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Charming Cottage Walking Distance to Everything

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Living area
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Upper State Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Santa Barbara
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite Back Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Charming Cottage Walking Distance to Everything

Experience the quintessential Santa Barbara neighborhood. The house was built in 1930, and has been extensively remodeled including the bathrooms and the kitchen. The living room is comfortable and well appointed as well as featuring a 70" diagonal Sony TV, surround sound, Basic Cable, Amazon Fire Stick, Netflix, HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video, Showtime, Hulu, and a BluRay/DVD player. There is Eeros Mesh enhanced WiFi and it's reliable and fast. All 3 bedrooms are large, airy, and full of light. The bedroom with the en-suite bath has a 43" Sony TV which has all the streaming channels, but no Basic Cable channels. The kitchen is new with stainless appliances and granite tops. The Sunroom connected to the kitchen is the place to hang out with it's French doors (3) and 4 large windows. Off the Sunroom is a redwood deck w/ umbrella, and a comfortable and colorful patio with seating and umbrellas. The living room has a gas log fireplace, as well as a new dramatic mantel, hearth & surround.

The places to walk to are pretty impressive and include 2 grocery stores, a Trader Joe's, 3 sushi bars, 3 Italian places, several Mexican places, a couple of new California Cuisine excellent eateries, a CVS, 4 (at least) nail salons, bookstore ( printed books), Santa Barbara Municipal Golf Course, 3 breakfast places, a couple of bakeries, several bars, 2 Thai restaurants, 3 pizza joints, 2 dry cleaners, a Starbucks, gas stations, liquor stores, convenience stores, on and on....ALL of this a few blocks from our quiet neighborhood.

My wife and I have a small and separate cottage at the rear of the property, that we stay in while you are our guests in the main house. We occupy the carport which is attached to our unit, and far back patio as well. Access to the detached laundry is provided. We use the driveway to access our unit and carport. Street parking in front of the house is readily available.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 40
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
The desktop computer in the Sunroom off the kitchen is the owner's, is off, and password protected. Please leave alone.
Our living room sectional and ottoman are my wife's pride and joy. Please be sensitive and careful with food and drink.
This is our family home and we do not allow parties of any type, including wedding, graduation, bachelor or bachelorette celebrations.

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
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

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located in East San Roque, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Mission Santa Barbara and Hill-Carrillo Adobe are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • West Beach - 8 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 12 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Presto Pasta - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Los Agaves - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage Walking Distance to Everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage Walking Distance to Everything?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage Walking Distance to Everything located?

Located in East San Roque, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Upper State Street, Santa Barbara Golf Club and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. Earl Warren Showgrounds and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 209 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home in lovely neighborhood

Excellent vrbo in quaint neighborhood of Santa Barbara. Easy check in and wonderful host. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacay!

What a lovely home! Quiet, beautiful streets, Mountain views and walking distance to shops, food and bars and a golf course. This house is close to everything. The home itself is stunning! Perfect for a family of 6! Thank you and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Enjoyed our stay in lovely Santa Barbara in this darling home in a quaint neighborhood. Hosts were just great- communication was excellent. Highly recommend if you’re coming to Santa Barbara.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place to stay in Santa Barbara

Beautiful home, comfortable beds, quiet and beautiful neighborhood with only a short walk to Trader Joe's, etc. The owner and his wife were excellent hosts. Met us and gave us a tour and provided answers to any questions we had. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Girls In SB

Thank you Cindy & Rodney. Your home is so lovely, accommodating, and cozy . It was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart K.

Santa Barbara Home Away From Home.

Extremely comfortable home with a gracious friendly host. Well equipped in a great location. Very worthy of another visit when we visit Santa Barbara again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Great house in a quiet neighborhood.

Charming neighborhood close to everything. Gracious hosts and well-equipped comfortable home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonell J.

LOVED THIS PLACE!

Our family loved everything about this place...it was perfect for our needs. Cute, comfy, well-equipped, and good location. Would definitely stay here again. Rodney was a great host also. Thanks for a wonderful Santa Barbara experience :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gail K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't say enough about this property and the Hosts. Beautiful neighborhood, Landscape and Home. Everything you could need and more you will find in this home. Lots of room to visit in comfort with your family/friends. Large bedrooms and comfy beds. Yes they have the soft bath towels too! Don't let the fact that the hosts is in the back ADU home scare you. They are not noisy and will talk to you if you so desire and please talk to them because they are so sweet and knowledgeable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place ever

Best home we’ve ever rented: cleanest house, most comfortable beds, best equipped kitchen, friendliest owners, most beautiful yard, loveliest home decor, best location. I would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 22 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cristy & David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint, comfortable and relaxing.

We absolutely loved this property and home. The neighborhood was quiet. Close to everything we needed and shopping. The owners offered a very welcoming atmosphere. Owners were very communicative with any questions we had, we will definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbe K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santa Barbara

We had a wonderful stay in this cozy home. Everything was perfect. Rodney was wonderful and so helpful. We look forward to another stay in the future. Thank you..The Katz Family
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great stay on a beautiful weekend.

We drove up to Santa Barbara for a 3 day weekend with some friends and no kids. :) The location was great, quiet neighborhood and close to downtown. The house is beautiful, spacious and comfortable and the host is very friendly and accommodating. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jingle L., Los Angeles, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic wedding weekend getaway

We had the best time here! Great neighborhood which was close to many things (Starbucks, CVS, Trader Joes etc.), house was clean and has all the amenities listed. Our host Rodney was kind and welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed. Perfect place to stay for our best friend's wedding weekend. It felt so cozy and right at home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Lovely home! Excellent stay!

Total comfort. Rodney’s cottage is spotless and beautifully appointed. The lovely coastal breeze and the 5-star bedding made for a luxurious night’s sleep. Not as close to town as we had hoped, but a $6 or $7 Uber got us there in a flash. Well worth it for such perfect accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Santa Barbara home

Thank you Rodney and Cindy for letting us stay at your beautiful home. The neighborhood is charming. The home is everything we were looking for. Clean, cozy and incredibly comfy beds. It was so nice to have all our family in one place to celebrate our Niece’s graduation from UCSB. I highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in Santa Barbara.

This was a great house to serve as a base for exploring Santa Barbara. Close enough to everything, yet situated within a beautiful residential area. You really get a feel for what it is like to live there. Rodney's home is very comfortable and has everything you would need. Rodney is a gentleman and is sincerely interested in you having a good time. We look forward to the next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

We stayed here with a group of friends and we were SO impressed! The neighborhood is just as beautiful as the home is. The location is unbeatable and is so close to restaurants, shopping, groceries, etc. Rodney was a wonderful host as well! Unlike other homes where it feels so minimal that it’s hard to feel comfortable or “at home”, Rodney’s home is a welcoming and comfortable feel with so many personal touches. Incredibly clean and wonderful amenities, I would recommend any group to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home

A perfect stay at this VRBO. It is truly a gem! When you arrive you will immediately notice the beautiful architecture of the house and welcoming front yard. If you are lucky, Rodney will be there to greet you, he is an amazing host. Our family of three had plenty of space to relax and get ready for a wedding in Santa Barbara. The home is so well cared for and the neighborhood is quiet and beautiful…take a walk if you can! This is the perfect location to explore Santa Barbara, you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oasis in Santa Barbara

This beautifully renovated home is inviting, beautiful, and full of lovely art, unusual and attractive rugs, furniture, and includes easy to use functionality. The beds are comfortable, the showers are very pretty, and the kitchen is fully stocked with colorful china and everything you need. The outside area invites rest and relaxation, and the neighborhood is full of unusual architecture and gardens. We sorely needed this oasis away from our homes where we've been sheltering in place. And the beach is nearby!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’m sad that we only stayed for two nights because this space really felt like a home away from home! We were in town to visit family and attend a wedding and we were very comfortable. We appreciated the double sinks in the main bathroom, that was so helpful! Rodney and Cindy were amazing hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, charming home and neighborhood. Close to State Street. Plenty of room to spread out. It is a private home and not suitable for small children if they are climbers and curious! Lots of nice "things" out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, very comfortable and exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely home close to everything. The host, Rod lives on property (not in the rentalhome) so if you have any questions or need anything the response or remedy is instant. The house was very comfortable and we all slept great. thanks for letting us stay in your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A slice of paradise

What a home. It’s so warm. So clean. So spacious for our family of four with two adult daughters. We were in for a family wedding in Santa Barbara and the home is in a historic and beautiful neighborhood just a ten minute drive from downtown but walkable to restaurants, grocery, coffee shops nearby. We also liked being residential and not among all the tourists. In the home is everything you could need and we enjoyed the outdoor patio space. Rodney was super communicative and gracious. He met us at the house and gave us a great overview. He responds promptly to any questions though we really didn’t have any! There is a guest book with all the info one could possibly need. Honestly, it’s one of my favorite rentals ever, and I am a tough customer .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by RODNEY UTT

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I am a retired General Contractor and Cabinetmaker, and my wife is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist w/ a private practice in downtown Ventura. I do some construction consulting work, and am an adjunct instructor at SBCC in the Construction Technology Department. I have lived in this house since 1985, and in Santa Barbara since 1968. Before I started my contracting/cabinetmaking business, I was an abalone and sea urchin diver, and spent 5 years diving all around the Channel Islands, and our coast as far north as Point Conception.
My wife and I travel a lot, and when we are in Santa Barbara, we live in our guest cottage behind our house when we have VRBO guests.

Why they chose this property

This home was the family home of a good friend. I purchased it from her mother who was ready to move. My friend said to me one day...."You need to buy my parent's house." I did.

What makes this property unique

Our San Roque neighborhood is a unique tract of land that was surveyed and planned in 1923 as "Rutherford Park" and revolves around "The Argonne Circle". Stephen Rutherford came to Santa Barbara in 1872, and was quite the shrewd real estate investor and a very successful farmer. Our house was built in 1930 on one of the streets that ends at the Argonne Circle which Stephen and Agnes Rutherford named after their son who was killed in the Argonne Forest in WWI. Stephen and Agnes' 2 story home 1 block over is still as stately as ever. The neighborhood is all one of a kind homes. Virtually no two alike. Hope you get to walk the neighborhood.

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