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Kick Back in an Iconic 1974 Airstream on an Organic Ranch
You can check out the Tiny Home Airbnb Tour of my Airstream by searching “Beautifully Renovated 1974 Airstream.” Condé Nest Traveler Magazine Top 40 AirBnBs in SoCal! Your own private area Start California dreaming in a restored 33-foot Airstream a short drive from Carpinteria. Rincon Point, known as the Queen of the Coast in the surfing world, and Summerland are both a short drive away. No public transportation. Car necessary There will be a welcome manual and various brochures on hand.

Garden Loft Apartment Near Beach (RENO COMPLETE!)
Our NEWLY REMODELED (2021) spacious loft apartment is nestled above the garden, One block from the beach and close to UCSB. Created is a restful, quiet space for you to unwind inside and out. We love all people, but due to the design of the open loft our space is unsafe for kiddos….but not grown ups! Thank you for understanding. Lounge in the GARDEN, run the MORE MESA trail in the morning and walk the BEACH at sunset. Butterflies, honey bees, birds and kitty Beau are waiting to greet you!

Ellwood Beach family home
Next to a natural butterfly preserve. A short walk through the eucalyptus trees brings you to the bluffs overlooking Ellwood Beach and the Pacific Ocean! Feels like a private beach as used almost exclusively by this neighborhood. Doors open to a yard full of plants, birds and the sound of the waterfall in the pond with a newly built Bocci court and outdoor fire-pit terrace. Near by: Beach, mountains, UCSB, 15 min from downtown SB and 1 mile from shopping, groceries, brewery and restaurants.

Family-Ready Home Near UCSB, Beaches & Shopping
Settle into a comfortable, family-ready home designed to make travel easy. Enjoy a spacious layout, a fully stocked kitchen, a fun kids’ bedroom, and a restful Cal-King bed in the primary suite. Thoughtful touches help you pack lighter—we’ve got the basics covered so you can settle in and relax. Centrally located in Goleta near UCSB, SBCC, Santa Barbara Airport, beautiful beaches, shopping, dining, and events at Bacara. The Teal House is an easy home base for exploring the Central Coast.

Private entrance bedroom with private bath & patio
Newly remodeled bedroom (with cal king bed), attached bathroom, patio with private entrance, and self check-in. Across the street there is a nature preserve with a 1.5 mile walking path offering bird watching, Los Carneros Lake, and the historic Stow House. The house is 2-stories with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms above the unit. The bedrooms above are carpeted, and we insulated the ceiling above you in an attempt to mitigate the noise, but the 60 year old floors can squeak.

Cozy Studio w/Private entrance & parking. KING BED
Recently remodeled studio. Studio has private entrance and one private parking space. King size bed makes a great place to relax, only 5 minute drive to UCSB, Cottage Hospital and Goleta pier/beach. We have the fastest WIFI internet available in the area so working from the studio is not a problem. Studio shares a wall with the main house but we are a quiet family so noise should not be an issue. New appliances and smart TV. Water softener and filter system throughout.

Magic Glass House California Nature Preserve
With great intention, creativity & love, a magical 3 acre realm created for those seeking a quiet, sensual, nature connection experience! A unique retreat that is playful, soulful, rustic and epic. Consists of artsy private glass cottage, outside lounge kitchen, redwood outside shower/ bath house, hammock, lounge zones & fresh eggs from the chickens. "Off the grid" of neighborhoods yet minutes to beach, trails, wine tasting & downtown Santa Barbara. Renew, be happy!

Mountain View - Serenity Minutes from Downtown
Amazing view of mountains and undeveloped coastal hills. This quiet studio situated in natural setting, was once the master suite for the original house. It is separated from the house by a breezeway with looked doors at both ends. Unit has private parking and entrance. Floor to ceiling window take advantage of the view, but design of the structure and the landscaping maintain your privacy. Unit has separate kitchen, bathtub, shower, washer and dryer.

Cozy Beach Cottage 7 min walk to the Sea & UCSB!
Take an early morning stroll along the bluffs above the ocean waves in the iconic college beach town of Isla Vista. Our cozy studio retreat is a perfect home base for exploring the beautiful Santa Barbara area beaches, Spanish-style downtown, mountain hiking, and coastal foothills. We are a ten minute walk from Devereux beach, UCSB and its lagoon, and only an 8 minute drive from both the Santa Barbara airport and Goleta Amtrak station.

Canvas under the oaks, your unique getaway
We are located just 15 minutes from Santa Barbara beaches and twenty minutes to wine country towns Los Olivos, Solvang and Ballard. Nestled among the oaks with stunning canyon views, our 14x16 foot canvas tent sits on a 28 foot redwood deck. The porch, cantilevered into the trees is a fantastic place to enjoy your morning yoga or coffee ritual, read a book, or relax with a glass of rosé. NO SMOKING ALOUD / NO ANIMALS

Suite Life by the Sea!
Very clean 1BR (10x10’), 1 small BA, small LR(10x14’) and private patio! 1/2 mi from the bluffs! All essentials: microwave,smartTV, WiFi, minifridge, coffee,snacks. Very comfy beds, even sofabed, safe quiet neighborhood. One cal king bed in br+ sofabed in LR. Peaceful serene patio. Perfect for 2, ok for 3. BA is compact, with shower, toilette, sink sharing same tiled floor, but still well stocked with amenities.

Canyon Escape close to UCSB, the beach & golf.
1 Bedroom plus Loft with 1 king bed and 1 queen bed. Our beach themed unit is the ideal place to access all that the central coast has to offer. Cook a nice dinner in the fully equipped kitchen, sip a glass of wine on your private patio, or watch tv in the comfortable living room. Close to UCSB, Sandpiper Golf Course, the Beach and Bacara Resort and Spa. And get to the wine country in a half hour.
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