Santa Barbara County, US Vacation Rentals: house rentals & more

Discover a selection of 1,500 vacation rentals in Santa Barbara County, US that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and private pools. Prices start at $147 per night, and houses and cottages are popular options for a stay in Santa Barbara County. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Stayed Apr 2022

Cute House, Great Location

We loved our stay at Christine’s house. Cute, clean house with a nice little backyard area where we enjoyed our breakfast. Walking distance to State St where there are tons of restaurants and shops. One thing to note is that there is only one bathroo...

Stayed Apr 2022

Wonderful stay in Carpinteria

Mark the owner was in communication with me from the minute I booked my stay. The condo was right down the street from the beach. It’s a fabulous location and a very short walking distance to all the wonderful restaurants. The condo was very clean. M...

Stayed Apr 2022

Wish We Could Move Here!

We are repeat guests of this lovely home and will use any excuse to stay there again. It is mostly quiet (the roosters and the donkeys do make some noise but we love it), comfortable, clean and convenient to all of the Santa Ynez valley. Thank you fo...

Stayed Apr 2022

So close I could feel the ocean!

This roomy townhouse is an easy walk to the beautiful beach! I loved opening the windows and letting the cool breeze in, listening to gulls nearby, and almost hearing the waves! The bathroom and kitchen are nicely renovated and updated, however, it w...

Stayed Apr 2022

Comfy home in Capenteria

I really enjoyed my stay at this property. It was a lot of room for the 6 of us. Only bummer was the code to the door was set on a timer for 4pm and we needed the washroom, so back into town I went. O and please get some non stick pans. Cleaning them...

Stayed Apr 2022

Just as Described

This was a delightful, cozy, rustic single home. It was just as described. The back yard was so lovely even better than the picture. The closeness to the town was perfect. 5 minute walk to stores and wineries and restaurants. It was very quiet and ha...

Stayed Apr 2022

Birthday get away

Easy to locate, central location for our planned activities. The studio was well stocked with shampoos, conditioner, body wash. Kitchenette as well was more than adequate, also had snacks, coffee and soda, cold water. Outfitted with a comfy bed, extr...

Stayed Apr 2022

Beautiful View and short walk to downtown

We absolutely loved staying at this property! It was the prefect size for my husband and I and our two daughters who are six and three. We went to the beach everyday and walked into town and ate breakfast at Summerland Beach Cafe. We spent our evenin...

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Santa Barbara County: Med-style on the California coast

Often described as the American Riviera, Santa Barbara County has a Mediterranean style, retaining the Spanish flair that was brought over by early settlers. Stay in Santa Barbara County vacation rentals and you can enjoy the cultural city, exploring art galleries, discovering local museums and enjoying wine tastings. Surrounded by mountains, you'll be close to many unforgettable hiking trails, taking you through dense forest and past lakes and waterfalls. The area is also surrounded by endless sandy beaches that are ideal for surfing or soaking up the Californian sunshine.

Things to do

Discover Santa Barbara County's Spanish influence

You can see signs of Santa Barbara's Spanish past all around you, with red-roofed white buildings giving the city a Mediterranean feel. Old Mission Santa Barbara is a classic example of a Spanish church, and is over 200 years old. Still home to Franciscan friars, the mission is decorated with Mediterranean-style tiles and historic Colonial features. Santa Barbara Historical Museum is also full of treasures from historic Santa Barbara, from Native American artifacts through to the 1980s social scene. Cases are full of clothes, decorative items and crafts, and on the walls are artworks that reflect the city's ever-changing landscape.

Weather

Year-round California sunshine in Santa Barbara County

Santa Barbara County benefits from around 283 sunny days a year, so the odds are that you'll be soaking up the California sun. July and August are the hottest months, but not unbearably so, with temperatures settling at about 70 degrees. The winter months are mild and generally dry and sunny, so if you book a Santa Barbara County vacation rental during one of these off-peak times, you can still enjoy many outdoor activities.

How many vacation rentals are available around Santa Barbara County, US?

Our 2022 property listings offer a large selection of 1,722 vacation rentals around Santa Barbara County. From 845 house rentals to 86 cottage rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.

What are the most popular destinations to visit in Santa Barbara County?

There are many lovely places to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Santa Barbara County. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular destinations to visit are:

Santa Barbara: 859 vacation rentals
Carpinteria: 549 vacation rentals
Montecito: 845 vacation rentals
West Beach: 112 vacation rentals
Santa Ynez: 161 vacation rentals

And Vrbo offers you the chance to discover many other popular destinations in Santa Barbara County! Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available in other popular destinations.

What are the main cities to discover in Santa Barbara County?

Whether you're traveling with family or friends, here are the cities with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Santa Barbara County:

Santa Barbara: 859 rentals
Carpinteria: 549 rentals
Montecito: 845 rentals
Santa Ynez: 161 rentals
Solvang: 159 rentals

For other cities, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.

Can I find easy-access vacation rentals when traveling by plane to Santa Barbara County?

Yes of course. Our owners offer a large selection of vacation rentals near airports. The airports with a large selection of vacation rentals in Santa Barbara County are:

Santa Ynez, CA (SQA): 201 vacation rentals
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal): 845 vacation rentals
Lompoc, CA (LPC): 53 vacation rentals

For other airports, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.

Near which points of interest can I spend my holidays in Santa Barbara County?

Vrbo offers a large selection of rentals near lovely places in Santa Barbara County. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:

Lake Cachuma: 674 rentals
Jalama Beach County Park: 24 rentals
Sunstone Vineyards & Winery: 194 rentals
Old Mission Santa Ines: 188 rentals
Gainey Vineyard: 207 rentals

But there are many other points of interest around Santa Barbara County listed on Vrbo where you can find your place to stay. Just write your wanted destination in our search bar and have a look at our selection.