A list by Eva Schulz & Kim Moore. Updated July 2025.
We have created a list with the best private villas in Santa Barbara, USA. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Right in the heart of Santa Barbara, situated within a short distance of West Beach and Antioch College, Upscale Downtown Home Walk to Beach shops Bars 2 offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a dishwasher and coffee machine. Boasting luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Free private parking is available and the holiday home also features car hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.
The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the inner courtyard views. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
Popular points of interest near the holiday home include Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara City College and Brooks Institute Of Photography. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km from the property.Show full description
In the heart of Santa Barbara, set within a short distance of West Beach and Antioch College, Ruth House Original Craftsman PETS, walk to State st. Offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as an oven and coffee machine. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The property is non-smoking and is located 17 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara.
The holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. Guests can take in the views of the inner courtyard from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities.
For guests with children, the holiday home offers an indoor play area. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Ruth House Original Craftsman PETS, walk to State st., while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara City College and Brooks Institute Of Photography. Santa Barbara Airport is 15 km away.Show full description
Opened May 2022. Set in Santa Barbara in the California region, Santa Barbara Beach Cottage features a terrace. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a balcony. The holiday home also offers facilities for disabled guests.
The 1-bedroom holiday home comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.
East Beach is 200 metres from the holiday home, while University Of California, Santa Barbara is 20 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 18 km from the property.Show full description
Opened February 2024. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, West Beach Villa 1 is situated in Santa Barbara. This villa features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from West Beach.
The spacious villa features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with mountain views. The property has an outdoor dining area.
Popular points of interest near the villa include Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara City College and Antioch College. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km from the property.Show full description
Opened February 2024. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Casa Azzurra is set in Santa Barbara. This holiday home offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from West Beach.
The spacious holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with mountain views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Popular points of interest near the holiday home include Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara City College and Antioch College. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km from the property.Show full description
Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Casa Playa is located in Santa Barbara. This holiday home provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 400 metres from West Beach.
The spacious holiday home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with mountain views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area.
Popular points of interest near the holiday home include Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara City College and Antioch College. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km away.Show full description
Opened December 2024. Situated 9.1 km from Antioch College, Hummingbird Haven by AvantStay Dog-Friendly Near the Beach Huge YardHot Tub features accommodation in Santa Barbara with access to a hot tub. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 10 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara.
With free WiFi, this holiday home provides a TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area.
Amtrack Station Santa Barbara is 9.3 km from the holiday home, while Santa Barbara City College is 10 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 7 km from the property.Show full description
Opened February 2024. Hammonds Beach Haven is located in the Montecito district of Santa Barbara, 24 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, 5.7 km from Westmont College and 6.7 km from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara. This holiday home offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Miramar Beach.
The spacious holiday home is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. The property has an outdoor dining area.
Antioch College is 7 km from the holiday home, while Santa Barbara City College is 8.5 km from the property. Santa Barbara Airport is 22 km away.Show full description
Set in Santa Barbara in the California region, Sunny's Santa Barbara Beach House has a balcony. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a patio. The property features a restaurant with an outdoor dining area.
The spacious holiday home is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.
Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Barbara, like cycling.
East Beach is 200 metres from Sunny's Santa Barbara Beach House, while University Of California, Santa Barbara is 20 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 18 km from the property.Show full description
Opened February 2024. Located in Santa Barbara, 700 metres from One Thousand Steps Beach and 20 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, Little Palm Cottage offers a terrace and air conditioning. This holiday home provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.2 km from Santa Barbara City College.
The spacious holiday home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Amtrack Station Santa Barbara is 3.1 km from the holiday home, while Antioch College is 3.9 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 18 km from the property.Show full description
Opened February 2024. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, West Beach Villa 5 & 6 is set in Santa Barbara. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 400 metres from West Beach.
The spacious holiday home features 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area.
Popular points of interest near the holiday home include Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara City College and Antioch College. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km away.Show full description
Newly opened, May 2025. Located in Santa Barbara, Luxury Home Atop the Hills provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 8.1 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara. The property is non-smoking and is situated 16 km from Antioch College.
The spacious holiday home features a terrace, 1 bedroom, a living room and a well-equipped kitchen. A flat-screen TV is provided. The property offers garden views.
Outdoor play equipment is also available at the holiday home, while guests can also relax in the garden.
Amtrack Station Santa Barbara is 16 km from Luxury Home Atop the Hills, while Santa Barbara City College is 17 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 3 km from the property.Show full description
Featuring a hot tub, Coastal Home Near UCSB & Airport, Hot Tub, King Beds, Fast Wifi, Sleeps 6 is located in Santa Barbara. Set 5 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, the property offers a garden and free private parking. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking holiday home features a hot tub.
The spacious holiday home comes with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.
Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities.
For guests with children, the holiday home provides outdoor play equipment.
Antioch College is 18 km from Coastal Home Near UCSB & Airport, Hot Tub, King Beds, Fast Wifi, Sleeps 6, while Amtrack Station Santa Barbara is 19 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 2 km from the property.Show full description
Set in Santa Barbara in the California region, Colors of the Coast has a patio. Guests can benefit from a balcony and an outdoor fireplace. The property features a restaurant with an outdoor dining area.
The holiday home comes with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.
Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Barbara, like cycling. A children's playground is also available for guests at Colors of the Coast.
One Thousand Steps Beach is 800 metres from the accommodation, while University Of California, Santa Barbara is 20 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 18 km from the property.Show full description
Opened July 2024. Located 18 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, 3.2 km from Santa Barbara City College and 4 km from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, La Mesa House, a large modern home offers accommodation situated in Santa Barbara. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from One Thousand Steps Beach.
The spacious holiday home is composed of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms. A flat-screen TV is offered.
Antioch College is 4.6 km from the holiday home, while Westmont College is 12 km from the property. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km away.Show full description
Opened May 2022. San Miguel is located in the East Beach district of Santa Barbara, 20 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara, 2.3 km from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 3 km from Antioch College. The property is around 4.5 km from Santa Barbara City College, 7 km from Westmont College and 2.7 km from Brooks Institute Of Photography. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from East Beach.
This holiday home has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a microwave and kitchenware, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Barbara, like cycling.
Santa Barbara Museum of Art is 3.6 km from San Miguel, while Granada Theatre is 3.7 km from the property. Santa Barbara Airport is 18 km away.Show full description
Situated in Santa Barbara in the California region, Old Yacht Club Inn features a balcony. Guests can benefit from a terrace and a picnic area. The property is non-smoking and is located 200 metres from East Beach.
The holiday home comes with 5 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 5 bathrooms with a hair dryer and free toiletries. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player, as well as an iPod docking station are provided. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.
University Of California, Santa Barbara is 20 km from Old Yacht Club Inn, while Amtrack Station Santa Barbara is 2.3 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 18 km from the property.Show full description
Located in Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Home with Private Outdoor Pool! provides accommodation with an outdoor pool. The property is around less than 1 km from One Thousand Steps Beach, 18 km from University Of California, Santa Barbara and 3.3 km from Santa Barbara City College. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking holiday home has a hot tub.
The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.
Amtrack Station Santa Barbara is 4.1 km from the holiday home, while Antioch College is 4.7 km away. Santa Barbara Airport is 16 km from the property.Show full description
In the Santa Barbara Downtown district of Santa Barbara, close to Antioch College, Ocean Breeze 3 br Vacation Home has a garden and a washing machine. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The property is 1.2 km from West Beach, and within 1.5 km of the city centre.
The holiday home has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with mountain views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Popular points of interest near the holiday home include Amtrack Station Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara City College and Brooks Institute Of Photography. Santa Barbara Airport is 15 km from the property.Show full description
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