Title: The Santa Barbara Whale House 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 # The Santa Barbara Whale House ## Photo gallery for The Santa Barbara Whale House ![Exterior - The Santa Barbara Whale House (Santa Barbara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107060000/107052900/107052832/143a09bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Santa Barbara Whale House (Santa Barbara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107060000/107052900/107052832/08249673.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - The Santa Barbara Whale House (Santa Barbara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107060000/107052900/107052832/d39b63f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Santa Barbara Whale House (Santa Barbara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107060000/107052900/107052832/54feeca3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Santa Barbara Whale House (Santa Barbara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107060000/107052900/107052832/66b837d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Whale House is a unique retreat in the Santa Barbara hills. Unwind with a sauna session and swim laps in the 75 foot indoor/outdoor saltwater pool or stay connected with WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi £2,243 includes taxes & fees 26 Feb - 27 Feb ## 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. ### The Santa Barbara Whale House Come stay at your own personal bathhouse and artist retreat. The Whale House is a psychedelic sculptural home from the 1970s. Inspired by Gaudí, its flowing curves contain a 75 foot saltwater pool, ozonated peroxide hot tub in the bedroom, hand-carved sauna, and outdoor shower. The three rooms sleep up 7 people and feature organic EarthFoam mattresses. A walk away to the Botanic Gardens and a short drive to downtown SB. As seen on HBO's "Zillow Gone Wild", New York Times, Dwell, and The Los Angeles Times. Each bedroom has its own bathroom. The 2nd floor bedroom, with the hot tub, is technically a mezannine as it shares some air with the living room below. The top floor bedroom is completely private. The 3rd bedroom, across the courtyard, has it's own entrance, parking, bathroom, and kitchenette. It features a king size bed, and a single bed in the lofted space. There is also access to the indoor part of the pool. The sauna and the hot tub fit 2-4 people snuggly. The grounds are freshly landscaped with multiple ponds, exotic and native plants, and a staircase lined with passionfruit down to the seasonal creek. A waiver is required before entering. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Indoor pool - Private pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Heated pool ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Biodegradable coffee stirrers available - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic water bottles - Property does not allow children - Recycling - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Similar properties ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996100/996094/9901c55b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach Santa Barbara Beach - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - 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26 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Gather used towels Turn off the lights and lock the doors Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 Cashless transactions are available Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 60 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Property Registration Number 1176 ### Property is also known as 30341 ## About the area Mission Canyon, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Andree Clark Bird Refuge and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, while Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum are cultural highlights. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Botanic Garden are also worth visiting. 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This fountain was built in 1806 by the local Chumash Indians under the guidance of the Franciscans and is older than much of the main building which, most recently, had the two towers rebuilt in 1927 following earthquake damage. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/e25c3afc-2c72-419c-be2d-1a79acadfdfc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mission Santa Barbara 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![ENW1XK View from Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336857/90780389-162c-4ad9-9918-f18b839fdb74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Upper State Street 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Santa Barbara Natural History Museum 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Seven Falls 2 min drive \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Santa Barbara Station 18 min drive - Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) 20 min drive ### Restaurants - Starbucks 4 min drive - Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams 5 min drive - Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch 5 min drive - Presto Pasta 4 min drive - IHOP 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Santa Barbara Whale House have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Santa Barbara Whale House? ### Is The Santa Barbara Whale House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Santa Barbara Whale House? ### What time is check-in at The Santa Barbara Whale House? ### What time is check-out at The Santa Barbara Whale House? ### Where is The Santa Barbara Whale House located? ## Have a question? 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