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Relax in the heart of Montecito

Vacation home near Butterfly Beach in Santa Barbara

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Terrace/patio
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Montecito, CA
  • Place, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Casa Del Herrero
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Montecito Village Shopping Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Montecito stay.With a stay at this Montecito vacation home, you'll be steps from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church and Casa Del Herrero. The Easton Gallery and Montecito Village Shopping Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Casa Del Herrero - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Easton Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Montecito Village Shopping Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Soma Get Fit - 3 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪AMA Sushi - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relax in the heart of Montecito

Enjoy this cozy tropical bungalow in the heart of Montecito. Easy walking to local shops and restaurants, this bungalow is also less than a mile up the road from Butterfly and Miramar beaches. Inside you'll find a styled living space with upscale furnishings, large smart TV and fast WiFi, fully stocked kitchen, unlimited coffee and teas, fresh linens & bedding, soaps and other amenities. There's also an outdoor shower and a private patio in the front to lounge the day away. This private hedged-in bungalow has everything you'll need for your getaway.

Check out my other listings, the Blue Door Bungalow #2016371 and Classic Montecito Cottage #2015820

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number #448

Frequently asked questions

How close is Relax in the heart of Montecito to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.2 mi (17-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Relax in the heart of Montecito have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Relax in the heart of Montecito to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.9 mi (4-min drive) from Butterfly Beach and 1.6 mi (7-min drive) from Hammond's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Relax in the heart of Montecito offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Relax in the heart of Montecito?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Relax in the heart of Montecito?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Relax in the heart of Montecito?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Relax in the heart of Montecito have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Relax in the heart of Montecito have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Relax in the heart of Montecito to downtown Santa Barbara?

This vacation home is 3.8 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Relax in the heart of Montecito Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, pristinely clean, beautiful interior design!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful experience a s would stay here again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location, wonderful quiet place, easy to get to, great bed and a charming place in every way!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely cottage in an ideal setting!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect stay in this cozy bungalow. We have stayed 2 other times in the Blue Door Bungalow. Pat is the perfect host and everything you would need is available. Perfect Locatuon.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this spot it’s our second time staying there
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I absolutely love this rental. It was my second time staying here and I will not stay anywhere else while visiting Montecito or Santa Barbara. It is so unique and the location is unbeatable. I will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean, cozy, and well maintained. It had everything we needed for a weekend in Santa Barbara. The owner was very responsive but also respected our privacy. Conveniently located near the Village with shops, restaurants and a grocery store.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

whitney a.

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

Great little house.

The cottage was super cute, very comfortable and an excellent location.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank A.

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

Lovely bungalow

We loved our stay there. Very nice place. Pat was great to work with. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great stay in Montecito - the home was well-appointed in a wonderful, convenient location. Everything was provided as advertised. We look forward to staying again and will recommend this great property to our family and friends. Thank you for allowing us to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

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

Magical Montecito

This is the perfect cottage getaway in the best Montecito location! Loved the decor, amenities and ambiance. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful property! Suited our needs perfectly. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene C.

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

Sweet Cottage!

Wonderful, comfortable accommodations and the best location! Loved my time and hope to return soon!
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany O.

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

Beautiful cottage in Montecito

What a beautiful quaint property. Our stay was so comfortable, quiet and had everything we needed. A quick car or uber ride to downtown Santa Barbara and very close to Montecito shops and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you Pat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is charming! Great outdoor area and clean. The bedding was so lovely. Good hot water and pressure as well! Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Fantastic getaway

We loved the property. Exactly as advertised. Thanks Pat!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamiko W.

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

Awesome Stay

The cottage was just as described maybe even better in person. Location was near shops and restaurants. Safe and quiet streeet. Perfect for a couple getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

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

Wonderful cottage

Beautifully maintained, clean as a whistle, very comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place is absolutely amazing! Cozy, perfect size, organized, well decorated and more. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy I.

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

Beautiful Bungalow

We stayed for two nights and the property was in an excellent location and in such a great neighborhood. Bed was super comfortable and bungalow had all the amenities that anyone would need. Highly recommend staying here is you're looking for a cute and quaint place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

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

Perfect in all respects

Wonderful accommodations overlooking Miramar Beach. We wished we could stay indefinitely! 10-minute walk to shops & dining on Coast Village Road, and 5-minute walk to Rosewood Miramar. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Lovely cottage

Beautifully decorated, very comfortable bed, super clean. We had a great stay and would stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Escape from New England cold

Wonderful cottage in a great neighborhood and comfortable walking into the town of Montecito.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

A great short vacay

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022