation here today!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

8 Aug, 2015

nostalgic and perfect

My family of four and small dog found our home away from home. Close enough to the beach to check the surf, walk to the harbor and Brophy Bros. and kayaking adventure. At first the photos seemed it was dated, but the home is very clean, nostalgic, and super comfortable. My two boys enjoyed the pool everyday while my hubby and I had a glass of wine on the big patio. I was even able to stream a workout on my computer on that patio! Cozy for a family but large enough to entertain some friends I had grown up with while there in SB. Attentive owner and neighbors. We absolutely hope to visit this home again and would recommend

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marianne G.

27 Apr, 2015

Spacious and quiet, excellent owner

We stayed 10 days starting Easter Sunday and found the house to be well appointed, large with great neighbours on a quiet street close to the beach. It helped to have bring a stroller for the toddler for longer walks. We had a great time and really enjoyed the homey feel of the house. Dana is a great owner, she responds quickly and is very friendly. There is lots of space to spread out even when the kids were sleeping. If we get back to SB, and I hope we do, we will book this spot again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Philip J.

14 Apr, 2015

Great Santa Barbara location

Comfy, cozy, and clean as a whistle, this spacious, charming home also boasts a well-equipped kitchen with eating area. Another huge plus is its location in an attractive residential neighborhood within easy walking distance of Santa Barbara's stunning beach and the city's vibrant downtown.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Veronica K., Ballico, CA

10 Dec, 2014

Great vacation home

Great location! Close enough to beach and Shoreline park to walk there each day. Home has a very comfortable feel to it. Great indoor patio and pool area for entertaining guests. We plan on staying there again during our next trip to Santa Barbara.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Doug T.

17 Jul, 2014

Great House

Great location, quiet, close to the beach. Enjoyed the pool, the lanai and seeing Fourth of July fireworks from the beach.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Graham M.

24 Apr, 2014

Nice pad

Property very nice, near to beaches and town, private and plenty of home luxuries

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

6 Feb, 2014

Mike and Val

We had a great time staying here during Christmas vacation. The house is clean, and well maintained. It is stocked with games, books, bikes, and cooking utensils. We enjoyed the proximity to the beach. Some of us were even able to jog on the beach every morning. The weather was perfect. It is also within walking distance to some great restaurants along the beach and also bike rental places. The surrounding areas are beautiful. We went to the Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Mission, Solvang, and other locations. We were able to rent a surrey for a family bike ride on the beach, but like I mentioned before, there are also bikes one can use at the house. The pool is beautiful, wish we could have used it, but it was December, so we just dipped our toes in the beach and walked barefoot on the sand. The Lanai is great too. We hope to return some time during the summer so we can enjoy the backyard area more and get a chance to swim in the pool.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

26 Jul, 2013

Better than advertised

Our family had a wonderful time here. We arrived as the cleaning crew was leaving and they were very friendly and helpful. Everything was clean with plenty of supplies for everything. The pool was a huge plus even though its not heated. The height of the day heat is a great time to swim but the younger ones in the family even swam at night. The neighborhood was very quiet yet close to everything you'd want to see or got to. Extremely convenient. We loved the shoreline cafe as its casual and you sit right on the beach to eat. Everything we had there was very tasty. Also loved going to the wharf - lots of restaurant choices.The Lanai in the back was perfect for family to stretch out- sometimes we adults were there and sometimes the children were there. It was great for the youngest visitor (a two year old) who we could let out on either the lanai or the front patio and everything was gated and locked. On our 3 rd night we had family from Thousand Oaks, La Mirada and Anaheim drive up for the day and had a cookout on the lanai where there was plenty of seating and a great tile table and fab, grill. One day we took an hour drive to Solvang -which shouldn't be missed- very quaint Danish town with great foods, chocolate, windmills, and craft's. They also have an adorable free farm to visit that raises miniature horses and close by to that a marvelous huge playground complex with climbers, slides, bridges,viking boat,play houses, puppet stage, etc that was too fun for the kids to miss..Back to S B the 3 beaches near by (walking distance) were clean and great for families and don't miss the fun of riding the electric trolley throough and about town for 50 cents. Looking for good ice cream go to McConnell's on Mission Dr. and there's a branch we found in Solvang too. Thank you to Dana and her family for keeping such a lovely treasure for others to enjoy through the seasons. Even though a 2 bedroom it was very spacious and no one felt cramped. Beds were comfortable, plenty of towels and kitchen supplies. There are bikes and beach equipment. They thought of everything!! I have some walking restrictions yet this place and its location gave me no problems.Their is a slight incline to walk down to a flatter beach entrance but its paved and not harrowing by any means. Now we're back to 100+ heat you cant imagine how we miss sitting on that lovely front patio both day and night- the breezes were lovely along with the beautiful butterfly gardens.

About the host

Hosted by Dana Livingstone-Lopez

I am the property manager for my Dad, Bill, who is currently living in a retirement community. The family uses Casa Del Sol as a get away (we live in different areas of the West Coast) and mostly to visit my Dad.
Feel free to contact me with any questions. Dana

Why they chose this property

This is in a quaint residential community, with great neighbors, easy walk to beach and Harbor, with private pool and big lanai for family gatherings. It's all about location, but the beds are comfy, and everything you need to make yourself at home is here for you. We also have beach equipment and a new outdoor grill.

What makes this property unique

Huge private pool, although it is not heated...is perfect for warm summer days after walking back from the beach. In the cooler months, the pool deck is a nice place to relax and enjoy the sun with a BBQ grill and plenty of patio furniture! We love walking down the street for beach dining, breakfast, lunch and dinner!