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Arroyo Burro Beach Retreat

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Walk to Casual dining at the Boathouse Restaurant at Arroyo Burro Beach.
A blue door with a wreath, a bench with cushions, a sign reading "BEACH HOUSE", and a welcome sign.
Huge backyard with path and butterfly garden and shade trees
A blue-framed door with a wreath of green leaves and purple flowers.
A living room with a fireplace, television, and seating area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Elings Park
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Elings Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Arroyo Burro Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Mesa Lane Steps Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Arroyo Burro Beach Retreat

Beat the heat! Cool ocean breezes! Just a short walk to Santa Barbara's best beach. Relax and enjoy year-round temperate weather, beach strolls, patio dining in a quiet neighborhood, surrounded by open space. This four-bedroom house has been recently remodeled with hardwood floors throughout, big lot with beautiful landscaping, large patio for outdoor meals, granite countertops and the highest quality linens (Ralph Lauren and Pottery Barn). Downtown Santa Barbara has world-class shopping and dining, and is only a 5-minute drive away. The "American Riviera" is also a premier destination for art galleries, concerts, surfing, boating, museums, hiking and bicycling.
This beautiful fully-furnished home includes:
New appliances
Luxurious shower
Down comforters and high quality linens
Complete equipped kitchen, with all cooking supplies
Refinished hardwood floors throughout
French doors open to huge backyard garden with patio furniture and barbecue grill
Wagon for toting towels and picnic to the beach, plus boogie boards, coolers and beach toys
Bicycles for riding to the beach
Washer and dryer
Cable TV
Wifi
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House Rules

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

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4355376
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 first aid kit 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

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Las Positas, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Travellers looking for local activities can try Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Santa Barbara Zoo and Earl Warren Showgrounds are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Elings Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Arroyo Burro Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Mesa Lane Steps Beach - 11 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Revolver Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Super Cucas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse at Hendry's Beach - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee Cart In Cottage Hospital - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Arroyo Burro Beach Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Arroyo Burro Beach Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Arroyo Burro Beach Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arroyo Burro Beach Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Arroyo Burro Beach Retreat located?

Located in Las Positas, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Arroyo Burro Beach and Elings Park. Mesa Lane Steps Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sami F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, plenty of room and well equipped home. The backyard is sunny and absolutely wonderful.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dick f.

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

Alan rd

Great location everything you need is there.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya G.

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

Great location, nice house

Excellent location for walking with 8min walk access to beach, up to the beach cliffs, and into the beautiful neighborhood (walk up the hill and look for the secret path to hope ranch neighborhood) . Great backyard for working, eating and hanging out, not sure there is great space for kids but lovely for adults. House is nice, everything worked great, got to go to the garage for access to laundry and dryer but thats just there and they worked great.
Stayed 37 nights in Mar 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Nostalgic

This lovely, updated and spacious home reminds me so much of my childhood home. It is extremely quiet in the neighborhood, and it is just a few blocks (definitely walking distance) from a lovely beach. You can feel the love in the house; I'm willing to bet that many happy memories were created in it! I highly recommend this house as a rental; the owners were gracious and easy to communicate with.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
We are so happy you enjoyed our home, and look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Donna P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disappointed

Wonderful location, quiet and safe neighborhood. Hendry’s beach is a short walk from this property. NUMEROUS cleanliness issues (fell far short of expected standards), also maintenance and upkeep issues with the house.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Dec 2024
I am very sorry you were disappointed. This is the first complaint I have ever received about cleanliness, and we pride ourselves on the condition of the house and yard. When you called to let me know about your concerns, I had the Housecleaner come over immediately and take care of anything you requested. I will always respond quickly and thoroughly to any dissatisfaction with the property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oona L.

A beach house dream come true!

We loved everything about this home! The location is fabulous, with walking distance to the most popular, “locals beach” ( Hendry’s) and Beach House Restaurant, also walking distance to Douglas Preserve, both options are THE sunset destinations for Locals. The house has 4 great bedrooms and 2 perfect bathrooms, great kitchen, everything beautifully remodeled. My favorite part was the huge back garden with orange and lemon trees and flowers blooming year round! The nicest owners were very helpful. We spent 4 months, and if I could, I would have stayed until I was 102 years old like the owner’s father did! Great grocery shopping and restaurants up the road and neighboring the exclusive Hope Ranch, it is the best location. Very safe area and many good vibes, the California dream beach house!
Stayed 106 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
We really enjoyed having your family as our guests, and would love to welcome you back sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Loved our stay here in Santa Barbara

This was our first time visiting Santa Barbara so we didn't know what to expect. We wanted to escape the heat in Palm Springs and this was a great place to be in July. I can't say anything more about the house that the other reviews didn't already mention, and that is what convinced us to stay at this location. There is golf and pickleball nearby, and we did several day trips to surrounding areas to explore. The beach is really close and a nice walk to there. We dined out at some of the many nearby restaurants and also cooked many meals. The kitchen is well stocked, there are bikes in the garage, cable tv is provided, the beds are comfortable, the bathrooms are great. Christy is a wonderful host, it was great meeting her and talking about the area. I would definitely stay here again if we pick this area to visit in the future.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach cottage in a quiet neighborhood. Short walk to the beach and hiking trail (at the top of the neighborhood). I will definitely be back!
Stayed 24 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Beautiful big back yard.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

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

Wonderful back yard and house.

Enjoyed our 4 week stay. Very clean and well equipped. Host was very helpful.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lireva L.

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

5 Stars Plus

Loved everything about this property and wish we could have stayed longer. It was perfect for several of us staying for our class reunion plus family coming at different times. Close to beaches and restaurants. Home was decorated with art from local artists. Be sure to go to the Arts in the Park on Sundays. Christy and Tim responded instantly to any questions we had.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley P.

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

Great Location with Quick and Easy Walk to Beach

We loved our walks on the beach that was just a short walk from the home. The backyard was also a great to sit under the big tree and enjoy a glass of wine in the evening. We had a glorious time. Tim and Christy are great hosts and communicate well via VRBO messaging. The home had a great kitchen and we love to cook our meals, especially getting fresh seafood from Santa Barbara Fish Market. Thank you Tim and Christy for a great home and visit to Santa Barbara. P.S. The backyard has some amazing hummingbirds.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Etta L.

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

Splendid !!

We so enjoyed our time at Campanil ! The house is so quaint and cozy , clean and in a lovely quiet neighborhood . It is a 5 min walk to the beach . The back yard has the most beautiful landscaping , that consists of a butterfly garden , flowers , succulents and fruit trees . The owners shared their delicious plums from the plum tree with us and fresh grown tomatoes . There were also lemon and orange trees . The owners were very attentive to all our needs during our stay . Thank you Christy and Tim for a making our time in Santa Barbara so special . We will be back !
Stayed 49 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Winnie P.

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

Lovely, comfortable hideaway!

We had the best time here- didn’t want to leave. The backyard is glorious and wonderful for all ages. Just open up the French doors and you can live outside. Christy and Tim were so responsive and helpful. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

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

Great Santa Barbara stay

We just loved staying at Christy and Tim's home. We were there almost 4 months. We walked to the beach every day. Lots of outdoor activities around. Their yard is beautiful and full of fruit trees. We had a lovely stay and would highly recommend the property to others looking for a cozy, convenient retreat. The house itself was well stocked & Christy/Tim were very accommodating and respectful to any requests we had. This is a 5 star home in a 5 star location.
Stayed 108 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R H.

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

A great stay

We had a wonderful time in this warm and nicely decorated home and the beautiful garden. We loved our stay and we definitely hope to come back!
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

A comfortable place like home near headlands and the beach

We spent a wonderfully peaceful month there including a pleasant Christmas week with our grown kids. Location ideal. Parking in driveway for 2-3 cars. We used public bus for a month with no issues. 5 min walk to bus stop. 2km walk (or bus ride) to the closest grocery store, 25 min bus ride to downtown. 8 min walk to a beautiful beach which also has the Boathouse, a nice restaurant. 6 min or less walk to 3 different park areas, 2 have stunning headland views of the ocean and the Channel Islands. There are bikes in the garage if you desire. Totally remodeled in the last few years. Very well-equipped kitchen with all gear and modern appliances we needed to prepare several gourmet meals. Indeed the entire house was thoughtfully stocked. Nice large screen tv and excellent, stable wifi/internet. All bedrooms have very comfortable beds. One bedroom is separate with en suite bathroom. One of the other bedrooms has a separate door to the main bathrooom. Natural lighting in the family room is good with a sunlight as well as glass-panelled front door and wide french doors to the backyard, although the place gets a little chilly in the morning. The backyard is immaculately landscaped and delightful to sit out in and read. Our family photo taken in the backyard looks like it was taken at a wedding venue. The neighborhood is old and well-established with markedly friendly neighbors. Our overall impression was quite positive. We had a wonderful time.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
We are so pleased you enjoyed your visit and would love to welcome you back sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassie G.

Great house and location

Great house and yard near the beach
Stayed 89 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sheila c.

Santa Barbara’s Haven

What a great family home!So many extras added for your a very relaxing and welcoming holiday. Immediately entering Arroyo Burro Beach Retreat you know you will be soon in a holiday mood...Christy and Tim have thought of what you might need for a growing family and added extra touches for many activities . Surprisingly, the Sun shines quickly warms the air I can hardly believe it is Winter.Nearby is The Boathouse to drop in for a coffee and walk along the beach....I will always fondly remember my holiday in Santa Barbara and say thank you to Christy and Tim. Sheila Charters Melbourne,AUSTRALIA
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Lovely -- So Comfortable and Convenient

Everything about this lovely home says, "Beach." The location -- within walking distance of the adorable Arroyo Burro Beach -- is ideal. The surroundings are beautiful -- inside and out! A special plus is the proximity to the Douglas Preserve, ideal for morning walks overlooking the ocean. There are even tennis courts nearby, and of course the city of Santa Barbara with all it has to offer is just a short car ride away. The place comes very well equipped and has everything needed for a comfortable stay. We were here for a month and could easily have stayed longer. Maybe next year!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay, and would love to welcome you back next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Simply amazing!

This house is wonderful! The owners made us feel welcome and were responsive to all of our questions and requests. The kitchen is very well stocked with everything needed. We hosted a BBQ for 20 people on then patio, and had everything we needed for cooking and serving. The bedrooms are comfortable, and everything is clean and updated. The proximity to Hendry's Beach made our stay delightful, and our granddaughters spend many happy hours taking advantage of the boogie boards and bikes that are available at the house. We had a great time in Santa Barbara, and will undoubtedly return to this property again and again.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
The neighborhood is very quiet— low-key afternoon barbecues are ok, but noisy parties are not allowed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A great house!

We had a wonderful time in this beautiful house. There was everything there that you might need. Really enjoyed the big garden. It is set in a quiet neighborhood. The beach is really close with a great beach restaurant. The owners of the house were really nice and helpful.
Stayed 34 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

What a gem! I didn't want to leave!

Our family stayed at the Arroyo Burro Beach Retreat for 5 weeks and it wasn't enough time for us. After the first week, I already knew that it wasn't going to be enough time for us. The property is really special -- the location is within easy walking distance to Arroyo Burro Beach. I loved taking the kids to the beach to play and my husband loved going on early morning surf sessions. And it is so easy to get to everything -- downtown was a 10-minute drive, UCSB was an easy 15 minutes away and when we wanted to explore other beaches, you could be at Leadbetter Beach in 10 or East Beach in 15. There is a great hiking trail that starts near the beach that goes through the Douglas Family Preserve. It really is so ideal for exploring. The house has such a sweet family history that you can see how it was lovingly remodeled with so much care. It's very clean, updated and very spacious. The living room gets wonderful light from the skylight. It has everything you need for a relaxing stay. What I will miss the most is the backyard. It is so peaceful and brought so much joy to our family. The patio area felt like an extension of the living space of the house because it's perfect for barbecuing and entertaining with lots of space. I took many naps on the lounger under the shade of the beautiful tree. My children loved eating delicious plums straight from the tree and running around in the yard. Sigh...I am already missing being there! The owner, Christy, is very easy to communicate with and really kind to my children. She let them garden with her (...more like follow her around while she gardened) and patiently listened to them rattle on endlessly. We had a really amazing experience from beginning to end and can't recommend Arroyo Burro Beach Retreat enough. I am already lobbying to come back next year!
Stayed 34 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Peaceful, sunny, beachy luxury!

This spacious, 4-bedroom house was a perfect place to relax. It's located on a quiet street, just 1/2 mile from one of the most popular beaches in Santa Barbara. The large backyard and patio were very inviting and peaceful. I will definitely go again!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
I am glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 20 nights in Sep 2025

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Hosted by Christy Weir

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I was born and grew up in Santa Barbara, enjoying the historic downtown, Pacific Ocean and picturesque mountains.

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