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Private guest casita among the California Oaks on San Marcos Pass

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette

About this property

Private guest casita among the California Oaks on San Marcos Pass

Small, private, studio suite with dedicated entrance and private patio. Located less than a mile from the famous Cold Spring Tavern and countless hiking, and dirt bike trails. Ride your motorcyle and enjoy the breathtaking views. Take a short 15 minute drive down the mountain to State Street for great shopping and tasty restaurants or the many SB beaches. Or a 15 minute drive North Solvang and Santa Ynez Valley to enjoy the many wineries. Or just hang out at the casita and enjoy the serenity of the forest.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3394011vb
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 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

Located in Santa Barbara, this apartment is in the mountains. Cold Spring Tavern and Rancho La Patera and Stow House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Coal Oil Point Reserve and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center. Check out an event or a game at Santa Barbara Bowl, and consider making time for Santa Barbara Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and rock climbing nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Cold Spring Tavern - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Rancho San Marcos Golf Course - 5 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Lake Cachuma - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Upper State Street - 14 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 25 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Yogurtland - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private guest casita among the California Oaks on San Marcos Pass pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Private guest casita among the California Oaks on San Marcos Pass?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private guest casita among the California Oaks on San Marcos Pass?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private guest casita among the California Oaks on San Marcos Pass?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private guest casita among the California Oaks on San Marcos Pass located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Cold Spring Tavern and within 6 miles (10 km) of Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park and Rancho San Marcos Golf Course. Santa Ynez Valley and Lake Cachuma are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I really enjoyed my stay at this little casita. It was a little difficult to find at first, but wonderful once I arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The place was beautiful and clean and very well designed. Lovely to be among the trees in the quiet mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The private casita was perfect for my stay! It had everything I needed, was clean, and had A/C which was perfect. Its secluded and easy access, plus the hosts were very responsive and great! A really unique and great find, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute, clean casita in the beautiful Santa Barbara mountains- perfect for a weekend getaway! Hosts are lovely and communicative! I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and great layout. Beautiful location. Great for a weekend getaway. Close enough to SB but far enough to feel rural.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

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

Wonderful tiny home in the hills of Santa Barbara

My fiance and I spent a lovely weekend at this property for our anniversary. The check-in process was seamless, the host was very communicative and the spot was exactly as described in the listing. We loved our stay and would most definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davy S.

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

Great stay!

The Casita was the perfect spot in the mountains for a weekend away. It has everything 1 person or a couple could need to relax and recharge. The host was a great communicator to boot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Pam and Mike’s charming casita! The space was spotless, beautifully decorated, and felt fresh and newly renovated. Perfectly sized and comfortable for two, it made for a relaxing getaway. The location was ideal—just minutes from Santa Ynez wineries, Cold Spring Tavern, and only a quick 15-minute drive up the hill from Santa Barbara. We would happily stay here again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucia C.

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

Great little getaway

This tiny house was perfect for our weekend getaway. It was definitely a tiny house but had everything we needed for the weekend and very comfortable. Highly recommend if you're looking to stay somewhere far enough from the city to feel like you're on retreat, but close enough to enjoy a night out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shealie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such an amazing weekend getaway in Santa Barbara! The home was cozy, spotless, and clearly recently renovated — everything felt fresh, comfortable, and thoughtfully put together. It was the perfect place to come back to after a day out exploring. The location was peaceful and quiet, tucked up in the mountains with beautiful views and the most incredible starry skies at night. We loved sitting outside in the evenings just taking it all in.It had everything we needed for a relaxing and comfortable stay, and we felt right at home the entire time. You can tell a lot of care has gone into making this space welcoming for guests. Overall, it was the perfect retreat for a relaxing weekend — we’d definitely love to come back and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

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

Secluded and amazing tiny home

This newly built and fully stocked tiny home in the mountains between Goleta and Santa Barbara, is perfect for a weekend getaway. It’s twenty minutes away from everything and still secluded when you want to unwind from daily sightseeing, kayaking, eating, and other activities. Pam was very communicative and wanted to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying our stay along the way. Their dog, Hank, was the sweetest boy ever! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

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

Absolutely loved it!

My daughter and I loved the tiny little house!! It was absolutely perfect! Cozy, clean, so cute, all the amenities we needed! And my favorite part was falling asleep to the sounds of crickets up in the hills. It was so calm and peaceful!! And the views on the way up were amazing!! Pam was a delight!! Very responsive and helpful with everything! Can’t wait to stay again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Juana

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dogs barking in the middle of the night and a cat outside the tiny casita door crying all night it hard to get a good night sleep. The place was soooooo tiny it had an automatic aromatic spray with no air circulation that trigger my allergies. We got the place for two nights and only stayed for one night. And it’s over priced for such a tiny tiny place and the location. It was not what I saw on the picture.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mike and Pam

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We are very fortunate to live in such a beautiful area. We love taking advantage of all the Central Coast has to offer. We love the beach, the river, hiking, camping, dirt biking etc..

Why they chose this property

Our little slice of paradise in the SantaBarbara Mountains is peaceful, and you cannot beat the sunsets. We are tucked back amongst the Oak trees in a private neighborhood. We love all the sounds and sights of nature. We see deer almost daily in the Spring.

What makes this property unique

Our tiny casita was custom built by us with guests in mind. Although tiny, it is very functional, often garnering compliments in use of space from guests. We sometimes “staycation” in the casita because it is so comfy!

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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