Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Laguna vacation home, you'll find Rafael Gonzalez House and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. Santa Barbara County Courthouse and La Arcada are also within half a mile (1 km).
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Lobero Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Santa Barbara Museum of Art - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Arlington Theater - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Santa Barbara Bowl - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara Station - 6 min drive
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Handlebar Coffee - 9 min walk
Benchmark Eatery - 10 min walk
Mizza - 11 min walk
Crushcakes Cupcakery & Crushcafe - 11 min walk
Secret Bao - 8 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home
Magnolia Cottage is a charming remodeled historic cottage located in downtown Santa Barbara. The quiet location makes for the perfect launching pad to explore all that Santa Barbara has to offer.
The front of the home has great curb appeal with the enclosed yard, wood picket fence, manicured lawn, and mature magnolia and palm trees. The driveway leads to the back of the property with a detached 1-car garage.
Inside you have hardwood floors throughout the home and dual pane windows. The formal living room has sectional sofa and a flat-screen TV with Roku set to guest mode so you can login to your own apps.
Adjacent to the living room you have the guest bedroom with a full bed, bedside table with drawers, shelves, and a reading light. The guest bathroom has a tub/shower combo.
In the middle of the home, you have the second bedroom with a queen bed.
The passageway to the Kitchen is a modern doublewide opening.
The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, an island with two bar stools, and a gas cooktop. The french doors in the kitchen lead out to the side yard with a fenced-in dog run and the gas bbq grill. The kitchen also has a Roku TV.
The hallway leading to the master bedroom has a nook with a built-in desk, chair, printer, and Wi-Fi Modem.
There are three steps leading up to the master suite which as a King bed, two bedside tables with reading lamps, a dresser, and a chaise lounge. There is also a flat-screen TV in the master suite.
The master bathroom has dual sinks and a walk-in shower with a rain shower head.
This immaculate well maintained home has several great outdoor areas to relax and enjoy our perfect weather. The covered front porch with bench seating, the back patio with table and chairs, or the rooftop deck with chaise lounges, table, and umbrella.
The master bedroom exit takes you to a garden patio that has a table with an umbrella, seating for six guests, and a firepit. What a great area for entertaining family and friends.
Next to the garden patio, you have three steps leading up to the grass lawn with lemon trees. From the lawn, you have six steps that take you to the raised deck over the garage. Here you have potted plants, a table with an umbrella and two chaise lounges for soaking up the sun-filled days.
Next to the garage is an outdoor shower you can use to wash the sand off after coming back from the local beaches.
Special Features of the home:
Location: Downtown Santa Barbara, 4 blocks to State Street Bedrooms / Bathrooms: 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Features: Roku TV's in guest mode so you can login to your own apps, Gourmet Kitchen, Soft water system, Sunny Garage Rooftop Deck, Garage parking, Wi-Fi, Heated floors in the master bathroom, portable AC in the master bedroom only. Gas Grill. Nearby Features: Walk to Farmers Market. Walk to Downtown Santa Barbara. Walk to historic sites. Walk to Santa Barbara Bowl.
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30
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
Rules
Casago requires guests to have your identity verified through Guest Ranger
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
33483
Frequently asked questions
How close is Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home to the airport?
This vacation home is 10.1 mi (18-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home to the beach?
This vacation home is 1.4 mi (9-min drive) from West Beach and 1.5 mi (9-min drive) from East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home have a spa?
This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home to downtown Santa Barbara?
This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Santa Barbara.
Magnolia Cottage Cozy Home Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rosanne F.
Dec 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Love this house! Clean and comfortable. we never felt crowded. Very well appointed kitchen. Easy walk to State Street for dining and shopping.
Rosanne F.
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bret F.
Dec 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificient Magnolia Cottage
Magnolia Cottage provided a wonderful base camp as we welcomed our new granddaughter into the world. "Bear Cave" as our 4-year old grandson nicknamed Magnolia Cottage provided hours of play time (including wrestling), food preparation, baking and even a gingerbread house build. Particulars:The house itself is charming - 3 nice bedrooms, 2 baths.All the beds are comfortable, well pillowed. Kitchen is well appointed - has anything you will need, including a hand mixer for gingerbread house mixing. Viking Stove. Bosch dishwasher. Living room/Dining room are cozy - and we hosted 7 for Thanksgiving Dinner. The backyard/patio area is really nice - but you'll need to visit during warmer months to enjoy it. IF you are including work in your visit - there is a full service desk area with lots of plugs, printer, paper, and more. (fortunately, we are retired)Washer and dryer are top of the line - we used both as ours was a 5-week stay. The listing says "narrow driveway" and they are not kidding. You should have very good backup camera - or be a better driver than me - to negotiate the driveway. One parking tip: Street parking is by permit on the even side of the street...on 407 E. side the only thing you have to worry about is Street Sweeping from 8-10am on Mondays (I think). I almost never do reviews - but Magnolia Cottage deserves all 5 stars. Hope you enjoy it, too.
Bret F.
Stayed 37 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gary C., Bend
Dec 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Excellent property manager.
Loved the location close to downtown. Neighbor’s houses on either side were pretty rundown. Home was comfortable and nicely appointed, albeit a little eclectic. Loved Santa Barbara. The property managers were very responsive and the property services (lawn mowing, etc) were stellar.
Gary C.
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl Ann G.
Nov 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best house to rent in Santa Barbara!
I was very impressed with this home. The yard is very well maintained. The property is very dog friendly.
Location with off the street parking and a 2 car garage was great!
I would highly recommend this house. I have already booked it again for 2024
Cheryl Ann G.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
ken r.
Jun 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet magnolia
In our 12 years of using VRBO houses, this is our favorite. Super central location, easy walk to County Courthouse and State Street. It is well stocked and has a gorgeous backyard. Charming barely describes it. The two months went by too quickly.
ken r.
Stayed 60 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Terry M.
Jan 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Garden
From the wall of bamboo to the lavendar and fire pot, the backyard was a treat. The kitchen was well stocked. Great location, too!
Terry M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brandie R.
Jul 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home in a great location
This home is really lovely. The neighborhood is fantastic and very walkable to State Street and the beach. I felt safe walking alone by myself. There are several cute sitting areas on the property to enjoy the evening breeze. The neighbors are very nice, the kitchen was fantastic for making meals. it was really hard to leave this house
Brandie R.
Stayed 33 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Daniel C., Chevy Chase, Maryland
Apr 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property in great location
This property is wonderful. It felt like a home, not a professional rental. The garden and outdoor space was super. We fell in love with it after staying for a month and would rent again if possible.
Daniel C.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Geoff L., Bellingham
Feb 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Flying south for January
We experimented with leaving the northern cold for CA sun in January. This palace was perfect for my wife and I, as newly retired snowbirds. It was quaint, cozy, quiet, and comfortable. We love Santa Barbara and this property fit our needs for a month away to the sun. We spent lots of time on the back deck.
Geoff L.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Steve H., Santa Barbara, CA
Aug 4, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Better Than the Photos
Stayed for a month at this sweet property. Was even better than the description and photos made it appear. Spotless, super quiet - yet short walk to State Street - made it a great place to get away and recharge. Communication with property manager - Spenser - was excellent.
Steve H.
10/10 Excellent
Elvira M.
Sep 3, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great location. Backyard was lovely!
Elvira M.
8/10 Good
Lee S., San Francisco, CA
Aug 3, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location & Lovely Outdoor Space
Magnolia Cottage is ideally located within walking distance to downtown restaurants and stores. It’s an easy 10-15 minute drive to the beaches, and 20 minutes from some amazing hikes. We absolutely loved the outdoor space. The back yard has several seating areas, and there is a beautiful assortment of trees and plantings.
We were disappointed in the house itself. The house is very dark, and the furniture is not comfortable. The linens and pillows are old and need to be replaced.
The management company was very responsive when we had a question about the outdoor grill, and they provided ample supplies for our monthlong stay.
Lee S.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
John H.
Apr 16, 2018
Lovely place
Stylish little cottage. Sophisticated decorating and very comfortable. Beautiful garden.
John H.
Stayed 59 nights in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Linda B.
Jan 27, 2017
Wonderful cozy cottage!
Magnolia Cottage was perfect for our vacation. The house was very clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. The backyard was beautifully landscaped and the garage roof deck was great for outdoor dining - a wonderful private space. We would definitely come back again!