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Charming, Recently Updated, Air Conditioned, Pet Friendly, Santa Barbara Home

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10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 41600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Popular LocationUpper State Street8 min walk
  • Popular LocationEarl Warren Showgrounds11 min walk
  • Popular LocationMission Santa Barbara4 min drive
  • AirportSanta Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)10 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Charming, Recently Updated, Air Conditioned, Pet Friendly, Santa Barbara Home

This is a lovely, 1600 sq/ft, charming Santa Barbara home originally built in 1925. It has been significantly remodeled and updated. It is located in a desirable, quiet neighborhood and within walking distance to a Trader Joes, gourmet market, coffee shop, Patisserie and multiple restaurants. It is within a 5 minute drive to the beach or down town.

The back yard is private with large surrounding hedges. It is gated and fenced as well which makes it an ideal pet friendly environment.

It's an ideal rental for working remotely. There is a separate, dedicated, two person office adjacent to the kitchen with a large open pass through window. A Windows PC and printer/scanner/copier are available for use. High speed wireless internet access is included.

The house is configured as a 3 bedroom, 1and ½ bath home and one of the bedrooms has been converted to a den/TV room. It’s a great room to hang out and watch sports or movies on the connected Smart TV. Additionally two temporary guests could sleep on the sofas if necessary.

The kitchen is modern, beautiful and completely equipped with utensils, cookware, baking pans, silverware, spices and cooking oils. There is a Cuisinart coffee pot and a Keurig coffee maker. Reverse osmosis water is available by tap and also via the refrigerators chilled water and ice maker. A microwave, toaster, blender, KitchenAid stand mixer and Global knife set are there for your use.

An every day dinner ware set is available as well as a fine dining dinner ware set located in the china cabinet.

The main bathroom has also undergone a major remodel. It is luxurious with a 6 ft Bain Ultra two person bath tub with shower heads controlled with a Grohe thermostatic valve. The tiled floor is heated. The W/C is a separate enclosure.

The half bath room has been recently completely renovated. The new Toto toilet has a higher ADA complaint floor to bowl rim height.

The master bedroom contains a queen size bed, ceiling fan, and a 32 in smart TV.

The guest bedroom has two twin XL beds that can be combined into a king size bed if desired

The living room has a beautiful mountain view. There is a gas fired log fireplace. An audiophile quality stereo system is available for your use. It’s a lovely setting to enjoy the view or a fire in the fireplace while listening to your favorite music.

The den/TV room has a large screen smart TV with included Hulu+ programming. It has Roku capability so you can easily stream from your Netflix, Amazon Prime or other accounts. The sofas are large enough to be used temporarily as sleeping space.

The laundry room has access to the half bath and contains a new Samsung washer and dryer and a wine cooler. The house has central heating and air conditioning. All utilities including internet access are included. There is weekly gardener service. The back yard is gated and fenced.

A complete, updated security system is in place. The door locks are keyless.

There is ample off street parking for up to 3 cars. The driveway has been recently widened. The garage is available for parking and storage.

Property manager

John & Sheri Mardiat

Languages

French

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system and a deadlock

About the area

Santa Barbara

This holiday home is located in Samarkand, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, and is next to a golf course and on the beach. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf are worth checking out. Travelling with kids? Consider Earl Warren Showgrounds and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Map
Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 8 min walk
  • Earl Warren Showgrounds - 11 min walk
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 5 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 3 min drive
  • Yellow Belly - 9 min walk
  • Denny's - 20 min walk
  • Los Agaves - 5 min walk
  • Harry's Plaza Cafe - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, Recently Updated, Air Conditioned, Pet Friendly, Santa Barbara Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming, Recently Updated, Air Conditioned, Pet Friendly, Santa Barbara Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, Recently Updated, Air Conditioned, Pet Friendly, Santa Barbara Home ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming, Recently Updated, Air Conditioned, Pet Friendly, Santa Barbara Home located?

Located in Samarkand, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Upper State Street and Earl Warren Showgrounds. Santa Barbara Golf Club and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic charmer in great neighborhood
We loved staying at this property for several months while working in Santa Barbara. The house was STOCKED with everything we might ever need. Very thoughtful owners and very responsive with questions. We loved the fenced in yard for our doggo!
Stayed 83 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Retreat
Checked every box for us - peaceful, convenient to anywhere you want to go in SB, gracious and thoughtful hosts, safe and private neighborhood, wonderful views of mountains. No complaints. It was a treat.
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3rd Return Visit
My mom and I thoroughly enjoyed our month-long stay in January at John and Sheri's property. We really appreciate all the personal touches in their home that make it feel really special and not at all like a 'vacation rental.' I also loved having a dedicated workspace and huge computer monitor which made working remotely so much easier for that amount of time. We can't wait to come back again next year!
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Just about everything you can need was available. Host was very attentive. Suggest changing the mattresses on the twin beds to softer for comfort. I slept on the couch for almost a month. Nice stay.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rest and relaxation and just like home
Most well equipped rental we have experienced. Having reverse osmosis water and computer printer are just 2 examples of the extent of detail the owners have gone to make staying here just like home. They were also friendly and helpful in learning about the area. Electronic goodies in sound system, TV, and office were easy to use and we will consider cutting the cable. Rooms were cozy and comfortable for TV and reading and listening to music. Reminded us of our homes in New England. Property exceeded our expectations for our month stay.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by John & Sheri Mardiat

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I'm a medical professional and have lived in Santa Barbara for quite a while now. Having grown up in Kansas City, I consider my self to be extremely fortunate to have spent most of my professional life here. But, I'm still a big Chiefs fan!

Why they chose this property

This was my home for many years prior to my marriage in 2009. A major remodel was undertaken in 2003 with creation of a modern gourmet kitchen, luxury bathroom, central heating and air-conditioning among other upgrades. Since my marriage, this house was rented unfurnished to two long term tenants. We have recently decided to rent it furnished and equipped as a vacation property and in doing so we have renewed a strong and enjoyable connection with the home. And now we're looking forward to sharing that enjoyment with others.

What makes this property unique

Great quiet and conveniently located neighborhood
architecturally charming but updated structure.
great modern and fully equipped kitchen
luxury bathroom with 6 ft two person bathtub
lovely living room with gas log fireplace and hi fidelity sound system
beautiful, expansive mountain view from the living room and front porch
dedicated 2 person office with desktop computer, fast internet and printer/scanner/copier
TV room/den for streaming movies, watching sports or just hanging out
all utilities and high speed internet access are included
central heating and air-conditioning
pet friendly, private, fenced and hedged back yard
laundry room with new washer and dryer
New KitchenAid grill on back patio
weekly gardener service

Languages:

French
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