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The Santa Barbara Whale House

Holiday home in Santa Barbara with sauna and outdoor pool

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the courtyard and pool
the stairwell
hot tub room, there's a boucle couch here now
view from the courtyard
every door is different
3+ bathroomsSleeps 72250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Crow's Nest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Shampoo

Guest House Bathroom

Soap · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spa Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

The Pearl Powder Room

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

The Santa Barbara Whale House

Your own private health retreat and bathhouse getaway. 



Welcome to our psychedelic sculptural home from the 1970s. Inspired by Gaudí, the Whale House's flowing curves contain a 75 foot saltwater pool, ozonated peroxide hot tub in the second floor bedroom, hand-carved sauna, and outdoor shower. The three rooms sleep up seven people and feature organic mattresses. 



Close to the Botanic Gardens and downtown SB. 



As seen on HBO's "Zillow Gone Wild," New York Times, Dwell, and The LA Times.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 34
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
It is NOT a child friendly home. Contact us first.
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Events

No events allowed
Please contact us before reserving for an event.
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Do not use the elevator if you are the only person on the property.
Shower before entering the pool, hot tub, or sauna.

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please contact us before reserving for an event.
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 first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 1176

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located in Mission Canyon, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Andree Clark Bird Refuge and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, while Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Arlington Theater are cultural highlights. Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and Earl Warren Showgrounds are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Santa Barbara - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 9 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 18 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Presto Pasta - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Live Oak Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Santa Barbara Whale House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Santa Barbara Whale House?

As of 22 Nov, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Santa Barbara Whale House on 23 Nov, 2025 start from S$2,502.37, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Santa Barbara Whale House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Santa Barbara Whale House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Santa Barbara Whale House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Santa Barbara Whale House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Santa Barbara Whale House located?

Located in Mission Canyon, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Rattlesnake Canyon Trail and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Mission Santa Barbara and Seven Falls are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Josh Raab

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