This magnificent 1 acre estate is a fully walled private zen garden complete with a koi pond and a beautiful pool with a surrounding outdoor kitchen, barbecue, bar and fireplace. This Spanish style villa has 6 spacious bedrooms including two very large Master bedrooms, 7 spa quality bathrooms so every bedroom has it's own attached bathroom. We have a large gourmet kitchen with a butlers pantry and a separate dining area. There is a very large living room, a game room, and 4 indoor fireplaces as well. We have a motor court to accommodate guests parking. There is wireless internet and cable throughout the property. The property is near a large park, a hiking trailhead and the bike trail. A few minutes drive to the beach as well as the airport and a 15 minute drive to downtown Santa Barbara. We have a state of the art security system with cameras on the entry points and outdoor walkways. We have an on-site caretaker in a detached guest house. We will personally make sure that your stay is a memorable one. We love hosting guests in this stunning sanctuary. You will keep wanting to come back to this very special Oasis among the beautiful Santa Ynez Mountains on the central coast of California in this legendary place. Please no wedding inquiries! Unfortunately the local laws do not allow us to do that sort of thing. We are inundated with wedding inquiries and just don't like having to say no multiple times a day. No parties, weddings, rehearsal dinners. Thank you!
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet fee is $150 per pet. Ask for breed approval.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is ok on the property but not indoors.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you can start a load of towels that would be great. Towel laundry takes the longest to complete. Thank you.
None of these tasks are mandatory. The most important task is that you enjoy your stay. Anything you do is just greatly appreciated.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pool heat is $175 per day April-September $225 per day October through March.
Please no outside visitors or parties of any kind. Also, if you need to have a visitor please inform the host. Deposit loss could occur if disregarded
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1438065vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 security system and a first aid kit
About the area
Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara is home to this villa. Santa Barbara Harbor and Bowlero Santa Barbara are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Upper State Street and La Cumbre Plaza. Travelling with kids? Make time for Santa Barbara Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Santa Barbara Bowl.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
Santa Barbara Harbor - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
Santa Barbara Bowl - 18 min drive - 12.8 km
Getting around
UC Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
In-N-Out Burger - 15 min walk
Starbucks - 14 min walk
Kin Bakeshop - 3 min drive
Lighthouse Coffee - 3 min drive
Shalhoob’s Magnolia - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Tranquil Private Resort Home in Paradise have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil Private Resort Home in Paradise?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tranquil Private Resort Home in Paradise on 31 Aug 2026 start from AU$3,073, 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 Tranquil Private Resort Home in Paradise pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Tranquil Private Resort Home in Paradise?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Tranquil Private Resort Home in Paradise?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Tranquil Private Resort Home in Paradise?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Tranquil Private Resort Home in Paradise located?
This family-friendly Santa Barbara villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Tabano Hollow Open Space and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. Upper State Street and Bowlero Santa Barbara are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Spacious space for families to gather, relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect. Clean rooms that offer privacy. Great master bedroom! Overall an incredible place to stay.
We had a wonderful stay for a family vacation in April. The host and the caretaker were both very helpful with advice and help. Our 6 grandkids ranged from 9 months to 9 years. It was perfect for all. Lots of room. Our 3 adult children and their spouses loved it. We heated the pool and played in it every afternoon. We got to feed the koi every morning. Everything seemed close, hiking , beaches, playgrounds, airport, downtown Santa Barbara. Just a perfect getaway . The house had a game room (pool and shuffleboard) plus an exercise room. We had outings every morning and then hung out by the pool in the afternoon.
Absolutely amazing experience. Beautiful house, incredible communication, very thoughtful and accommodating hosts! I will definitely be booking again in the future highly recommended!
Anna's entire property was exactly what I expected from the description, photos, and previous reviews of the home. Each room and all the amenities were beautifully decorated and provided for down to the hair dryers, hair products and body wash in each bathroom. There were several extra pillows and blankets if needed. The kitchen was very well equipped with all the dishes, cookware, serving utensils and bakeware a large family would need to cook any meal. Each room was very clean. The home was well-equipped with everything I needed. The landscaping on the grounds was beautiful and well kept, as was the swimming pool. The game room and exercise room were a welcome bonus. The location was convenient and the neighborhood is quiet. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and I would recommend Anna's property to any group or family that needs spacious accomodations.
the kitchen was huge and had everything we needed. plenty of room for us to cook together and hang out. the pool was warm and well lit so swimming in the evening was very pleasant.
The property is beautiful and so peaceful. You are literally in an oasis. The owner is great and very accommodating. We had an amazing time and will definitely be back!
Our own private resort with activities for the whole family. We enjoyed the beautiful koi pond, private pool, game room, ping pong, and even a mini golf course! We love to cook and found every utensil and pan we needed in the huge kitchen with two dishwashers, five sinks and a dining table to seat 12. A spacious living room with a baby grand piano. Yet there were quiet spots by the fountain or in the meditation gazebo. We'll be back!
This is an amazing property and despite some foul weather we enjoyed our stay. Having Becky, the caretaker, on-site was very helpful. She was very friendly and attentive. The outdoor space is magical and feeding the koi everyday was a highlight for everyone as was the massage chair . We did have some issues which we detailed for the owners after our stay and their response was very thorough and considered and they were quick to address our concerns. The property is older and clearly has continuous maintenance and other needs and was not as deeply cleaned as we would have hoped (we were stuck indoors for a portion of our stay and may not have cared as much if we weren’t spending so much time cooking and in the house). Overall, this is a beautiful and spacious four-star accommodation well suited for a family gathering.
Pamela D.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We love the opportunity to improve. It was so disappointing that your stay was impacted by the most extraordinary, repeated rain storms we have experienced. It is very hard to keep our normal 5 star cleanliness ratings during such storms occurring before, during and after your stay. We have done a full deep cleaning. We are so glad you enjoyed the property in spite of the rain. Thank you.
This was an amazing place for our family vacation!
This property was perfect for our family vacation. There was something for everyone, games and a pool for the kids, fire pit and games for the for the adults, and a beautiful property to enjoy. Our VERY large family had enough space to be comfortable and we enjoyed all the common areas to spend time together. Check in and check out were easy and simple. Ana was great making sure we had everything we needed. We are looking forward to coming back next summer!
Stunning!!! We had a pretty large group stay here and it was a huge hit! The grounds are absolutely amazing! Everything was clean, the rooms were spacious and included everything you could possibly need. We are Phoenicians who vacation in California every year and this house blew every rental we have ever booked out of the water. The host, Anna and the caretaker were so kind and gracious. Thank you for making this special occasion a memorable one. We will definitely be coming back.
I stayed here with my fiancé and friends during our wedding weekend in Santa Barbara. The property has many amenities and is close to the airport (10 min). Every bedroom has a connecting bathroom and the house was very clean. The driveway was a little awkward but can fit about 6-8 cars and street parking is available close by. The listing said only those staying at the house can be on the property but we got prior approval to have our families visit throughout the weekend. Also, the host allowed us to check-in early which was an added bonus. The house keeper lives on the property. She welcomed us and gave us a tour when we arrived. The reason for a 4 star review and not 5 is due to lack of privacy. The house keeper told us to reach out if we needed anything so we did for garbage bags and soap. In my opinion, these extra supplies should have already been in the house but she delivered these items promptly and walked inside unannounced to deliver the garbage bags. Also, there is a noise ordinance at 10pm and the house keeper said she would text me if we were being loud. On our last night at literally 10:01pm she walked into the garage then proceeds inside the house to tell us to be quiet. Coming directly into the house unannounced on both this occasion and when dropping off garbage bags is inappropriate especially for a place you are renting. Overall, the property is beautiful and we had a good stay just letting you know what we experienced.
Cari B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2026
I am so sorry you feel this way about the caretaker. She lives in a private, detached guest house and is always complimented and praised by guests, only seen if requested. She has not experienced a guest breaking the rules so this was her first situation like this. She was just trying to provide wonderful service with the trash bags. The door is solid wood and the doorbell is out on the street so it is really hard to hear knocking with the music on. She came in because she had been knocking and no one heard due to excessive noise. We tried to be so accommodating for your special day but you broke your promises. The trash bags are under the trash when you remove it. We try to have double or triple the necessary amount but your group had more trash than usual.
Comfortable, well maintained, spacious and interesting option for large family gathering for a long weekend. Loved the outdoor spaces and game room. Easy 15 min drive to pier and downtown Santa Barbara just a few exits south on 101.
S h.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Anna Sterling
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests