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Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem!

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Exterior detail
Relax from the adventures of the day and enjoy the private hideaway.
Interior
This fully equipped kitchen is set up for a simple or elaborate meal.
Peek into the garden while you sip your morning coffee.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Montecito, CA
  • Westmont College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Butterfly Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem!

This welcoming garden cottage is just a short walk from the upper village of charming Montecito with its neighborhood grocery store, deli, fine dining and casual outdoor bistros. Just a five-minute drive to the beach, or mountain hikes, lower Montecito village and access to Santa Barbara. Awaken to the sound of chirping birds and the bells of the historic Mount Carmel Church.

Property manager

Martha Salas
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No cooking for local catering jobs allowed on premises.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located in Montecito, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this cottage is in the mountains and by the sea. Travellers looking for local activities can try Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Earl Warren Showgrounds or UC SB Events Center.
Map
Montecito, CA

What's nearby

  • Westmont College - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Butterfly Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 8 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 12 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blenders In The Grass - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Westmont Dining Commons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Merci To Go - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! located?

Located in Montecito, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, The Easton Gallery and Casa Del Herrero. Montecito Village Shopping Center and Lotusland are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Margot D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit
Had a great stay! Good location to walk around and enjoy Montecito. Quaint backyard, small rooms but perfect for what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy gem
Beautiful, peaceful private space, perfect to tuck away in for Christmas. Extra work space and spacious beautifully tended patio (with lemon tree) a plus. Martha was kind and easy to communicate with. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!!
My wife and I had a wonderful stay of night Nights In This Charming Montecito Cottage the owner could not have been more helpful kind and professional. We love the location and especially love the Charming private garden. private yard.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tani S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
We were in town for a few days for a family birthday. The property and clean, cute, and has everything you need!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
The cottage was very comfortable and clean. We enjoyed the location and outdoor area. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Very clean and worked good for 2 very tired daughters and husbands! Only slept there so didn’t try cooking anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
We were in town for a wedding. We stayed with our 2 mo baby and our cousins. The cottage was a bit smaller than anticipated but the outdoor space more than made up for it. Plus we were out at wedding festivities for most of it. Everything was clean and it was conveniently located!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t wait to stay again!!
Adorable cottage in Montecito. So cute inside & out. We needed a place close to UCSB & it was perfect- about 10/15 mins. away. Kitchen very well equipped. Beds comfy with great linens. Great water pressure. Our favorite part was the charming courtyard. Completely fenced in for our pups. The whole place is very pet friendly. Our host, Martha, was fantastic and her communication was quick. We can’t wait to book again when we visit to see our daughter!! Thanks, Martha!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Garden Cottage - Dog Friendly
This was our first time staying here and we are so glad we did. We will go back. The Cottage is set in a wonderful location about a mile from Butterfly Beach and walkable to the Upper Village. We stayed 11 days extending it an additional 2 days once we saw it. We would have stayed longer if it had been available longer. The Garden is beauty and fenced-in if you’re bringing a dog. There is plenty of seating outdoors with a fire pit and you’re surrounded by many different plants and flowers that are very well maintained with charming string lights that create a nice ambiance. The cottage was exceptionally clean which is important to us. It is very comfortable. There are TV’s in both bedrooms with Netflix and other streaming apps. It was great to relax in there in the evening. The kitchen is stocked well and we prepared many meals. There is A/C if needed and fans in the bedrooms. Plenty of hot water for showers and a vanity to put your things in. The parking is next to the gate. Martha was very responsive for any need we had. One personal tip: Tre Lune (my favorite restaurant) located in the lower village is the one of the best restaurants in Montecito. Enjoy!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Martha Salas

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Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

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