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Perfect luxury getaway two blocks from Oldtown State Street!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1+ bathroom Sleeps 4 63.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Santa Barbara, CA
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse13 min walk
- Santa Barbara Harbor17 min walk
- Stearns Wharf18 min walk
- Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)14 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
TV Room
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Perfect luxury getaway two blocks from Oldtown State Street!
Charming and cozy little house in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara built in 1915. The rooms are small (Think Parisian Hotel for a size comparison) but well-appointed and quaint. You'll find a place to hang your hat, charge your phone, rest your fee, set your glass and simply relax.
Great for guests who want to experience a genuine downtown local experience. One block from the Saturday Farmer's Market. Two blocks east of State Street and Joe's Cafe (highly recommended), French Press Coffee, theaters, shopping...
The back yard is the sanctuary and my favorite place to take afternoon naps under the wisteria.
My travels around the world have taken me to some incredible hotels and I owned and operated a yacht charter business for 12 years (as Chef, Steward, First Mate and Cruise Director), taking guests to the from the Channel Islands in five star luxury so attention to comfort is of upmost importance to me. The house is equipped with a full kitchen, quality linens, towels, comfortable rugs and furnishings, and if you've forgotten your toothbrush, razor, sunscreen, hair dryer, or shaving cream, you don't have to walk the (one block) down the street to the store.
There are bicycles (and helmuts/locks) for your use, a BBQ for backyard entertaining, a Bose portable music system that connects to your music library so you can have your music in any room, a game table for an impromptu chess, backgammon, or card game, and a new TV with Netflix and Wi Fi.
A few times per year, my neighbor has a party in his backyard. I never know when it's going to happen. Although they have generally been good about abiding by the noise curfew of 10 pm, I cannot guarantee that there would be some noise coming from the backyard at some point throughout the year. If that happens, a call to me and me stopping by to speak to them generally brings the noise level down! They are very respectful. They just like to have fun sometimes.
Great for guests who want to experience a genuine downtown local experience. One block from the Saturday Farmer's Market. Two blocks east of State Street and Joe's Cafe (highly recommended), French Press Coffee, theaters, shopping...
The back yard is the sanctuary and my favorite place to take afternoon naps under the wisteria.
My travels around the world have taken me to some incredible hotels and I owned and operated a yacht charter business for 12 years (as Chef, Steward, First Mate and Cruise Director), taking guests to the from the Channel Islands in five star luxury so attention to comfort is of upmost importance to me. The house is equipped with a full kitchen, quality linens, towels, comfortable rugs and furnishings, and if you've forgotten your toothbrush, razor, sunscreen, hair dryer, or shaving cream, you don't have to walk the (one block) down the street to the store.
There are bicycles (and helmuts/locks) for your use, a BBQ for backyard entertaining, a Bose portable music system that connects to your music library so you can have your music in any room, a game table for an impromptu chess, backgammon, or card game, and a new TV with Netflix and Wi Fi.
A few times per year, my neighbor has a party in his backyard. I never know when it's going to happen. Although they have generally been good about abiding by the noise curfew of 10 pm, I cannot guarantee that there would be some noise coming from the backyard at some point throughout the year. If that happens, a call to me and me stopping by to speak to them generally brings the noise level down! They are very respectful. They just like to have fun sometimes.
Property manager
Dawn Sherry
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Languages
English, French, Italian, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
The house is too small for events unfortunately.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Additional cleaning fee if you leave a mess/hair
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed only in the backyard
Important information
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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
Note from host: The house is too small for events unfortunately.
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 by the sea, this holiday home is in Lower State, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are worth checking out. 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.

Santa Barbara, CA
What's nearby
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Santa Barbara Harbor - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Stearns Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Santa Barbara Zoo - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
- Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Joe's Cafe - 5 min walk
- Dune Coffee Roasters - 3 min walk
- EOS Lounge - 3 min walk
- Sandbar - 6 min walk
- Craft Ramen Santa Barbra - 5 min walk
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Reviews
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Reviews
11 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katherine F.
11 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place / wonderful host
Katherine F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne A.
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa Barbara cottage charming & perfect location
Suzanne A.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Heather K.
7 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t Wait to Come Back!
Heather K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Natasha F.
13 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay!
Natasha F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gene T.
22 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots to do in Santa Barbara
Gene T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
stephanie g.
10 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
pretty little house in the heart of santa barbara
stephanie g.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eva G.
30 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent
Eva G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Audrey F.
27 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect stopover whist touring California
Audrey F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laura T.
16 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cottage
Laura T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stefan D.
17 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Santa Barbara
Stefan D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Trish O.
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VRBO SB
Trish O.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bridget C.
11 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Cottage in Great Location
Bridget C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
24 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little bungalow
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura V.
27 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunny getaway!
Laura V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jose S.
23 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to explore Santa Barbara Downtown
Jose S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maria J.
10 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and Cozy
Maria J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Clare T.
20 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
Clare T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole I.
10 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and great location!
Nicole I.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine D.
14 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!!!
Christine D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda F.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice getaway
Linda F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
krupa a.
23 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Helpful host and great location!
krupa a.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ginette M.
5 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cozy
Ginette M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steven R.
17 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in Downtown Santa Barbara
Steven R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pam W.
10 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Midwesterns
Pam W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Dawn Sherry

I am an Architect and own and operate my small firm on the same block as the Petite Maison. I have lived on my boat, Aurora, a classic wooden Grand Banks Pilothouse Trawler, in the Santa Barbara Harbor for 18 years. I am lucky enough to be able to walk to my office with my big white dog, Brigitte, who is lucky enough to lay in the bay window all day watching the world go by while I carry on, working tirelessly to support her passion for marrow bones. In my next life I want to be Brigitte. Don't get me wrong, I love my job. Sometimes, though, sitting in a bay window eating marrow bones sounds really cool.
When I'm not working, you might find me behind my keyboard playing in a local bar with my all girl rock band, Midnight Mynx.
When I'm not working, you might find me behind my keyboard playing in a local bar with my all girl rock band, Midnight Mynx.
Why they chose this property
I fell in love with this little house in 2007 and had wanted to own a house in Santa Barbara since I moved here in 1989. I had been looking for a property centrally-located and one that I could also use as my architectural office. I ended up liking this particular block of downtown so much I purchased another house up the block and converted it to my office. The house is perfect as a hotel use, being in the heart of downtown.
What makes this property unique
I have traveled all over the world collecting books and unique and interesting artifacts but it is Africa that has stolen my heart and because the house is Victorian, I've chosen to bring in the African Colonial influence into the decor so that I am reminded of my safari bush trips every day. An African Safari is probably the most remote vacation you could imagine and because I wanted guests to have a true "get away" experience, you'll see this influence in all of the rooms including Masai Shukas scattered about. Everything in the house has a story and a special meaning to me so if you're up for some good stories, I can tell you some!
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