Title: Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown Holiday home in Santa Barbara with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown ![Exterior - Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown (Santa Barbara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32480000/32474500/32474470/ae3a4234.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown (Santa Barbara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32480000/32474500/32474470/be666251.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown (Santa Barbara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32480000/32474500/32474470/5e7faab0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach towels - Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown (Santa Barbara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32480000/32474500/32474470/b15f1c3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown (Santa Barbara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32480000/32474500/32474470/3b9137be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown (Owners occupy upstairs unit with private exterior entrance. No shared space.. ) If you’re looking to get away to a quiet, peaceful comfortable place to-- relax, “work from home” or explore our beautiful City and surrounding areas, come to Santa Barbara and stay with us for awhile. About 10 minutes from SB Cottage hospital or Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, Nature’s Retreat is also an ideal and comfortable place to stay while recuperating from surgery. With high speed WiFi, a great fully equipped kitchen, and lots of outdoor surrounding space for walks, hikes, and the beach, Nature’s Retreat offers you a great “home away from home.” Bring your bikes- a wonderful bike path is just down the street. Whether you’re planning to cook or take advantage of all the restaurants providing takeout, or the many food delivery services available, all are at your fingertips. Restaurants are open for indoor and outdoor dining. Upon your arrival you’ll find the home thoroughly cleaned and disinfected to the best of our ability, using cleaning methods recommended by the CDC. You can be assured that all remotes, light switches, cabinet knobs and pulls and door knobs are disinfected also. Private, secluded, and "Romantic", this beautiful and spacious home is near More Mesa, "one of the most outstanding scenic and environmentally sensitive pieces of undeveloped open space remaining on the Coast of Southern California." As a bird refuge (128 species) and natural animal habitat, you may see everything from Red-tailed Hawks, Squirrels, Rabbits, Raccoons, Opossum and Skunk, to Coyote, Fox and sometimes even Bobcats. We also have chickens, and when the hens are laying can offer you some fresh eggs. No rooster. The retreat is walking distance to one of Santa Barbara s most beautiful beaches. (Due to it s seclusion it has a reputation as a "clothing-optional" beach.) This beautifully decorated approximately 2500 sq. foot home with vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans and lots of windows, has an "open" floor plan with living room, dining room and kitchen area sharing one large space. All this looks out on a lovely stone terrace that features a magnificent very old oak tree, and beautiful views of nature just out the back door. A great setting for outdoor dining or just relaxing. The living room has the feel of a European "Country House", with the casual elegance of comfortable sofas and chairs around a fireplace that features an architectural antique carved wood mantel. There are touches of individually picked Architectural antique carved pieces throughout the home, including the soaring antique columns with stone bases from India that support the main arch to the dining area. The dining table seats 6 but can expand with table "leaves." There is a large bookcase/ entertainment center with 52" flatscreen TV and Blu Ray player. The home is equipped with Cox high speed Panoramic WIFI. We have one network for range and one for speed. There is a fully equipped kitchen with center island, Dacor stovetop and Bar seating for 5, Dacor double ovens, a Miele dishwasher, and a Wine Fridge. There is also a comfortable loveseat facing the kitchen. All bedrooms feature luxury all cotton sheets, down comforters and down pillows. We have alternative down options for the master suite. The romantic Master suite features a California King Aireloom pillow top bed, beautiful custom fabrics, a fireplace that is open to the bedroom and bathroom, and a walk- in closet. It has a garden view with fountain and often hummingbirds, doves, gold finches, and many other types of birds visit there. The bathroom features honed travertine floors and countertop with custom tile trim and double sinks. There is a separate private area for shower and toilet. The second bedroom has a queen size Aireloom bed, designer fabrics, a view of beautiful nature with a French door out to the back deck. The charming third bedroom is very cozy, and features a Pine Sleigh bed with full size mattress, and custom fabrics. The second bathroom has a single sink and vanity and a tub- shower combo and toilet. The owners occupy the upstairs unit with exterior private entrance. There is NO SHARED SPACE. The main floor and exterior area are yours and your privacy and ours, is assured. Near miles of trails on More Mesa----- the area is a Bird-Watchers delight. The University (UCSB) to the West and Downtown Santa Barbara to the South are just 10 minutes away. Easy access to biking and hiking. A bike path that will take you both West and South is close by Whether you re interested in a vacation rental or possibly a longer stay-a month to month rental is also available-Please contact the owners. This is an ideal place for vacationers, writers, patients recovering from surgery in the Santa Barbara area, corporate lodging, visiting Doctors or faculty, or someone who is remodeling or building a home in the Santa Barbara area and needs a comfortable place to stay during construction. If you re looking for peace and quiet in a country setting but want to be close to downtown Santa Barbara, or UCSB, the Retreat is the perfect place for you. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Absolutely no smoking anywhere on the premises ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55440000/55430400/55430344/56a4c0c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Styled Montecito Cottage in Quiet Neighborhood Montecito - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 164 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=55430344&PinnedHotelID=55430344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110850000/110846500/110846407/b72d1cd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hummingbird Haven by Avantstay Dog-friendly, Near the Beach, Huge Yard+hot Tub Santa Barbara - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=110846407&PinnedHotelID=110846407&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104850000/104847200/104847132/a31c7456.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Summerland Home w/ Beach Supplies: Walk to Beach! 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Take out any recycles and dispose of items in blue recycle cans, throw empty plastic bag in beige trash can. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No loud music or TV after 10pm. Pls be respectful Guests must do their own dishes and empty trash and recycles If any furniture is moved-interior or exterior-please return to original location. Same applies to flashlights. Please don’t remove velvet hangers ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Please discuss with owner ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Absolutely no smoking anywhere on the premises ## 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 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 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Beautiful Peaceful Romantic 10 min Downtown Santa Barbara House Beautiful Peaceful Romantic 10 min House Beautiful Peaceful Romantic 10 min Downtown Santa Barbara Beautiful Peaceful Romantic 10 min Beautiful Peaceful Romantic 10 min Downtown Santa Barbara House Beautiful Peaceful Romantic 10 min House Beautiful Peaceful Romantic 10 min Downtown Santa Barbara Natures Retreat Beautiful peaceful romantic 10 min House Natures Retreat Beautiful Peaceful Romantic 10 min House Natures Retreat Beautiful peaceful romantic 10 min Beautiful Peaceful Romantic! 10 min From Downtown Santa Barbara Natures Retreat Beautiful Peaceful Romantic 10 min Beautiful Peaceful Romantic! 10 min From Downtown Santa Barbara Beautiful Peaceful Romantic! 10 min From Downtown Santa Barbara ## About the area Located in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Earl Warren Showgrounds and Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Upper State Street and La Cumbre Plaza. Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and South Coast Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding. [Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) [View more Holiday homes in Santa Barbara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Private-Holiday-Homes.d602277-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.42638%2C-119.79458&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9MevrInl8UlzQvPGHpMUfjf7EYo=) Santa Barbara, CA ### What's nearby - ![Panoramic View of More Mesa Beach, Goleta, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976474978/06f4f302-7072-498d-9d9b-4210ee5f8bd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) More Mesa 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraBowl_6065951_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065951/1c4c223f-48da-46c6-aaa5-f4448e7438f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Santa Barbara Bowl 15 min drive \- 7.6 miles - More Mesa Beach 20 min walk \- 1.1 miles - Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital 5 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Santa Barbara Orchid Estate 6 min drive \- 1.9 miles ### Getting around - UC Santa Barbara Station 17 min drive - Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) 10 min drive ### Restaurants - In-N-Out Burger 6 min drive - Starbucks 5 min drive - Kin Bakeshop 5 min drive - Lighthouse Coffee 4 min drive - Shalhoob’s Magnolia 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown? ### What time is check-in at Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown? ### What time is check-out at Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown? ### Where is Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful Peaceful Home away from Home Surrounded by Nature 10 mins to downtown Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 100 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary P. 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely setting and quiet. Plenty of room for gatherings. ##### Mary P. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah O. 22 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house! We loved our stay. The house was big, clean and beautiful. Loved the yard. ##### Deborah O. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rose O. 6 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Cathy's home was the perfect place for my family to stay during preparations for our son's wedding. It was beautifully relaxing at the end of several wonderful but exhausting days. Cathy was a gracious and responsive host who happily shared her family history when we asked about the photos on her wall. ![Beautiful side-yard](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7d325cbe-95cf-44f8-8f0e-be1ee1688fdd-1746516964248.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Family History Shared](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/27052d3a-fc17-4096-bfb4-d036fd3b89a9-1746516959250.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Backyard Honey Tree](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f5bfaa4d-e81d-4c4c-a2f6-265facfafb7d-1746516964155.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rose O. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeannie M. 11 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country home Very lovely home, well stocked and comfortable. Quiet and secluded but still close enough to every thing we wanted to do. ##### Jeannie M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lyn K. 25 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Garden Setting This home is in a lovely, quiet garden setting. We were five adults and one infant and there was plenty of room for all of us. The home was quite clean and comfortable, and while the owners live upstairs we rarely heard any sounds at all from their quarters. The location was close to town and grocery and other stores were close by. There are several easy walks nearby to a bike path or towards the bluffs overlooking the ocean. A very nice location for a visit to Santa Barbara. ##### Lyn K. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris J. 15 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### GREAT PROPERTY The house was beautiful the grounds immaculate. The owner was very hospitable and more than helpful. I would recommend this place to anyone. I cannot wait to return!!!! Book it you won’t be sorry. ##### Chris J. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah A. 19 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay for a Graduation celebration! We were thrilled to stay here when we came to Santa Barbara for a UCSB graduation. We celebrated with the family in the lovely backyard, enjoyed the quiet location, and found it convenient to everything. The house is amazing and filled with history. The hostess went out of her way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. My children told me the beds were the best they'd ever slept in. It was a perfect choice for our trip. Thank you Cathy!! ##### Deborah A. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eileen U. 30 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home and garden The kitchen was the perfect gathering place during our stay in Cathy and Jim’s beautiful home. The kitchen was outfitted with every pot, pan and dish we needed for home cooked meals. We all enjoyed spending time outside in the beautiful and scenic backyard. Cathy welcomed us with open arms and was available for questions throughout our stay. We would definitely stay here again if we return to SB. ##### Eileen U. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark B., Minneapolis, MN, USA 31 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing... A beautiful home nestled into the countryside, yet close to downtown Santa Barbara. The house is impeccably decorated, inviting, and comfortable. Cathy and Jim are fantastic hosts and available for any need. Pictures do not do the patio and property justice, the peacefulness of having coffee in the morning while listening to all the birds is not to be missed. We will definitely stay here again! ##### Mark B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### gail s., small town, new mexico, usa 30 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and comfortable home The house was lovely, and pretty perfect in every way. The kitchen was well equipped and the bedding was first rate. We enjoyed knowing about Cathy's musical career. There are three main seating areas inside and we used them all. We proudly hosted a few people that we were in town to see,, and they were very impressed — and comfortable. ##### gail s. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy C. 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic home in Santa Barbara Nature's retreat is a lovely property. The grounds are amazing and the view of the mesa is so nice! Cathy is a great hostess and makes sure all the details are taken care of. We loved sitting on the side patio by the fountain watching the birds and on the main patio enjoying a glass of wine. The location is fantastic as it is midway between UCSB and downtown. There is a close grocery store and you can actually walk to a beach overlook from the house. The kitchen is well stocked and the home is very comfortable. We highly recommend and will stay here again! ##### Tracy C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lyn E. 6 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful family home The owner Cathy is very detail oriented which was very helpful- all directions for operation of appliances, TV, lights and so on were there and labeled, a booklet of recommendations for restaurants and other info was made up and if we had any questions she was just a text away. The home has the most complete kitchen and equipment in a rental that I have ever seen and her books were great for the rainy weather periods. We loved walking out the door and down a short street to the trail across the mesa to the beach, but driving to attractions was easy also. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Very quiet and relaxing stay! ##### Lyn E. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan C. 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great site, great value! We had everything we needed at the property. It was a great base of operations for a 50th and 75th birthday celebration. Cathy welcomed us, showed us around, and was flexible on small details that made a big difference. There is a great supermarket nearby for essentials, and you can drive anywhere pretty quickly. We loved just sitting on the large patio and deck and enjoing the environment and each other. Thanks! ##### Jonathan C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan G. 4 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Santa Barbara Sojourn The house was very comfortable with beautiful interior decor and very comfortable furniture and beds. The kitchen was well equipped and stocked with the necessary basics (re: cooking oil, spices). Wall-enclosed front grounds demonstrated excellent landscaping with fruit-bearing lemon and apple trees. The back patio was spacious, featuring a large interesting oak tree and a path leading to the beach. The neighborhood was quiet and safe. We really didn't want to leave. ##### Joan G. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom B. 7 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Old Spanish Days We came to Santa Barbara for Old Spanish Days. Cathy our host was great at communicating the check in process with a thorough email. Upon arriving she showed me everything we needed to know about the house and gave me the tour. The house was a perfect fit for our family. Beautiful house, and a very safe on a private road. I would highly recommend Cathy’s house! ##### Tom B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason M. 11 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Lovely, Pastoral Getaway Our stay at this beautiful rental in Goleta was nothing short of delightful. The spacious three-bedroom house is set in a serene, rustic pastoral landscape, offering a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle.Inside, the home is a treasure trove of charm and character, with ornate decor, fascinating art pieces, and family photos that add a warm, personal touch. The large kitchen, seamlessly opening into the family sitting area and dining room, made for a wonderful space to gather, cook, and enjoy meals together.Every detail of the home reflects care and thoughtfulness, making it a comfortable and inviting retreat. We truly appreciated the unique ambiance and welcoming atmosphere. My friends and I truly enjoyed our time at Cathy and Jim's home. We highly recommended their place for anyone looking for a peaceful and inspiring getaway! ##### Jason M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michele S. 9 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family get together Nice property with large rooms and a huge kitchen. Everything you need is provided to have a comfortable stay. The beds are all very comfortable. We couldn't spend much time outside because of the pineapple express hitting the area. Kind of put a damper on things. It rained more than I have ever seen in California. They provide many options to keep you occupied Puzzles, books, games. Enjoyed our stay in spite of the rain. ##### Michele S. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### BEAUTIFUL outdoors, good people. We are a film crew staying in SB, so had three guys staying here - we were looking for a place to shoot an interview and double as accommodations, and Cathy was willing to work with us! She communicated all of her concerns and requests clearly, and nothing was unreasonable - total sport for being willing to take a chance on us. I told her immediately of our intention to shoot and she and Jim decided to get on board and give us a shot. Cathy dropped by the set and was lovely. The guys enjoyed their stay and the house is comfortable and beautiful. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Christine J. 28 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secret Garden The home is large and nicely appointed and decorated in a rustic Tuscan style. Comfortable beds and amenities. Sits behind the bluffs. Very quiet. Lovely gardens and outdoor sitting spaces. We were not fully aware the property is occupied full time by the owners who live upstairs. Parking is very limited. Sadly, there quite a few spiders, indoors and out, while we were there. And you do get the noise of planes landing at Santa Barbara Airport. A distance from restaurants and resources. ##### Christine J. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverly D. 5 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Christmas Holiday In Santa Barbara Six of us stayed at Cathy & Jim's home, beginning on Christmas afternoon thru the next 4 days. Communications were all timely & helpful - and the house was spectacular (quiet setting, very cozy, well stocked kitchen) and great place for lounging, running paths nearly with walk to cliffs along the beach, and easy access to Santa Barbara. There was a huge storm the day before we arrived that knocked out power - so Cathy was busy restoring internet service for a few days after arrival - all resolved and host was very attentive. We brought along Christmas dinner supplies and were delighted to find the wonderful kitchen with every imaginable pan, dish, cooking supply. We also made use of the twin blow up bed, which was perfect. The house is on a dead end street so the driveway/road was helpful for games of catch with my 6 year old grandson. The house was better in person than the photos - filled with comfy chairs, couches, reading books, music, and all nice amenities in the bathrooms. We loved our stay and would return again! ##### Beverly D. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia J. 17 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A beautiful place in a beautiful location. Loved all the birds. We had a great experience. ##### Patricia J. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### laurel r. 29 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home The property was beautiful and the owners were very hospitable. We highly enjoyed our stay! ##### laurel r. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew V. 14 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil Stay Tranquil stay in a peaceful setting. Cathy and Jim have a lovely house in a beautiful environment. We had a peaceful time staying with them. ##### Andrew V. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mindy b. 1 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place to getaway! We had a great time in this beautiful home thanks to Cathy & Jim! The house was clean and beautiful, but also in the perfect location to take a walk to the awesome private beach If we ever are back in the Central Coast, this will be our place to stay. ##### mindy b. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David D. 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Santa Barbara break We took a break from our driving to stay a while in a very nice house in a beautiful natural setting. The house had everything, and the hostess was warm and welcoming. An excellent visit overall. ##### David D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ---