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Stunning Ocean & Mountain Views in Tranquil Setting

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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Summerland, CA
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
    17 min walk
  • Stackys Seaside
    11 min walk
  • Carpinteria Station
    9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    20 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning Ocean & Mountain Views in Tranquil Setting

Hidden away on a private road at the top of a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this gated upscale residence offers breathtaking views, modern conveniences and stately accomodations. Ten foot ceilings, crown molding, wood floors and a spacious covered veranda add to the elegance of this home.
A ten minute walk takes you to Summerland beach or lush hiking trails: a three minute drive to Padaro Beach; a five minute drive to Coast Village Road in Montecito or to the polo fields.
In this quiet oasis the only night sounds are horses gently calling to each other or avocados falling to the ground; a sanctuary from the stress and noise of daily life.
This property has been described (by guests) as a serene, soothing haven for all of your senses. Sip a glass of wine as you savor a resplendent sunset or have your morning coffee as you identify the many different birds flitting around the tranquil gardens.
Some Highlights:
Marble surround wood burning fireplace in living room
Gas fireplace stove in family room
Upscale furnishings
Ten foot ceilings with exquisite crown molding every room
Flat screen cable tv’s in the family room, kitchen and 2 bedrooms with HBO, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Netflix & more.
Hi speed internet
Many out door areas to relax with friends & family
New gas Bar-b-q
Avocado, orange, lemon & peach trees. Help yourself!
Lots of parking


During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and a few minutes from Summerland Beach
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Susan Gottlieb

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2300 sq ft (214 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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Stunning Ocean & Mountain Views in Tranquil Setting Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taylor E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Thanksgiving retreat
Wonderful old-school Montecito vibes, vintage furniture and decor with an absolutely incredible view of the ocean and forest. Every room more cozy than the last, great variety of vibes and sleeping arrangements, the property itself a wonderland garden with lush, mature landscaping in a private oasis. Absolutely top-notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, Wonderful Outdoor Spaces, Great Location
We stayed for 8 nights, it was great. Plenty of room inside and well equipped with just about everything you need (sadly we didn't notice the blueberry muffins the host had provided until we were leaving!). The deck and outdoor space were great with seabreeze and views. Our dog particularly enjoyed the ability to roam around outside without leash. Easy access to downtown SB, Montecito and spectacular beaches east of SB. Would love to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajib

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property met with my teenage daughter's approval and that itself merits it 5 star ratings. We spent sunset hours mostly in spacious balcony from where you can see a canopy of green and the pacific ocean. The garden below is lush and beautiful. You know it has been grown with care over decades. The house is spacious, kitchen is modern and the bathrooms beautiful. We locked ourselves out late at night on account of our own errors and the owner (and her daughter) responded quickly. Beyond the house, while we enjoyed everything in Santa Barbara, our highlights were 2 - one sunset on the nearby Santa Claus beach and the Vedanta temple a bit further up on the hills behind the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Emily S.

Great view and location, old furnishings
We enjoyed our time at this home and its beautiful view. The house is spacious and had a great location, with a cool breeze coming in from the west. However, the furnishings are quite old, and most of the outdoor seating is not worth sitting on—uncomfortable, dirty, spiderwebs, lichen, etc. The outdoor tabletop consisted of a piece of warped plywood with a tablecloth over it. (There was a note from the host saying that would be replaced later). There was one newish outdoor sofa that we spent most of our time on, and we enjoyed that. None of the large screen doors worked properly; we were constantly putting them back on their slides. The house had everything we needed… and a few things we didn’t want, like lots of old personal hygiene products in the bathroom drawers and cabinets. The interior was clean, and the kitchen looked recently remodeled. The carpeting in the house was quite old/worn. Important to note that this is not a stand-alone house. The VRBO rental is the upper level of the house, and there is someone (I think the host?) living in the lower level. The garden has orange, peach, lemon and avocado trees. Overall, view and location are great, but at over $600/night, we felt we had paid too much. We would not rent again due to the discrepancy between the furnishings and the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private Sanctuary
Comfortable and spotlessly clean home in a convenient location near Carpinteria, Summerland and Hwy 101. Surrounded by stunning gardens with lots of indoor and outdoor space. Host provided several nice amenities such as coffee, croissants and facial skin care products. Also, she was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

Liked: Cleanliness
VRBO SUCKS “.”
The communication with VRBO was so awful that awful would say it’s awful. NEVER received a confirmation NEVER received ANYTHING”.” Based on my experience with VRBO I wouldn’t let VRBO manage a pay toilet!!!!! I was EXTREMELY grateful that the owner of the property got involved even they said VRBO was worthless. Finally got a phone call from “someone” not sure what country couldn’t understand a single word what that person said…..saved it as a joke if anyone wants a laugh I’ll forward it Jay D. Haber, PhD
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santa Barbara perfection
This well maintained house was perfect for our weekend wedding in the Santa Barbara area. All of the accommodations were perfect. The spacious balcony with views toward the Pacific Ocean is spectacular. It was perfectly located for us with quick access to the Pacific Coast Highway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
It was a perfect location to our fundraising event. The common living space was perfect for preparing for the event as well as our debrief!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summerland getaway
The house is located an easy 10 minutes south of downtown Santa Barbara near Summerland, a laid-back little community with a couple good cafes. It was the perfect size for my husband and myself plus two young teen boys. All the amenities and easy parking. Beautiful view of the water from the back porch. There is a nice little beach about 3 minutes drive down the road which we found to be not as crowded as the beaches nearer SB. We’d definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quinton A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil Beauty
Large tranquil patio overlooking a luscious tree canopy with a remarkable variety of flora adorned with oceanviews. Birdlife, horses and rustling tree leaves are a welcome respite from the city sounds. All necessary amenities and well equipped kitchen. Private driveway and secure parking. Serene neigborhood with peaceful neighbors and beautiful surroundings. Large spacious rooms throughout. Owner’s communication readily available and prompt yet not overbearing. Property location private, at the same time accessibility to Summerland and local beaches a short drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

A guest from , K.

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely Summerland home
We enjoyed staying in the Summerland. The big porch was lovely to sit on (rain or shine) while looking out over the valley and the ocean. The yard was big and a nice place for our dog to get out. There are also several nice walks nearby. The two main bedrooms are big and comfortable. The third bedroom is small and probably best for 1 person or a child or two.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Summerland
We reserved this property on short notice the week before Christmas. Our hostess was kind enough to put out Christmas decorations for us and make some personal recommendations for us based on her knowledge of the area. We enjoyed some time together in the sun.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Toro House
The house was very clean and tidy. The house is just extremely dated.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Liked: Cleanliness
I miss the veranda!
This property was as advertised-almost wheelchair accessible-with two stairs to enter the house. The treat was to be able to get out to the veranda and among the trees and birds without any help. Being outside on the second floor was a cool experience. The well stocked kitchen was much appreciated and it was easy driving distance to Santa Barbara, Solvang, and Carpenteria. Disabled travelers will need to be able to transfer to a shower chair in the bathroom but this rental was pretty user friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Beautiful
My family and I had a wonderful stay in Summerland. We have family in Santa Barbara but this was our first time in Summerland and it's such a magical place! This rental was perfect for us - two sitting rooms with incredibly comfortable furniture, a large kitchen with everything we needed to cook delicious meals, an extra large balcony with comfy couches and GORGEOUS views, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a large tub! The place has big windows in every room and lots of light. You can see the ocean through the trees from the balcony and the weather in October was perfect for sitting outside. The beach is so easy to get to and was one of the best beaches we've been to. Susan left a sweet welcoming letter and was very accessible and responsive to any questions we had. She provided us with EVERYTHING we could possibly need during our stay. She even made us some delicious muffins and let us take avocados from her tree! Five stars!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
LA Retreat
Susan is a wonderful hostess. The house is on the southern end of Summerland. Great coffee shop and housewares. The Beach is amazing!! Dogs are allowed on beach. Great parking. The house was very clean and well kept. Susan addressed my only concern.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home in gorgeous location!
We were in town to celebrate our Mom’s 70th and we couldn’t have picked a better place. Susan is very prompt and thoughtful in her communication and the home is located a short drive from Santa Barbara. It was the perfect blend and quiet and stunning while still having access to all the fun downtown. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax and enjoy the ocean view and breeze!
It was wonderful -- exactly as advertised!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taylor R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views!
Close to freeway and great Location. Made fiesta in Santa Barbara amazing. Susan was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Isari A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely weekend in Summerland!
Easy access, beautifully situated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Lovely Stay
We had the most fantastic stay! The home is minutes from the freeway, and very easy to locate. We loved that the home is not on a traditional street/neighborhood- it’s private with plenty of parking and quietly surrounded by beautiful fruit trees and seasonal vegetation. The house is perfectly distributed in space offering various spots to sit and enjoy each other’s company, the outside beautiful long balcony that oversees the ocean, and best of all- it’s nooks for your quiet moments. Overall, it was all that we wanted for our family and more. We look forward to many more stays. Thank you, Susan for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Luxurious Santa Barbara getaway
We had a lovely time at Susan's home. The property has plenty of space, is very clean and the 40+ foot covered porch is the highlight where we enjoyed breakfast, did yoga and watched stars at night. Susan also gave us useful restaurant recommendations. The property is very conveniently located to take advantage of the activities in the area. We would gladly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Z., Austin Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views
Beautiful views of ocean and lush landscaping from the balcony. House was fully equipped with everything you might need for a comfortable stay, and the owner was very communicative and responsive. Our family loved having meals outside and admiring the gardens.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

james m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond Expectations!
Amazing home, gorgeous property, gracious and welcoming hostess - this experience exceeded all of our expectations! We have rented through various agencies in several states over the years, but this visit rises to the top of the list.... Everything was very lovingly maintained, the home well-stocked with everything from spices and cookware to extra towels and bedding. There was plenty of room for all of us (three grandparents, our daughter and the two of us) to spread out and have privacy or to gather in one location... usually, the deck to enjoy the views. We couldn't have asked for a better visit, and Susan was a wonderful host. We highly recommend enjoying this home and would love to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cozy classic rental
This rental was very enjoyable. First, Susan was a fantastic host and is very responsive. We knew if we needed anything she’d be ready. Second, the home is classic and feels like a home. It is very well appointed and has everything you need. The deck is fantastic and looks over avocado trees straight to the ocean. We truly enjoyed our stay in a great location and will be returning whenever we can.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022