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3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach

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The Ruth House Craftsman and the Happy Hippy Haven Camper
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The Happy Hippy Haven Camper can be added to your reservation for a small fee.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Living Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach

The Ruth House in downtown Santa Barbara, walk to State St. and Beach
The Santa Barbara City Council has hired a team to sweep across the City and identify unpermitted Vacation Rentals. This offering is a Registered Santa Barbara City Vacation Rental and not subject to unexpected cancellation.

The Downtown Ruth House is a Craftsman original 3 br home with sleeping to 8, and with 2 full baths to you. Located in the City of Santa Barbara on a cul de sac, there's ez walking to State St (4 blks) downtown and the beach (7 blks).
This 1905 home is upgraded with central heating & a modern kitchen, while retaining much of the original fittings and character of old SB. This sleeps 8 using the LR 's 2 couch single beds.

A video tour of this home is available: https://youtu.be/O5sqwDGCW38

The Craftsman has 2 bathrooms; one with a shower serves the forward bedroom and also has a door to the living area. The master has a Jacuzzi tub in a private bath. The home posts as sleeping 8, which is 8 on beds and also the possibility of another using a good rollaway single kept in a closet. This home has 2 queens in the bedrooms and a trundle on the rear porch which is a single, or 2 singles with the trundle up when it then becomes a king.

In the living room the couch is an Ikea better quality convertible queen. Instructions are on the wall in a frame. More linens are also on hand.

This smaller period home is spacious for 4, comfortable for 6 and will feel small for more than 6. But the sleeping and utilitarian aspect can be stretched to 8. As mentioned, If you are being utilitarian there is also a roll away bed in a closet to sleep #9.

ADD-ONS and OFFERS:

1) Mexican Breakfast or Lunch! Prepared and served by our own Maria.

Authentic hand pressed tortillas and hand ground salsa! Huevos Rancheros style w Beans, rice and all ingredients from scratch. Guests choose salsa intensity. Breakfast or Lunch for 6 $150, add $18 per additional guest. Lunch and Dinner $175 and $18 each additional guest.
BONUS: Dining and Kitchen left perfectly clean and put away (Maria is main housekeeper).

2) Floral. During our housekeeping prep for you we will place beautiful sunny bouquet's in the living room (and dining if seperate) and smaller displays in each room. $85.

3) There is also the Happy Hippy Haven Camper in back with a proper full bed. Great for added guest, kids room or pirate quarters!! The camper has no plumbing but has power for heat and TV and is comfortable. All other facilities are a part of the main house. $50 1st night and $25 per night additionally.

NOTE: We have neighbors who will not be happy with any guest group more than posted on your reservation, and they will document and report any abuse. Any plans for gatherings need to be specifically arranged with the host IN ADVANCE, and special daytime gatherings for anniversaries, wedding coordinating and reunion events, etc., can be approved. Otherwise fee's of $150 per person that come to the property can be assessed in our effort to avoid disturbing partys. Don't book those here! Police reports will be received and large deposit charges assessed, and you may be told to leave without further refunds. It will not work out trying to do that here. (thx ). However, happy plans, daytime only, to participate in wedding gatherings or sometimes a birthday, etc, can work out. We will likely discuss parking and things about the event.

The 3rd trundle bed is in a nice finished rear porch which is smaller than a normal bedroom, but adequate with a day bed and a closing door. The day bed is a real single bed and also has a pop up second single bed which aligns to make a king size area bed. This will use up the entire porch when open!, but these are real mattresses and the porch is very comfortable and airy. With the large living room bed-couch and an additional single rollaway bed in a closet, you can sleep up to 9. Two couples and children is a good use of this home. Three couples fit and will feel intimate. More than 6 is utilitarian and is allowed for you to have good value but will clearly be tight in this smaller home.

Smoking is not allowed in the home. Smoking is highly regulated in the City limits; not in buildings or within 20 feet of others. Smoking is allowed outside and elsewhere on this property, but not indoors.
We are pet owners and invite pets without upfront extra fee's. The floors are all hard surfaces and pretty much pet friendly. There is a fenced yard. If your pet causes visible soiling in the home there is an excellent vacuum in one of the closets to stay away from extra cleaning fees due to the pet. Using the yard for non-clipped nails pets and/or excitable pets will avoid possible damage. We do have a Pet Fee of $50 if we find beach sand or pet hair inside and any manner of pet waste which has been left for our crew to clean up inside or out. We want pet owners to have a NO COST option, however you must mitigate extra cleaning caused by any pet. Vacuuming pet hair and light mopping a rooms floor if needed is an owner responsibility to avoid charges. Using the fenced yard (see pictures) and limiting the pet time inside might be a good minimization for instance.
The TV has NetFlix and Amazon Prime paid. Hundreds and hundreds of movies, TV shows and children's shows. An antenna is also on for local stations to get local news and weather. There is no Cable.

NOTE: Air Conditioning is rarely needed in the beach town of Santa Barbara. However there will be 2-3 weeks a year that can become uncomfortable. We have added Air Conditioning to our rental, however it is a portable model kept in a closet, and requires rolling near the living room window and attaching the hose and fitted bracket to operate it.

You are 4.5 blocks off State Street and you are at block 700 of State at the intersection of Paseo Nuevo Mall and State. This means you are 9.5 blocks from Sterns Wharf, at the Ocean and State. Nightlife is in the 500-800 blocks of State.

There is a host of restaurants, clubs and shopping on State and you will be centrally located to enjoy many choices.

Cancellations that have been charged to credit cards will need to have the card fee's and other out of pockets costs deducted from the refund.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
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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 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Santa Barbara Channel and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Paseo Nuevo Mall and La Arcada. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Zoo and Earl Warren Showgrounds. Windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain climbing nearby.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Paseo Nuevo Mall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lobero Theater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 19 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eureka - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wildcat Lounge - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Win~Dow - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lighthouse Coffee - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach on 17 Apr 2026 start from AU$639, 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 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach located?

This family-friendly Santa Barbara holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Paseo Nuevo Mall, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. La Arcada and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are also within 15 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 19 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute Craftsman Bungalow! It felt like we were vacationing at the "family cabin on the lake". We were able to walk downtown 1-2 times each day. Nice backyard, big enough for the dog to run and for us to rally a pickleball. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

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

Adorable

Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

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

Wedding

Stayed here a year or two prior for a wedding. Did the same again. It was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ryan B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Great neighborhood but listing was a bit misleading

This home was great and location was extremely convenient. The listing shows an additional trailer in the back that has an extra bed. However, upon arriving to the property this was off limits and required an additional cost. This was not conveyed to me in a clear matter. Luckily we didn't require it so our stay was unaffected.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice cottage, too small for six

Hi! we booked for six but had just four. The listing said 3 beds and 3 baths. But the house had only 2 baths which made it tighter than expected, so I'm super glad there were 2 less people. The number of baths was super important and the primary reason I booked it instead of hotel. If the 3rd bath was in the extra $ trailer in back, it was not clear. otherwise, a nice place, albeit tiny. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaina B.

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

Cute and clean

Very convenient with 2 bath and 2.5 bedrooms. Close to the beach, downtown and several stores. Well maintained, clean home with a large selection of coffee and clean linens :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisa j.

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

Perfect spot!

We had a great weekend at the house. Perfect location with easy walking to downtown and the beach. Great spot for two couples
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary O.

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

Perfect Santa Barbra get away

We absolutely loved staying at David's adorable craftsman home. The house was clean, fully stocked with everything we needed, and had plenty of room for our group of 6. The location was perfect - situated on a quiet street that was perfect for relaxing at the house in the evening, while still being just a super quick walk to everything in the area around State Street. David was incredibly helpful and responsive during our stay. Thanks for a lovely weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

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

Decent property, great location

Fair warning: parking is a little tight, so maybe don't bring a huge truck if it can be avoided. Our SUV fit just fine, but anything bigger might be tough. The location was great. Layout of the house itself is a little weird, but still a great place! The communication with the property owner was A+ as well. I will definitely stay again if I'm ever back in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

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

santa barbara wedding

overall, great trip. The configuration of the house is weird, but works fine. location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

james p.

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

Friends Getaway

We enjoyed our stay. The location was great, close to everything. We walked everywhere. The layout of the house was a bit awkward for 3 adults due to there only being one shower. An eating area in the kitchen would have been nice, but there was no room for one. The sleeping porch mattress was uncomfortable - too soft. Otherwise, everything worked well and the house was clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Will S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Low Effort Overpriced

I'm sad to leave this review, because the house has potential to be great. The location is convenient, quiet, felt safe, all that good stuff. The kitchen was nice and functional. The driveway was bonkers, but worked out okay. The property was okay...there's a dirty old camper outback next to a neglected hot tub. The main problem is the furniture. The listing is accurate, but somehow every single piece of furniture in this house is actively uncomfortable. The beds felt ancient and creaky and rock hard - we tried both main beds left us with sore backs the entire trip. One of them dipped in the middle and the other one was on a weird incline. The couch is not even a couch - it's just two tiny beds stuck together and one of them doesn't have a back. You're just sitting there with your back up against a window sill. Even the chairs in the living room were all functionally useless. Minor complaint - TV was from like 2008 and barely ran Netflix. Communication with the owner was next to nonexistent. I had to follow up on the day of and ask how to get into the place. I contacted him about the air conditioner and he didn't reply for hours. If this was a super cheap rental, I'd say okay, you can live with it, but I spent $2,099 for a Friday-Monday trip to stay in a place that was less comfortable than a Super 8 Motel. If you're making that much per night, take some of that money and invest it in the few pieces of furniture that literally all of your guests will be using.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Wedding Stay

This house was centrally located to shopping areas and we could walk everywhere, so that made our stay nice.The weather was beautiful and we love Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shifteh A.

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

Great house

Great place to stay and awesome location. There are a lot of options for setting up sleep areas. We had an infant and toddler with us and it was amazing to find a pack and play, and an extra twin mattress in a master closet that we could use for the kids. Thanks David! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

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

A 2020/2021 make up getaway

Our daughter graduated HS during pandemic. Never was able to get away. Now our daughter completed community college with 4.0 and transferred to her chosen university to continue her education. This was a wonderful quick get-a-way.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

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

Great!

The house is adorable and very comfortable. We had everything we needed. I travel with two dogs and the yard was perfect for them. Would stay again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

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

Cute Craftsman

Cute house and close to downtown. Glad there was driveway parking as street was full. Nice kitchen area and funky general layout that gives it character. We all felt the house had a pleasant energy about it and enjoyed our stay. Property management was very available and responsive. Deeply appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Family trip to Santa Barbara for a wedding

Great location! Easily walk to state street and beach. Great trip with the family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean O.

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

Downtown Cottage

Our cottage was so cozy and relaxing. So close to the whole downtown area, walking to State St or Funk Zone was quick, so we didn't have to rent a car! We want to thank our VRBO host for such a comfortable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

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

All the comfort of home

Stayed here with my kids and in laws and it was an easy stay. Location is killer for tourism of the beaches and state street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonnie S.

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

Very sweet neat cottage

Walking distance to State Street and with a little energy a stroll to the beach. We found the house to be very clean . Only one negative comment; the screen door needs to be repaired. We couldn’t leave the door open and enjoy the beautiful spring weather because bugs would fly in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanie m.

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

Girls Getaway

This adorable house was perfect for the 4 of us (all moms over 55). Two shared one bed, and the other two had their own beds. The house was clean, well stocked and within walking distance to downtown and the wharf. Safe area. Communication was fast and easy with David. We had a blast. Would definitely consider this home for another getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory L.

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

Nice Location

Nice home in quiet neighborhood. My only complaint is that the wifi didn’t work even with the password that was provided
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly G.

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

Spring Break

The house is in a great, central location. We didn’t drive more than 20 minutes all week to get to our adventure spots. We walked downtown everyday. The neighborhood felt safe and was quiet. We had a hard time parking in the steep and narrow driveway, so used the street mainly. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

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

Great location

We stayed here for a family wedding weekend. We were only 3 people but had 3 small dogs and the space worked well for us. Communication was good and it is walkable to State Street. The wifi is slow so be aware if you need to work it may be a struggle. Cute tiny house with a large yard and parking on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

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