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Beautiful, spacious, sunny courtyard studio with fountain in Foothill Estate.

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Exterior
Exterior
Peaceful courtyard
Terrace/patio
Front of house and parking area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 346.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Upper State Street
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, La Cumbre Plaza
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Studio

1 Queen Murphy Bed and 1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful, spacious, sunny courtyard studio with fountain in Foothill Estate.

Land Use Home Stay County permitted. This large studio looks on to a beautiful fountain courtyard at the entrance and to the front of the property, to a lush large succulent oasis! Inside is a hand-crafted queen-size bed, couch and chair with foot rest, desk with chair and lamp, large walk through closet, cork floor, flat screen TV with cable, newly renovated bathroom with caesar stone countertop, fold-out cot, fridge and cupboards. Enjoy Santa Barbara from this central location! You can also enjoy excellent hiking trails behind the property on the San Marcos Foothill preserve!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, no pets, no parties.

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
Property Registration Number 683895

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara is home to this apartment. Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Arlington Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mission Santa Barbara and Rafael Gonzalez House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Earl Warren Showgrounds or Santa Barbara Bowl. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 7 min drive - 2.6 km
  • La Cumbre Plaza - 8 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 15 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 15 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 19 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 15 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, spacious, sunny courtyard studio with fountain in Foothill Estate. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful, spacious, sunny courtyard studio with fountain in Foothill Estate.?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful, spacious, sunny courtyard studio with fountain in Foothill Estate. on 9 Apr 2026 start from AU$344, 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 Beautiful, spacious, sunny courtyard studio with fountain in Foothill Estate.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, spacious, sunny courtyard studio with fountain in Foothill Estate.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, spacious, sunny courtyard studio with fountain in Foothill Estate.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, spacious, sunny courtyard studio with fountain in Foothill Estate. located?

Situated in Santa Barbara, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Upper State Street, La Cumbre Plaza and Santa Barbara Golf Club. Earl Warren Showgrounds is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodations and location so my wife and I could visit our son at UCSB and be tourist in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the palace. The location was perfect for everything we wanted to do in Santa Barbara and the accommodations were lovely. Our hosts were so gracious, welcoming us at the door when we arrived after dark and giving recommendations for hikes, restaurants, etc. Thank you both for a lovely time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Perfect spot!

This was exactly what we needed! Hosts were friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect

Perfect and private!! The host was very easy to communicate with. The check in process was very easy. Close enough to downtown but far enough for it to feel peaceful and private. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tricia F.

Great Stay

Beautiful property with a convenient location and gracious hosts. I hope to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pramodini G.

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

Beautiful retreat

We were there for my friend's daughter's wedding and had a great time at "the palace", appreciate Michael and Christina!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nisa C.

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

Casita

Gorgeous area and cozy casita!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris (Christine) E.

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

quiet and beautiful

I appreciated the quiet, privacy, and beauty of the setting
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Otto M.

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

Comfortable and Nice

We very much enjoyed our stay in this comfortable little studio. Walking the nature preserve was nice and the neighborhood featured many beautiful houses and flowers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Comfortable and peaceful

A great place to stay during UCSB’s graduation weekend. Not too far from Goleta, close to downtown, roomy enough for hanging out a little with extra family members between events. The accommodations are homey.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kamala D.

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

Loved staying here

This is a beautiful property. The studio was spacious and clean. You can sit in the garden and have a cup of coffee. The unit is next to the owner’s main house but you still have total privacy. It’s quiet and near a preserve where you can hike. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meera V.

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

Lovely SB stay

We loved the Palace - beautiful and comfortable space in the gorgeous backdrop of the Foothills. It felt just enough ‘away’ to be peaceful but a quick 10 min to downtown. Our hosts were also very helpful and communicative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria Carmel V.

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

Great space for weekend stay!

Clean and well stocked stay for a weekend trip my boo and I had for the Memorial Day weekend! Location was beautiful and close enough to many sites within Santa Barbara. Check in process was super easy. Would absolutely recommend this place to others in the future or even stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan T.

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

Great VRBO

The Palace fit our vacation needs perfectly. It is very comfortable, has beautiful views and the location is great. Christina and Michael were very welcoming and knowledgable about Santa Barbara. We will come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn A.

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

Delightful stay!

Such a delightful place to spend a few days! I met Christina the night I arrived and she was very welcoming. The property was very clean, had a well-appointed small kitchen area and bathroom, and had room to relax indoors and outside. It is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood and surrounded by gardens and a patio. It had a large area set apart in the driveway for guest parking. I hope to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2024
Thank you so much for staying with us! I’m sorry I never got to meet you again! We were ghosts passing in the night! I’m glad you had a comfortable visit and we would love to host you again! I hope your daughter has a fabulous wedding as well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol t.

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

Enchanting abode.

This is an magnificent property and comfortable studio to spend a few restful nights in. The setting is quiet and well located to enjoy Santa Barbara. Christine and Michael were very attentive and welcoming and we plan to return. Carol and Fred
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy R.

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

Lovely Stay at The Palace

We had a wonderful time during our stay at "The Palace." The location was tranquil and peaceful outside of the busy-ness of downtown, while still being close by and convenient. The space was clean, comfortable, and well-appointed. There was room to relax while we were there and we loved the beautiful courtyard and fountain out front. The hosts were friendly and kind without being intrusive. We enjoyed chatting with them and they gave us good recommendations for breakfast restaurants. I would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Quiet and comfortable

We left the hosts a very detailed review in their register on the desk of the unit. All positive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Archival

8/10 Good

Karen F.

great location

Very peaceful and comfortable space. We really enjoyed our stay. If you cook I would compare the kitchen to camping except for the microwave/oven. The fridge is small and you have a plug in two small burner stove top. Pots and pans are few but I am sure if you needed something Christina would accommodate you. The evening walks up the hill delight you with a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
The space as advertised, is a studio with kitchenette. It is not intended to be a fully equipped gourmet kitchen.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek M.

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

Great neighborhood

Nice spot, just don't miss the driveway. I missed the turn and went up the road to turn around and had a neighbor in a jeep block the road and harrass us about where we were going. My wife was scared by this encounter, but once we ended up getting there everything was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry & Karen L.

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

Charming Studio in Delightful Foothills

We loved our time in Santa Barbara! This studio was in a great location because one felt far removed from any busy streets or busy nightlife, but we could drive within minutes to great restaurants, the botanic garden and even the ocean. Plenty of room for a couple—really enjoyed the extra space near the bathroom to store our luggage and clothes. Although we dined out each evening, the kitchen was stocked so that it would be easy to prepare dinners etc. The neighborhood was very pretty with lots of beautiful landscaping. We would definitely visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Steven E.

Just What We Needed

A very comfortable, spacious studio with everything we needed for a weekend getaway to visit family in Santa Barbara. Comfortable bed and well designed bathroom w/ a stall shower & lots of counter space. Kitchen is well equipped, (except there are no wine glasses-odd for a wine destination area), w/ enough appliances to satisfy our needs. The owners are friendly & make the experience easy & enjoyable. We'll be back. Thanks C & M
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you sooooo much for pointing out the need for wine glasses! What were we thinking! They are there now!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Lovely Studio Apartment in the Hills Above Santa Barbara

This is a studio apartment next to their main home, but the hosts have created a space that feels very much like its own little oasis. The apartment gets lots of natural light, and it is a decent size with a separate walk-in closet on the way to the bathroom. The location is wonderful, only a few minutes from the highway (and so about 15 minutes for virtually everything) but still very secluded and tranquil. The only caveats are that it is a studio apartment: the bed is a pull-down Murphy bed and the kitchen is not set up for serious cooking (small fridge, no oven, etc.) We were there for a two day escape, and it was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

Cozy Getaway

We had an amazing time staying at this studio! It is very spacious and extremely cozy. Check in process was very easy. We arrived later in the day, unloaded our bags and had a look around, the pics in the listing do not do it justice. We had plans for the evening and could not wait to get back. Someone was at the main house during our stay but they did not bother us at all and had the garage door not been opened we wouldn't have even noticed they were there. During our stay it was very quiet and peaceful. The place was clean, plenty of blankets, towels, and it had the basic necessities to cook a meal (we didn't cook during our stay). We did use the fridge and it worked perfectly fine. There was only two of us but there is lots of room for maybe a total of 3-4 people..... We would love to return and stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christina Burton

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Michael and I are a very happy couple engaged in many local activities, but our favorite is hiking. I am a registered nurse, Michael is in finance. We have been in Santa Barbara for over 25 years. Together we have four children, two who live in the area and one grandchild. We fully embrace the wonderful Santa Barbara lifestyle and are eager to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

We love this property for its beautiful spacious gardens, foothill and mountain views, Mediterranean style architecture, quiet upscale, very safe neighborhood and easy central access.

What makes this property unique

Quiet, private, beautiful, pristine and accessible to central amenities.

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