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Secluded refuge in the treetops

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A stone pathway leading through a garden with a decorative metal gate.
A cozy living room with a wooden cabinet, a floral-patterned carpet, and a vase with purple flowers on a wooden table.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a red tablecloth, a lamp, a wine bottle, and a view of trees through a window.
A tree with a thick trunk and branches extending outward.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror with decorative tiles, a toilet, and a shower area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Feels like home
    Guests love the warm, welcoming atmosphere.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Santa Barbara County Courthouse

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Arlington Theater
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Granada Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Located by the sea, this cottage is in Oak Park, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Travellers looking for local activities can try Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Santa Barbara Zoo and Earl Warren Showgrounds are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Arlington Theater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Granada Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 4 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Public Market - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Super Cucas - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Revolver Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Corazon Cocina - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded refuge in the treetops pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded refuge in the treetops?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded refuge in the treetops?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded refuge in the treetops?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded refuge in the treetops located?

Located in Oak Park, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Santa Barbara Public Market and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Alameda Park and Arlington Theater are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded

A charming, artistic hideaway in a pleasant neighborhood, and a gracious host host. Recommended!
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway!

Janet’s place was just perfect for me. Very peaceful, comfortable bed, everything you could possibly need. It was the getaway I had dreamed about! I will be going back.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We did not visit the national park, only the botanical gardens, as the weather was not conducive to road travel. The cottage was delightful, and Janet provided the first day's breakfast and a great bottle of wine. Will go back if we return to Santa Barbara in the future.Shops and restaurants were easily accessible.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, eclectic, and unique historic Santa Barbara compound with off-street parking for one car. The owner / manager, Janet, lives at the front of the property and is very attentive. The only thing missing was a propane grill for barbecuing (there is a Weber charcoal grill available). I would stay there again without hesitation.
Stayed 39 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent

We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home. The owner Janet was extraordinary, extremely helpful. The house was very clean and it was beautiful. Thank you Janet for making our anniversary trip amazing!!! I am definitely recommend it to my friends and if we go back to Santa Barbara we for sure will stay there. You can walk to Downtown but need a car to go to the beach.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tree Top

Lovely tree top get away. The accommodations were everything we wanted. It has a comfortable bed, nice clean bathroom with a claw tub. The kitchen had all the gadgets we needed. The living room area was comfy and the art work was well displayed. It has an old world charm. The location for us was just perfect. We also loved the convenience of having a washer and dryer available for use.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friendly Garden Oasis

I stayed here for over a month. It is a delightful cottage in the trees surrounded by a lovely garden. The abundance of birds make it a true tree house. Janet was extremely accommodating, kind & helpful. The cottage amenities give it a true old world feeling. It is very centrally located in Santa Barbara within walking distance to several parks & eateries. She made all allowances for my pup. I was very comfortable there and felt at home. Thank you
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

We loved staying at the Treetop Getaway. Janet thought of absolutely everything and the beautiful, sweet place has a comfortable, homey ambiance with not one negative. We originally rented this place because it was dog-friendly, but lost our dog before we went on the trip. Rufus also would have loved it. I will stay here any and every time that I travel to Santa Barbara. Janet is helpful, kind, thoughtful and the perfect host. Thank you!
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great secluded tree top hideaway

Janet’s Tree Top Cottage was just the spot I needed to spend some very important and needed “me time”. Although the perfect spot for exploring all the treats Santa Barbara has to offer, it is also a property that you will want to stay in and cozy up. That was my experience as the weather was unusually overcast most of my stay. Nevertheless I thoroughly enjoyed staying at the property and just relaxing. Janet was so kind and welcoming, including having fresh eggs from “the girls” in the fridge along with some homemade granola and yogurt, even half and half and coffee! Downtown, shops, restaurants ext. are all an easy walk or short drive away. You will really enjoy your stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

European/ CA west coast, unique, charming

Very well managed and personable
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely wonderful!

Place is exactly as described and much more with incredible attention to every detail. I highly recommend the Tree Top. We had a relaxing stay with every need already anticipated. The garden is just heavenly and breakfast items first morning were so fresh and extra convenient. Janet is a superb hostess and I would love to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful treetop escape

Janet’s listing was beyond beautiful. The light and cheery unit was perfect for enjoying the peace and time to slow down with a cup of coffee and a book, and walking distance to State street, full of charming restaurants, shops, and even an awesome coworking space (Kiva). The location is perfect for exploring Santa Barbara; one day we walked down to the beach and then back up through town, sightseeing AND exercise with an urban hike. The place is the ultimate cozy and private. The kitchen is fully equipped and the clawfoot tub is a lovely touch. Honestly, we can’t wait to stay again. Janet is a gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous garden bungalow. My husband and I loved it!

This is a magic bungalow. Tucked in among the trees, flowers and ferns of the most fabulous compound. The bungalow is stocked with all of the utensils one might need to fix meals. The location is fabulous, it is quiet and Janet is wonderful. My husband and I will be returning as regular visitors to the magic garden and Santa Barbara hide away.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very nice, cozy, well decorated and furnished, quiet and private.

Janet is definitly the best host ever, she has a great taste and she is a very kind person, the place has a very nice feeling, everything you could need is there. It was flowers in a vase on the table, her own chicken eggs in the fridge, bacon, milk, wine, butter, coffee. Being there for Thanksgiving, I was invited at her family dinner, only 24 people, and she went way over the traditional dinner, unbelievable. The bed is extremely comfortable, from large towels, to sheets to bed comforter, it is all pure cotton and it feel so good, no synthetic here. I could go on, but I think that you get the picture. Thank you Janet, you are the best. Hugs, Marc
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great stay at Janet's cottage!

Cozy tree top cottage with everything you need! Gated property with a lovely garden walkway leading to the upstairs unit. We stayed at Janet's for three months when I worked a contract at Cottage hospital. 15 minute walk to the hospital and also a 15 minute walk to state street! Janet was a great hostess! Our pup even got so settled in, she didn't want to leave! We hope to be back soon! Would recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 92 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Exceptional!

Tree Top is the perfect little home in a gorgeous place. Surrounded by trees and bamboo with mountain views it’s a private oasis in the middle of the beauty that is Santa Barbara. Janet is wonderful! She really has thought of everything and made me feel welcome from the start. She goes above and beyond to make guests comfortable. Special touches like coffee (and creamer), bacon, eggs from her chickens and bread waiting for you so breakfast is easy the next morning really allow you to relax. The cottage is homey with a comfortable bed and a claw foot tub and everything you could need for your stay. Tree top is walking distance to upper State St and Alice Keck Park. There is an IHOP 3-4 blocks away and a deli about the same distance. Easy access to the 101. Less than 10 min drive to the beach, the Mission and hiking nearby. Trader Joe’s and Ralph’s are a short drive as well. If you book tree top you won’t be disappointed and I know you’ll love it as much as I do.
Stayed 45 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

It’s the best!

Our hostess goes out of her way to make everything perfect. I could t have had a better time or a more comfortable stay
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing secluded spot, perfect for long term vacay

Janet's place was everything we could have asked for and more. Her property feels incredibly secluded but is only a short walk from the wonders of State St. Janet herself was very accommodating during our stay. We certainly plan to return in future!
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Marvelous TreeTop getaway

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this cozy second story tree top unit. It is close enough to downtown Santa Barbara to walk to shopping, movies, the Santa Barbara Art Museum and restaurants. It is furnished with plenty of cooking utensils and dishes as well as random spices and other cooking needs. We will definitely stay here again the next time we are in Santa Barbara.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely rental

My wife and i stayed for 2 nights in Janet's Treetop Getaway and loved every minute of our stay. The apartment was well furnished with everything you might need. It was clean and felt very welcoming from the bottles of water and the bottle of wine, to the food in the refrigerator and the full kitchen assortment of appliances. Our hostess Janet was very pleasant and helpful in guiding us to places we were seeking out. A nice quiet Oasis in the city of Santa Barbara. would highly recommend as a unique and inviting location.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely Perfect!

This location is fantastic and Janet and her team do a great job as hosts. My parents stayed here in early September and they still rave about it. They're eager for a second trip to this quaint oasis. I can't thank you enough for giving them a great place to stay, delicious breakfast and overall, an incredibly memorable experience. We'll definitely be repeat customers!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic stay!

My husband, my dog, and I stayed for two nights at one of Janet's cottages and we couldn't be any happier. Janet is a wonderful hostess and will make whatever it takes to make you feel like home. Everything was well thought and planned, the cottage was really tidy and clean and it came with perks like bottled water by the bed, a bottle of wine upon arrival, and tasty breakfast including fresh eggs from Janet's chickens :) Janet is really accommodating, we will definitely be back. Thanks Janet!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Weekend Getwaway

My boyfriend and I stayed here for a weekend and had an amazing time. We were visiting from San Francisco and wanted a cozy rental in a nice location, and Janet's property was perfect! She is so kind, very welcoming and even introduced us to all the beautiful chickens. Breakfast was delicious and having the bicycles was very convenient. We will definitely be back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing time!

We were welcomed with open arms by our lovely host Janet. The treetop cottage was very warm, inviting, and cozy. The location was perfect and we were able to bike around at our leisure. There was so much to do in SB, however staying at the cottage was a highlight since it was quite romantic. If you're looking for the perfect place to stay in SB, look no further! Janet's cottage is where it's at! BTW - her chickens lay the freshest and tastiest eggs for a delightful breakfast treat! :)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Loved it!

Another wonderful stay in one of Janets cozy and very clean cottages! Love the comfortable bed, nice linens, interesting and fun furnishings and use of the bicycles! So relaxing and private, perfect vacation spot.
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