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A pretty home in the popular coastal section of Santa Barbara's Mesa.

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Views of the Pacific a short walk away.
Front entry courtyard.
Front courtyard adds beauty and privacy.
Open concept living / dining.
Custom entertainment center, smart TV, and gas fireplace.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Elings Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Mesa Lane Steps Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Arroyo Burro Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A pretty home in the popular coastal section of Santa Barbara's Mesa.

A pretty home, nicely updated. You'll have fast fiber optic internet and free off street parking. Three furnished bedrooms, two with queen beds and one with a workspace and one double XL bed. The living area is an open concept and includes several dining options including a dinette, bar area, as well as alfresco accommodations on a lovely covered patio.

Located in the California Coastal Zone, the "Mesa" has become one of Santa Barbara's most desirable neighborhoods with it's own collection of shopping basics as well as a nice variety of restaurants and cuisines. Close to ocean bluffs, beaches and parks with miles of quiet neighborhood streets for walks or bicycle rides. The harbor, pier, funk zone, City College, and downtown are close by, UCSB and the airport are 10 - 15 minutes.

The house is 1950s simple 2 X 4 construction. Please treat it gently, with care and respect. A city noise ordinance from 9:00 pm to 8:00 am must be respected.

Owner sometimes occupies a completely separate part of the house. It is separated by a utility room, two doors, and has no shared walls. It has no impact on your privacy weather I'm there or not.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A city noise ordinance from 9:00 pm to 8:00 am will be enforced. To advise: Property owner or caretaker may occupy adjacent ADU. No effect on privacy.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Santa Barbara

The Mesa, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and Coal Oil Point Reserve, while Santa Barbara Bowl and Carriage and Western Art Museum are cultural highlights. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Elings Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mesa Lane Steps Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Arroyo Burro Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 9 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Super Cucas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shoreline Park - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse at Hendry's Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Revolver Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A pretty home in the popular coastal section of Santa Barbara's Mesa. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at A pretty home in the popular coastal section of Santa Barbara's Mesa.?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A pretty home in the popular coastal section of Santa Barbara's Mesa. on 19 May 2026 start from AU$679, 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.

How much is parking at A pretty home in the popular coastal section of Santa Barbara's Mesa.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A pretty home in the popular coastal section of Santa Barbara's Mesa.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A pretty home in the popular coastal section of Santa Barbara's Mesa.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A pretty home in the popular coastal section of Santa Barbara's Mesa. located?

Located in The Mesa, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Elings Park and Arroyo Burro Beach. 1000 Steps Beach and Shoreline Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach access, garden, grill and overall experience 5/5!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

naomi s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay - just as shown in listing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gordon w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed walking to the Douglas Family Preserve, with beautiful views. The back yard is incredible and beautifully maintained and Frank was a perfect host!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yet another wonderful getaway at Franks beautiful peaceful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location near Douglas preserve and Hendry’s beach. Beautiful yard. Nice remodeling of the original house with quiet dishwasher washer/dryer away from bedrooms. Neighborhood is quiet and dark at night and nice to see stars. We encountered a couple minor issues and owner was super responsive to fix them and friendly. His sub-unit was reasonably isolated from the main house.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful garden. Circuit hike through Douglas Preserve, beach and return stairwell is a must. See photos.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

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

Very quaint home

Owner very polite and responsive. Property is clean and nice amenities. Close to walking trails and beach. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Amazing stay

We had an amazing stay here. The house is beautiful. Perfect for four adults and a dog. Well stocked with everything we needed. The backyard is incredible. We loved walking through the nature preserve that is very close by. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erick E.

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

Great location

House is well kept, Owner was easy to communicate with. Great location 15 min away from all the hot spots. Right next to a nature preserve and beach, great for dog lovers because both locations are off leash.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Beautiful home with a lovely backyard.

The property was wonderful. It was spacious and quiet and our pup had the best time playing and exploring in the big backyard. Frank was super friendly and gracious. We really enjoyed the place and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Beautiful home

We had a wonderful stay, the house was fully equipped with everything we needed. Walking distance to beaches, and a beautiful well maintained, relaxing fully fenced and private backyard for our family and dogs :). Property manager was very responsive, friendly and helpful to all questions and needs. Can't wait for our next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

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

Santa Barbara Fan

The yard was most impressive as well as the location in the mesa.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Wonderful home and location

Well-equipped comfortable house, large back yard and lawn (perfect for dogs), friendly and helpful host. Quiet residential area close to preserve and off-leash dog area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

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

Peaceful 5 night stay on the mesa

My wife, our two dogs, and I all really enjoyed our stay in Frank's home and neighborhood with its proximity to the ocean. Very clean and comfortable, excellent communication, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree M.

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

Quaint and Cozy

This is a lovely home in a quiet neighborhood. It's clean and cozy. Frank was a wonderful host and extremely accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

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

Beautiful property. Wonderful host!

My friends and I stayed here while seeing a show at the Santa Barbara Bowl. The location is perfect, the house is beautiful and the host couldn’t have been kinder. He even gave us a ride to the concert! Thank you Frank!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Daughter's UCSB Graduation

Wonderful stay at this home and location. Beautifully maintained and clean. Owner allowed us to check out late as our moving van was unexpectedly cancelled and we had to improvise to get our daughter moved out and home. I would highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Talia C.

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

Just as advertised

The house was perfect for our stay and was just as advertised. Clean, updated and in a great location. Close to State st, about a 10 min drive. The neighborhood was very quite. The drive to the beach was less than 5 min. Overall a great place to stay! And Frank the owner was so nice and answered all questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

stephanie h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, location

Stay Review

Clean house upon arrival, big backyard. However be aware people live on the property (garage) directly connected to the house, which makes it a bit uncomfortable due to the lack of privacy. If you are planning a FUN family getaway by the beach this home is not ideal, the lack of privacy really affected our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Lovely little house in Santa Barbara

We rented this dog-friendly house for a beach stay in Santa Barbara. We met the owner Frank when we arrived, and he was so nice and helpful. The 1950's-style house was just as described. The home was immaculate, nicely upgraded, and the grounds were lovely. The backyard and patio were large and well-taken care of, and we spent several mornings and afternoons enjoying the yard. The home was in a nice, quiet neighborhood just a five-minute walk to the off-leash Douglas Family Preserve. Walk another 15 minutes, and you arrive at Hendrys Beach, which is also off-leash for dogs. At Hendrys Beach you can walk for miles along the shoreline, and all of the dogs were friendly and well-behaved. Heaven for dogs and people! Downtown was a short drive away. We greatly enjoyed our stay here, and would absolutely recommend it!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

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

Best VRBO on the Mesa in SB

We have stayed in many VRBOs but this was the best. It felt like a comfortable home – not a rental unit. The house was well stocked, in a quiet neighborhood, exceptionally clean, and the BBQ was spotless. The location was perfect with an easy walk to the Douglas Family Preserve that sits 100 feet above the ocean with panoramic views. Quick ride or walk to the beach. Morning walks on the beach were one of our favorite activities. We highly recommend this house. We stayed in another rental unit in the Mesa last year. This house was by far the better choice. Our two small dogs loved the fenced backyard. The property feels much bigger than the stated 1,000 square feet. Also, the owner was great to work with. He was very responsive to our questions and requests. We look forward to staying at the house again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milt R.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Frank Eichenberg, or Pat Ethridge at 208.720.9575

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44 year resident of Santa Barbara.

Why they chose this property

A special home in an area that has become so popular for reasons you'll discover.

What makes this property unique

Alfresco living at it's best.

Languages:

English

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