Crashing waves, sun rays, and relaxing stays await with Santa Barbara vacation rentals. The city’s 300 days of sunshine, beautiful beaches, and scenic Santa Ynez Mountains make it a magnet for travelers looking to enjoy the best of both adventure and downtime. Enjoy outdoor recreation on the hiking trails, upscale shopping and wineries, or never leave the comfort of a beach chair.
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Yes, 5 of our Santa Barbara homes allow dogs—so feel free to bring Fido along. (Just make sure to check individual home listings for any limits on the number and size of dogs they allow).
Browse dog-friendly homes >Yes. 26 of our Santa Barbara vacation rentals have internet access, so you can stay connected throughout your trip.
Browse homes with internet access >Absolutely. Our local Santa Barbara team includes professional housekeepers who care for all our homes here. They’ll clean thoroughly and restock amenities, so everything is ready for your arrival—and all you have to do is settle in and relax.
Learn more about Vacasa Premium Clean >Santa Barbara home rentals bring you to the heart of stunning Mediterranean-style architecture, historic museums, delicious fresh seafood and dining options, and white-sand beaches. Located about 2 hours from Los Angeles and half an hour from Ventura, Santa Barbara makes the ideal getaway for family vacations, snowbird retreats, or a romantic getaway. Find your home away from home on your next trip to California.
Santa Barbara, nicknamed the American Riviera, blends a rich history with an elite wine scene in addition to its iconic beaches. Enjoy the sunshine on a stroll through the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden or bring the kids to Santa Barbara Zoo. Kick back and relax with a vacation home to suit your style, with amenities like beach access, ocean views, hot tubs, pet-friendly stays, and more.
Known as the American Riviera, Santa Barbara is located two hours north of Los Angeles on the longest east-west trending section of the coastline on the West Coast. This beautiful city is the perfect destination for a Southern California Coast vacation, as it's nestled in the gorgeous Ynez Valley and flanked on the south by the Pacific Ocean.
While Santa Barbara certainly has a reputation as a playground for the wealthy, families won't need a yacht or a limousine to enjoy the highlights of the city. Listen to the waves crash on a stroll out to Stearns Wharf. Gather a few friends together for a day of kayaking or watch dolphins come and go at a restaurant by the water.
Treat yourself to that coastal escape you have been longing for. With a fantastic climate year-round, staying in a Santa Barbara vacation rental any time of year promises loads of fun. Filled with unique characteristics, upscale decor, and modern amenities, our Santa Barbara vacation homes epitomize coastal California style.
Yes. Our long-term and snowbird rentals allow you to immerse yourself in Santa Barbara's iconic Spanish colonial architecture and coastal charms when staying at one of our extended stay homes, beachfront villas, and downtown condos offered.
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