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Downtown Retreat - Fabulous 'outBACK' Cottage

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A porch with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and potted plants.
A wooden dining table with two white plates, a green table lamp, and a 'WELCOME' sign.
A spherical mosaic sculpture in a garden setting.
A compact kitchen with a built-in washer and dryer, a microwave, and an oven.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a bench, a window, and a wall-mounted picture.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Santa Barbara County Courthouse
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Presidio Santa Barbara
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lobero Theater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Downtown Retreat - Fabulous 'outBACK' Cottage

‘outBACK’ Cottage is located in the heart of Santa Barbara’s ‘El Pueblo Viejo’ Landmark District. Our turn-of-the- century folk cottage is perfect for 1-2 people. Whether you are in SB for business or pleasure - experience the convenience of being downtown with the luxury of a tranquil environment.

Our 1 bedroom, 1 bath private retreat comes with a fully furnished kitchen, washer and dryer. Enjoy the light filled rooms, soaring ceilings, large windows and attention to detail throughout. Full bath with shower, Restoration Hardware linens, Raoul Textiles fabrics, Saatva mattress, unique furnishings, and original art await you!

Take a short stroll to State Street and world-class restaurants, shopping, nightlife and cultural attractions. Or grab our ‘beach bag to go’ and head to the beach, the pier and Stearns Wharf.

Relax on the large covered porch with coffee or cocktails while you enjoy the garden and views of the Santa Barbara foothills.

'outBACK' Cottage has a Walkability Score of 93! - a 'Walker's Paradise' rating. Whether you come by car and utilize our on site parking or arrive via train, bus or plane, you can comfortably 'walk Santa Barbara' (up town, down town, funk zone, and the beach zone).

We look forward to sharing our one-of-a-kind 'outBACK' Cottage with you!

Be sure to check out our 2 bedroom OAKtree Cottage - vrbo #1167055 and 1 bedroom Sweet Spot Cottage - vrbo#1887014.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

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

Adults only
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 748404vb
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 fire extinguisher, 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 in Santa Barbara, this cottage is in the city centre. 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 Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Presidio Santa Barbara - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lobero Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 7 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪M. Special Brewing Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dune Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Press Room - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪EOS Lounge - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Third Window Brewing - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Retreat - Fabulous 'outBACK' Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Downtown Retreat - Fabulous 'outBACK' Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Retreat - Fabulous 'outBACK' Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Retreat - Fabulous 'outBACK' Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Retreat - Fabulous 'outBACK' Cottage located?

Located in Laguna, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Rafael Gonzalez House and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Santa Barbara Historical Museum are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 20 minutes by foot.

About the host

Hosted by debbie & jim arnesen

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Debbie first came to Santa Barbara in 1974 to attend UCSB. Jim came much earlier when his family owned an avocado ranch in Carpinteria in the 60's. We have a landscape and contracting business and have worked & volunteered for decades with many of our local nonprofits. We consider ourselves 'lucky' because we have been gainfully employed in SB since our early 20's, own our home and have raised our two sons here.

Why they chose this property

We had been looking for 'just the right rental property' for several years. As soon as we saw the outBACK Cottage on Laguna, we knew it was perfect - great location, plenty of charm and a 'project' to keep us busy now that we have an empty nest.

What makes this property unique

When you first approach the property, you'll see the beautiful hundred-year old oak at the front cottage. A real show stopper! We love the fact that 'outBACK' Cottage has also been around for 100+ years and is part of Santa Barbara history.

Best of all, 'outBACK' Cottage is a peaceful oasis in the heart of downtown.

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