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Ideally Located! West Beach Spacious 1-Br/1-Ba With Amazing Rooftop Garden!

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Bedroom entry to LR
'Chapala Gardens: Unit-1 entry at front
Front porch Unit-1 - street facing
Living Room with fireplace and exterior doors to porch.
Living Room and pass-through to kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5990 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    4 min walk
  • Reagan Ranch Center
    6 min walk
  • Stearns Wharf
    8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    13 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Ideally Located! West Beach Spacious 1-Br/1-Ba With Amazing Rooftop Garden!

Historic triplex in West Beach.

This main front 1-BR unit has been our home for 15 years. It has a newly renovated bathroom with a dual-sink vanity and soaker tub/shower and a newly renovated large kitchen.

High-ceiling rooms with intricate architectural detailing and built-ins; fireplaces in both LR and BR; a luxurious king-size bed in the main BR and a high-quality American Upholstery sofa-sleeper (queen+) in the LR.

Besides the lovely front porch, one can access the rooftop patio/garden to lounge, enjoy coffee, happy hour, or a meal!

During some seasons we seek responsible parties interested in staying in a beautiful, spacious home in the heart of West Beach. Please get in touch with us about availability.

You will LOVE it.

Property manager

'Sandy' Campbell
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets 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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 971980

We should mention

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

About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are worth checking out. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Stearns Wharf - 8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara City College - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 11 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 6 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chad’s - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Biergarten - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideally Located! West Beach Spacious 1-Br/1-Ba With Amazing Rooftop Garden! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ideally Located! West Beach Spacious 1-Br/1-Ba With Amazing Rooftop Garden!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideally Located! West Beach Spacious 1-Br/1-Ba With Amazing Rooftop Garden!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ideally Located! West Beach Spacious 1-Br/1-Ba With Amazing Rooftop Garden! located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Stearns Wharf. Reagan Ranch Center and Moreton Bay Fig Tree are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Rooftop Garden ROCKS
We loved our stay at Chapala Gardens. The location is perfect…close walk to the beach or State street. The accommodations were clean and as advertised. The rooftop garden stole the show. My wife and I ended up fixing dinner at home on 3 of our five nights because the rooftop was the best location in town. We also ate breakfast up there each morning. Sandy was an excellent host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Flat
Located a block from the beach and a block from State Street, can’t beat the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle and Everett B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will stay again!
I loved everything about this home! It was perfect for the two of us. I wish we could have stayed longer. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family celebration and stay in Santa Barbara!
Excellent location and units in Santa Barbara! Sandy (host) was very communicative and helpful! We had a family dinner on the rooftop patio (our family had rented all three units) and Sandy offered tables, chairs, and other help to make it a great experience. The unit is very close to the beach and close to town center where some amazing restaurants and shops are.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
My sisters and I rented all 3 units for a weekend reunion. We loved staying here and would happily return. Recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and convenient
We enjoyed our stay at Chapala Gardens. The weekend was unseasonably rainy and cold, so plans for biking and hiking shifted to local theater and use of the rain gear we smartly brought!. Gave us a good excuse to hunker down and enjoy the two fireplaces and covered porch. The location (and rental car) afforded us to either walk or to drive to our targeted activities. Quality and comfort - - - all the comforts of "home away from home". Our parade was definitely not rained on, just rerouted!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal SB Location
Wonderful place with charm, walk to beach, Jeannine's, Biergarten, Santa Mezcal, Brophy Bros! Short drive to Jaffurs for wine tasting and Barbareno for dinner. All great food and experience. Relaxing on porch watching dog walkers. Large bathroom and bedroom, 2 closets made it easy accommodations. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M., Minneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa Barbara week stay
location was fantastic! close to water, Funk Zone and State Street. While we had a car... didn't need it or use it except for day trips. Beach chairs and towels very useful. Rooftop garden is lovely and while shared with other 2 units, was very private. Ability to grab some salad greens and herbs was a real bonus! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick T., Palos Verdes Estates

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Convenient to restaurants and the ocean. Wonderful rooftop available for use.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marmee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
A short block to the beach, restaurants, Stearns Wharf and the Harbor, plus a wonderful rooftop garden, made it the perfect, charming place to stay. The hosts are available and amiable which makes it even nicer.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve johnson j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
This apartment was very comfortable and pleasant. Super close to most of Santa Barbara’s desired activities. I recommend it highly. Sandy, the host, was most helpful and available.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming place and perfect location
Walkable to everything - the harbor, the beach, the funk zone, State St., the train station, ect. The unit was very spacious and access to the rooftop garden was a cool perk!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
We enjoyed Sandy’s property and the location was perfect for our family. We biked or walked everywhere and the kids loved being so close to everything. It’s a charming place and the rooftop garden is very cool. Sandy was a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arvin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chapala Gardens Experience
Sandy’s place was amazing. He is a great host and property is really nice. Location is unbelievable. Walking distance to all of the highlights Santa Barbara has to offer. State street, Funk Zone, Sterns Warf, The marina, all next door to you. Sandy’s place was really nice and clean, and he was so nice to make sure are check in process was easy and that we were comfortable. Really appreciate everything. I will most definitely stay here again if I’m in the Santa Barbara area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
I took the train to Santa Barbara because my toddler is really into trains right now. We loved that the place was close to the train station, Beach, museum and restaurants. Beautiful roof top deck to eat, place had exactly what we needed. Thanks Sandy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S., Indian land, Sc

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa Barbara home
This is a great home for a getaway with family. We were able to have dinner and enjoy the evening. Just like being at home. So close to the beach and entertainment. We walked everywhere, so didn't rent a car. Lyft was cheaper than uber if we needed a ride. All the comfort of home. Our only issue was the deep tub. Getting into it at our age was a bit of a challenge. Would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

sandra m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location Loved the front porch for reading
Kitchen could have better cooking accommodations dishes , cups , glasses Bath tub height hard to get in and out for seniors Rooftop hydroponic garden amazing and we could pick fresh and delicious salad greens every day Bed very comfortable
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
This is a great location, and it is an older house with character. The rooftop space is shared with the other two rental units. The stairs are accessible from the front porch, so you will have some people using your porch to get to the stairs. There is not a lot of privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
My wife & I loved staying here. Great location & communication with owners was very easy. Loved the rooftop garden too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
What a great space for my wife and two you boys. Although we didn’t use the kitchen it had everything you will need. The master bed and bedroom space is exceptional. The quiet street and location to restaurants and shops was perfect, only a block from beach, restaurants and shops. Honestly you can’t ask for anything else with Chapala Gardens.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy or Thom G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay for a long weekend
This is the second time we have stayed in this property and it is just about perfect. The one bedroom apartment is open, spacious and the bed is super comfortable. The kitchen is full size and it is easy to make meals if desired. The location is awesome because it is so close to the beach, the pier and restaurants--but it is also quiet (although there is occasional noise from the train). BUT...unfortunately they have not yet replaced the shower which is a definite disappointment. It is a large tub but in order to access it you have to climb over a tall ledge (and I'm pretty tall and still had some trouble) Plus with only a rain shower and barely adequate water pressure it takes forever to wash your hair. Meanwhile water splashes all over the place in spite of a round shower curtain. It's a shame that such an awesome place can't have a descent shower. Of course then I'd want to stay much longer--hahaha!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chapala Garden
This is a lovely place, made especially beautiful by all of the flowers and plants that surround and are on the porch (huge yellow hibiscus, lots of succulents) and the rooftop. It is extremely convenient to lower State Street and the waterfront. On the downside, parking can be a bit tricky on weekends, as the area is so popular. And, the additional charge for using the sleeper sofa seemed excessive. However, I would certainly return here. It's an unusually convenient and beuatiful find.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krystal W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sept. Vaca was perfect
The house is the perfect distance to the beach, restaurants and shopping. It's spacious and clean. The AC didn't seem to work from every vent. The only suggestion would be to add one more shower curtain. Had to be very aware of not getting the wall wet or the bathroom floor. We would definitely return to the house! Thank you for such a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing retreat, a short walk from the beach and all downtown Santa Barbara has to offer
My husband and I stayed in this charming retreat for a weekend full of family wedding activities. The home is centrally located so restaurants and the beach were within walking distance and farther afield activities were a short drive. The front porch is perfect for relaxing, surrounded by Hibiscus and other greenery and there is an amazing rooftop deck. The host Sandy is fantastic and very helpful. We can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Santa Barbara location
Really enjoyed the location and it was a beautiful renovated older home. Parking on the wknd was tight. Fine during the week. Nice quiet neighborhood and wonderful bed. Only negative was the shower. Showering in a high sided tub was was difficult and the controls and curtain made it kinda difficult too. That’s it though- nice place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by 'Sandy' Campbell

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We are relatively recent residents of Santa Barbara, having moved from the Sacramento area and Canada to here by 2008. We formerly occupied the front main unit of this beautiful tri-plex by the beach and oversee the property ourselves.

Our rooftop is a beautiful, demonstration aeroponic, soil-less vertical farm which is available to our guests for lounging, dining and just enjoying!

Health-conscious and fitness-oriented, our family enjoys beach volleyball, bicycling and running right here in West Beach with its nearby amenities. We also are pioneering a soil-less, vertical aeroponic Tower Garden farm on our rooftop.

We love sharing our love of this ideal neighborhood with our guests.

Why they chose this property

A beautiful building in a unique neighborhood - IDEALLY located for beachfront and downtown access by foot.
West Beach is THE place to stay in Santa Barbara for both beach and downtown access. Very few properties become available here, and certainly none with the amenities we offer for the reasonable price we offer!

What makes this property unique

A rooftop aeroponic garden available for early morning and evening access.
The historic building and charming unit are unique in Santa Barbara . The privacy offered by the backyard patio by Mission Creek is special. The access to everything Santa Barbara has to offer is amazing and our rooftop farm is supremely unique and special.
Lastly, getting individual attention from the property owners, Joy & Sandy will make your stay memorable.

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