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Above it All, Best Views of Santa Barbara

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Living area
Living area
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Bowl
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

Above it All, Best Views of Santa Barbara

Perched on a private hilltop at the base of the Santa Ynez Mountains, Above it All is a one-of-a-kind, award-winning 3BR/3BA estate designed to immerse you in beauty and tranquility. As featured in DWELL magazine, this architectural masterpiece offers sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and rolling hills, setting the stage for a truly unforgettable Santa Barbara escape.

Walls of glass flood the home with natural light and frame breathtaking vistas from nearly every room. The sophisticated living area features a sleek indoor-outdoor fireplace and flows seamlessly into the chef’s kitchen, where high-end appliances and a Miele espresso machine elevate your daily rituals. A hand-carved wood dining table seats ten—perfect for lingering meals with family or friends.

Each of the three en-suite bedrooms offers privacy and comfort, with spa-inspired bathrooms and premium finishes throughout:
• Two suites feature California king beds, gas fireplaces, smart TVs, and private patios.
• The third suite includes a queen-sized sofa sleeper and large smart TV—ideal for older children or extra guests.

Step outside to enjoy the true magic of this property. Soak in the cliffside hot tub, swim in the heated pool (optional daily heating), and unwind in beautifully designed outdoor spaces for lounging, dining, and gathering. Fire up the gas grill, enjoy sunset dinners on the terrace, or cozy up by the outdoor fireplace or fire pit under the stars.

Additional Amenities Include:
• High-speed Wi-Fi and smart TVs
• Air conditioning (mini-split systems + sliding glass doors for natural airflow)
• Full laundry room
• Driveway parking for three vehicles
• Local host greeting upon arrival for a personalized check-in

Conveniently located near beaches, wineries, hiking trails, and downtown Santa Barbara, Above it All offers both peaceful retreat and easy access to the best of the Central Coast. Whether you're planning a family getaway, celebrating a milestone, or simply craving a luxurious escape, this hilltop haven delivers in every way.

Reserve your stay today and experience the unmatched serenity, design, and natural beauty of Above it All.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Santa Barbara

Downtown Santa Barbara, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. Santa Barbara Bowl and Granada Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Santa Barbara Harbor and Cabrillo Bikeway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Earl Warren Showgrounds or UC SB Events Center. 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

  • Granada Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 7 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Savoy Cafe & Deli - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dune Coffee Roasters - State Street - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Draughtsmen Aleworks Taproom at Mosaic Locale - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mizza - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Above it All, Best Views of Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Above it All, Best Views of Santa Barbara?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Above it All, Best Views of Santa Barbara?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Above it All, Best Views of Santa Barbara located?

Located in Downtown Santa Barbara, this holiday home is steps away from Granada Theatre, Santa Barbara Museum of Art and La Arcada. Santa Barbara Public Market and Arlington Theater are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home with fantastic amenities and scenic views in every direction. Our stay was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya T.

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

Would stay again

We loved the views and seclusion this house offered. We spent lots of time hanging around the various seating arrangements outdoors watching the sunset, sunrise, boats, butterflies. We hiked from the house to inspiration point. It was only 15 mins to state street shopping and eating. We enjoyed the hot tub and pool, and the master waterfall shower that was open air to outdoors if you wanted. We cooked a couple of meals here and everything worked well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

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

My 4th stay at this epic property!

I’ve hosted family and friends at this amazing property numerous times and will def be back! It’s managed very well and their Team is completely On-Point! See u all again soon.Keith D
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joy M.

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

Lovely location...

Lovely house, lovely view. Well equipped, but many things needed attention. (internet went out and we had to reset our own router on a ladder, many little bugs, broken door, dryer did not real dry. Tried to call about leaving early, left message, and no response for a day. The ride up the hill was a bit scary
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Fabulous

Incredible home and property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fallon B.

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

Beautiful home with incredible views

This is a house I would consider staying at again. It’s not too far from downtown and the views are amazing. We had a couple little hiccups with entering the home and hot tub/pool but the property manager helped us resolve things quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Beautiful home!

We had some hiccups, beyond anyones control. The property is as beautiful as it looks and very well managed. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

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

Heaven above the clouds

The architecture and the views were both majestic and related. The sunrise from the bedroom and sunset from the pool deck added significant ambience to our family trip. The Zen Gardens and the hot tub made for a relaxing vibe enjoyed by all. The full kitchen is perfect for stay at home meals. There is no reason to leave this beautiful home. We only ended up going out one night. It was worth every penny.!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M., Southfield MA

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

Heaven

The only problem with this place is they completely understate just how gorgeous it is! Bucket list material. It was created and curated with such love and class. We considered sqatting. 😂
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Even better in person!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

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

Another incredible stay…just wow!

Our second time here and it will NOT be our last! The property is very well kept and managed so well…any small issue will be handled quickly! We will see you again in the next few months…thank you sooooo much for everything! The Driver clan…
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O.

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

Wonderful Santa Barbara visit!

"Above it all" truly is...above it all. Ideally located between the coast and the mountains and wine country, this property came as advertised - beautiful home, unique location with spectacular views, and fully equipped. From the perspective of this house we were able to look down on the 4th of July fireworks! Highly recommended!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

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

Wow…just Wow!

I usually stay up the hill in wine country…but chose this house for the views and pool/hot tub. I’m renting again in July or August…bringing another friend gaggle. Special special special property and managed very well! Thank you so much for sharing it with us…cheers!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Amazing Place

“Above It All” is an absolutely amazing property. It truly lives up to its billing. We watched the sunrise and sunset everyday. Quiet, relaxing and invigorating. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

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

Trip of Lifetime

We had a very memorable stay at this home. Made some incredible memories. I can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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