Title: Serene garden setting w/private yard, dog-friendly, hot-tub, 7 min to beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Serene garden setting w/private yard, dog-friendly, hot-tub, 7 min to beach Holiday home in Santa Barbara with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105382700/105382687/864139ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105382700/105382687/2fe37fa3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105382700/105382687/dee077fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105382700/105382687/10f97829.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105382700/105382687/81ddb5f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location This charming retreat, located in a quiet neighborhood, offers the perfect blend of boho chic and comfort. With its private fenced-in yard and large outdoor space on nearly 1/4 acre lot, you'll have ample room to relax or play with your furry friend. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Parking available - Fireplace - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Serene garden setting w/private yard, dog-friendly, hot-tub, 7 min to beach This boho inspired home is located in a quiet neighborhood with a private, fenced in yard and a salt water hot tub. The home is dog friendly with nearly 1/4 acre lot, large yard and outdoor space. Just minutes from everything. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Step to reach entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Birdwatching nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Unit size: 1,800 square feet - Water dispenser usage encouraged - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44360000/44354400/44354309/cc178cd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marina Beach Motel Santa Barbara Beach - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 1,010 reviews £145 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=44354309&PinnedHotelID=44354309&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92080000/92071100/92071008/e3349d7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil Goleta 3/2 Home, Pool & Spa, WIFI, near Beaches, Golf, UCSB, Fun/Relax! 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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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=34.457764,-119.793304&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:c%7CiqEbcdzU%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FS%40Q%40S%3FQBQ%40S%40Q%40QBSBQBSBQ%40QDQBQDQBQDQDQDODSDOFODQFODQFOFOHQFMFQHMFOHOFMHOHMJMHMHMHMJMHMJMJKJKJKJKJKJKJKLIJILKLIJILILGLILIJENILGLGLENELGLENELENELCNCNELCNALENANCNANALANAN%3FN%3FN%3FNAN%40L%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40NBN%40NDL%40NBLDNBNBLDNDLDLDNFLDLDLFNFLHLDLHLHJFLHLHLHJJLHJHJJLJJJHJLJJJHJJLHLJLJLHLHLHLHLHNHLFNHNFLHPFLFPFNFNDPFNFPDNFNDRDNBPDPDPBPDPBPBPBPBRBP%40R%40PBP%40R%40P%40P%40R%3FP%40R%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FRAR%3FPARAPAPARCPAPARCPCPCRCPCPEPCPEPEPCPENEPGPENGPGNENGPGNGPGLIPGLINGLININILILILILKLKLILKJILKJMJIJKJMJKHKJMHKHMJMFMJKFMHMFMFMHOFMDMFMDODMFMDOBMFOBOBMBODM%40ODO%40OBM%3FOBO%40O%3FO%40O%3FM%3FO%40OAO%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAOCO%3FOCOAMEOAMEOCOCMCOGMCOEMGMEOEMGMEMGOIKGMGMIMGMIKIMKMIKIMKKIKKKKKKKKKKKMKKIMKMIMIMIMKMIMIOGOIMGOIMGQGMIQGOGQEOGOEQGOEQEQEOEQEQCQEQCQEQAQCSCQCQCSAQAQASCQ%3FQASAQ%3FSAS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BXtPicrzEseETTQu2QAQP0snaPU=) Santa Barbara, CA #### What's nearby - Upper State Street - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles - Mission Santa Barbara - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles - Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles - West Beach - 11 min drive - 8.6 miles - Santa Barbara Bowl - 14 min drive - 8.4 miles #### Getting around - UC Santa Barbara Station - 12 min drive - Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive - ‪Kin Bakeshop - ‬3 min drive - ‪Lighthouse Coffee - ‬3 min drive - ‪Shalhoob’s Magnolia - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Serene garden setting w/private yard, dog-friendly, hot-tub, 7 min to beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Serene garden setting w/private yard, dog-friendly, hot-tub, 7 min to beach? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Serene garden setting w/private yard, dog-friendly, hot-tub, 7 min to beach? > Checkout is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Serene garden setting w/private yard, dog-friendly, hot-tub, 7 min to beach located? > Situated in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Barbara County Public Health SB Health Care Center, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens. More Mesa and Upper State Street are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Serene garden setting w/private yard, dog-friendly, hot-tub, 7 min to beach Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerstin L. 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy House was beautiful and well maintained. We enjoyed staying there. ##### Kerstin L. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron O. 5 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Peaceful and Convenient Getaway Close to Nature and Attractions My wife and I recently stayed at this serene garden home in Santa Barbara over the Labor Day weekend, and it exceeded our expectations in every way. The location is perfect, offering both tranquility and proximity to the beach and local attractions. Being only 3 minutes from the beach and surrounded by a lush garden made for an ideal escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. The property itself is spacious, with a beautifully maintained private yard that provides a sense of seclusion. We especially loved the hot tub after a day of exploring nearby Goleta Beach and the Mission Santa Barbara. The yard is also fenced, which made it feel even more private, and as dog owners, we appreciated the pet-friendly nature of the property. Inside, the home is well-equipped with everything you might need. The kitchen had all the amenities, making it easy for us to cook meals when we wanted. The free Wi-Fi was fast and reliable, which is always a plus, especially when you’re looking to stay connected. The house has two comfortable bedrooms, perfect for small groups or families. Both bathrooms were clean and stocked with essentials, making our stay that much more comfortable. We also appreciated how close the home was to local restaurants and conveniences. If you’re looking for a peaceful and well-located property in Santa Barbara with easy access to nature, beaches, and local attractions, this is the place to stay. We’ll definitely be back for another relaxing weekend soon! ##### Aaron O. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gretchen M. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Santa Barbara sanctuary We enjoyed this beautiful home up near Goleta. The location was off the beaten track, so time in the beautiful backyard was very relaxing & pet friendly, so our dog enjoyed the space as well. The kitchen had everything needed for cooking & was easy to work in. Beds were comfortable & the spa was very private & relaxing! ##### Gretchen M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian B. 5 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and wonderful and clean home We had an amazing vacation staying at this home. The host was amazing and very attentive to anything we needed. Home was clean and in a great neighborhood. We will definitely be coming back and staying here in the future. I would highly recommend this place especially if you have dogs, they have a cute backyard for the dogs to run around and an awesome hot tub. ##### Ian B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024