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NEW! Designer Beach House, West Mesa Beach Area

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Outdoor dining
Back Yard
Terrace/patio
Dining
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4134.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

NEW! Designer Beach House, West Mesa Beach Area

2 minute walk to the stairway to heaven....The Mesa Lane steps. This completely renovated beach home sits above Mesa Lane Beach, well known for its surf, diving and whale watching. Remodeled in 2014 , the home invites you to the outdoors from every room. This property has beautiful touches including an organic vegetable garden, citrus trees, outdoor fire pit and jacuzzi spa. The outdoor patios include several outdoor rooms and invite you to enjoy dinner al fresco anytime of year. The kitchen is built for a chef. This is a home for the discerning renter. Please note Bed Tax of 12% applied only to stays less than 30 days

Property manager

Kathryn McCormack
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Not suitable for young children
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Events

No events allowed
Small dinner party of 6 people maximum
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Small well trained dog with approval.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This house may not be sublet to other people.
Confirmation email or phone call to confirm understanding of house rules
Use of cleanings service once a week to be paid directly by renter to cleaning service at a rate of $120.00

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
Note from host: small dinner party of 6 people maximum
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 The Mesa, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf are worth checking out. Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Earl Warren Showgrounds are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Arroyo Burro Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Super Cucas Meat Mar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Boathouse at Hendry's Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shoreline Beach Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW! Designer Beach House, West Mesa Beach Area pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at NEW! Designer Beach House, West Mesa Beach Area ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW! Designer Beach House, West Mesa Beach Area ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NEW! Designer Beach House, West Mesa Beach Area located?

Located in The Mesa, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Elings Park, Arroyo Burro Beach and 1000 Steps Beach. Shoreline Park and Santa Barbara City College are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

julie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
One of a kind, wonderful
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
I’ve enjoyed the mesa for years. Kathryn’s home is relaxed and peaceful. Birds chirping in the morning and an easy stroll in the evening to the Douglas Family Preserve. The home is well stocked and well kept. Master bed is very comfortable. Hot tub is a huge plus! I’m excited for my next visit.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl & Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in West Mesa
Super home, beautifully designed and furnished. The backyard is a wonderful retreat and includes a hot tub, and outdoor shower. The location couldn’t be better: close to both the Mesa Lane steps and the Douglas Preserve, and 10 - 15 minutes to downtown, Montecito and Ellwood. Already looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl & Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Santa Barbara Stay
Great house in a great neighborhood! Very well located and beautifully decorated. Our 2nd stay and we hope to return!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oasis
Our stay was wonderful...we are already thinking about returning next year. The property and proximity to the beach, reserve and local amenities were ideal.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blissful Stay in Santa Barbara
This is a beautiful property with a great location close to the beach and fantastic restaurants. The kitchen is fantastic for anyone who enjoys cooking and the backyard is a great place to chill with a glass of wine. A fantastic place to stay in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday vacation
Our host offered A+ service with kindness. The kitchen is more than well stocked with all high end items. The setting is comfortable and relaxing, very well maintained. Kathryn was available to take care of any issue should something come up. Highly recommend, will stay again for that short walk to the ocean!
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and fantastic location!
Had a two week stay and the home was perfect. The home was quiet, clean, and had updated decor. The outside area was beautiful and relaxing with the sounds of the water fountain. The house had great spaces to allow me to work remotely in the office or find a quiet space to read. The neighborhood is very friendly and the location was exceptional. Just a couple blocks away from the Douglas Preserve with soaring views of the coast, the intoxicating smell of eucalyptus, and an off leash dog park for us dog lovers. The home is less than a block from the Mesa Steps to the beach and close to grocery stores, drug stores, and both chain and local restaurants. Thank you. Kathrine, for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home & great location
This was our second stay here. It truly felt like home with all the fine touches including designer bedding, linens, toiletries and fully stocked kitchen. The backyard was an oasis with spa, water feature, fruit trees, and lush landscaping. A gardener, spa serviceman, and house cleaner assures everything is kept up during our stay. The host was super responsive and went over and above to make sure our stay was just right. We can't wait until we go back again!
Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

MacKenzie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Gem
Thank you Kathryn. You have created a beautiful home. Tasteful furnishings and layout. The outdoor vinyettes were wonderful depending on if you wanted sun, shade or both! The kitchen is top of the line. The location is ideal to walk to the Mesa steps, Douglas Preserve or the business district for groceries, coffee shops and restaurants. I had a wonderful month.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

JeanneMarie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Great house and location, easy access to the beach off Mesa steps and a quick drive or walk to Arroyo beach. Nice office to work from, great art-- Not a big deal but be helpful if.... Living room TV had the option to activate Apps for a movie, couch is real low to the ground - truly though it is a great house in a lovely location.
Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay
The home is a beautiful oasis, the grounds are private which enables you to have the doors open and enjoy the fresh air with a ton of privacy. The location is second to none if you have a dog, the beach access as well as Douglas park make walks a joy. The home is beautiful and perfect for remote work or just relaxing. We were there during some pretty bad weather but it didn't matter because the house was very comfortable when we couldn't get out. I absolutely loved this house and location. Kathy was also very responsive to any questions or concerns we had.
Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Kathy could not have been more helpful during We loved our stay at this property in early March. Sadly we had to cut our visit short due to the coronavirus and she was most understanding. She was available for questions whenever we needed her. We hope to return to this property which was perfect for us.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
The house was perfect for a longer stay in Santa Barbara. Great location in quiet neighborhood right by the stairs down to the beach. Very long walks on the beach possible at low tide. The 243 steps will keep you in shape! The Wi-Fi is great and two desks for a couple working from home. The A/C was very handy on the few warm days. The house is a great design. We enjoyed all the outdoor living space as well. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 36 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property & Location
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our month-long stay at Katherine’s West Mesa home. The home was very well designed and well appointed. All of the interior space was maximized; and, double doors across the front and back of the house allowed us to enjoy true indoor-outdoor living. The ceilings were tall and furnishings were fashionable and comfortable. Katherine has truly maximized the design of her home. The house was outfitted with all of the appliances, dishes, cooking utensils, soap, paper towels, and essentials that a traveler could need. The privacy fences allowed us to enjoy both the front and back yard - the fountains, the fire pit, the dining areas and lounging areas. In addition to the excellent lay out, decor and comfort of the house, the location was wonderful. It was mere steps from the access to Mesa Lane Beach. Heading toward downtown from the house, a pedestrian walkway connected with Shoreline Drive and the pedestrian walkway through Shoreline Park and past Stearn’s Wharf. Walking north there were numerous walking paths through the Douglas Family Preserve, the Arroyo Open Space and Park and through and around Elings Park. It was a perfect location for walking or jogging exercise opportunities. We were well satisfied with our stay in Katherine’s home and look forward to returning to enjoy the home, location and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Place
This house was the perfect place for our 2 month post surgery stay in Santa Barbara. Comfortable, peaceful, relaxing. 2 spacious en-suite bedrooms and a wonderful outdoor shower. Love the open floor plan. Opening the doors every morning and being able to sit outside no matter the weather or time of day, really made the place special. It is so close to everything. Walking distance to the Mesa steps and the beach, Douglas Preserve, markets, restaurants, and pharmacies. Would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 48 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S., usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place
We've stayed here twice and both times have been perfect. The house is great, but the outdoor space is our favorite. A very private beautiful yard with a spa, outdoor shower and firepit. We barely use our car here as it is an easy walk to the beach, Elings dog park, the grocery store and a few great resturants. This place is awesome!
Stayed 111 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ross D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Cooper
This was our fourth time to stay at Cooper Road. Kathy continues to make upgrades and purchases to make the stay more comfortable and enjoyable. The home is located in a quieter part of the Mesa and the garden affords complete privacy yet there’s ample shopping, restaurants and beach access nearby We’ve created nice memories here.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

William T., Scottsdale AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderland
This home has a warm, organic, classy feel to it. Everything thing you need to cook, be comfortable and enjoy your time away from home is here. The Master Bedroom bed is so comfortable, with fabulous pillows and high quality bedding. Location is close to every where you might need to go in SB, or you can just stay home and cook in this fabulous gourmet kitchen that has “everything” you might need. Loved every minute and hated to leave.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S., usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
We have been renting in Santa Barbara for years, this place is the best. The outdoor living space is over the top. Very private, quiet, awsome fire bowl, great outdoor shower, comfortable furniture and beautiful landscape. The house is lovely, very clean and comfortable. We barely used our car as you can easily walk to the beach, grocery store a few resturants and Elings Park. Kathryn was very nice and easy to work with. Nothing but great things to say about this place.
Stayed 105 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan M., San Diego, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil Santa Barbara
We decamped to Santa Barbra while we continue to work from home and this lovely property checked all our boxes- office space, quiet and peaceful surroundings, big kitchen and outdoor space. After a long day of working, a quick walk to the beach followed by a night in the backyard around the fire pit was the perfect way to unwind. As we packed up to leave, we were already thinking of our next trip to this lovely home. The host was communicative and informative and it was a pleasure booking with her.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ross D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another relaxing stay
We enjoyed our stay in February 2020 so much, that we rented the property again during July and August. It was well worth the effort to drive from Texas. Safety was one of our 'must haves' in choosing a location and Cooper Road fit the bill. The vast majority of locals wore masks and the property is ideal for avoiding crowds, being located in a quiet neighborhood. We made more use of the outdoor space this time and ate outside every night of our stay. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Special house, great location, well-equipped, and hope to visit again.
Stayed 26 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
This place was exactly as described, but also exceeded our expectations. We were forced out of our home for 2 weeks during quarantine to fix a roof that had collapsed and found this little gem. This was the perfect place to be quarantined. The backyard is beautiful and has everything you need. Enough grass and concrete space to lie out or do a small work out, wonderful garden and citrus trees, and who doesn't love a hot tub and fire pit. The kitchen was fantastic and well stocked. The master bed was super comfy as well, which isn't always the case, and both TVs were huge. Loved that all the doors on both sides of the house could be left open to let a nice breeze through and keep the house cool. Also loved the washer and dryer, and the 2 desks came in handy since we were working from home. Didn't go to the beach during our stay, but we've been there plenty of times (we live in Santa Barbara) and it's super close and easy to get to. Kathy was great to work with and available for any problems or questions. My only complaint is that we couldn't stay there permanently and had to leave. 100% would stay there again and 100% would recommend to a friend. Also, forgot the place is dog friendly for all you pet owners!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ross D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Mesa Stay.
As noted by prior guests the property is top notch. Beautifully designed and appointed. Although we were a single couple, the house could comfortably handle two couples and provide space and privacy for all. The garden is large and lies in an east to west direction which makes for great sunsets; especially enjoyable when viewed from the hot tub. The location is ideal for walking to the beach, Douglas Preserve or the nearby local beach restaurant. The neighborhood is quiet and the locals I spoke with were pleasant and friendly. Kathy was a good host and was responsive to the questions we had. Last but not least .. the bed was comfortable, which was important to us given we stayed for the month. Two Thumbs Up!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn McCormack

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So excited to share my home with you. I'm an interior designer by trade and have had the most incredible time creating this oasis.

Why they chose this property

I love the Mesa. I had zoned in on this area and kept searching until I found the perfect spot. It is close to all the fun in Santa Barbara, the harbor, funk zone and down town. Yet it has the most wonderful beach that feels like it's you and nature . It is quiet and has so much open space just a short walk away. You can ride bikes to a gourmet market and restaurants. It is a hidden gem in Santa Barbara.

What makes this property unique

A quiet spot with such easy access to the ocean and open spaces.
The most beautiful sunsets and ocean breezes.
The house flows from indoors to outdoors with complete privacy.
All of this and still just a short drive or bike ride to all of the fun that the city of Santa Barbara has to offer and beautiful uncrowded open space.

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