Montecito Hideaway

We stayed here with our 4-year-old son recently. We found a nice basket of snacks and a bottle of wine on the table when we arrived. We were happy to find the home was very clean and as described, with a graciously-furnished kitchen. Everything we needed --- from good quality glasses, dishes, and silverware to wine glasses, cooking utensils and mixing bowls -- was available. I even found birthday candles in the "everything" drawer. Stainless appliances were newer and in good condition. Bathrooms were also well-appointed with good quality towels, soap and shampoo. The bedrooms were attractive with nice linens as well. My son loved the puppy mural in the kids room, and he found several age-appropriate games in the closets. (We could have left ours at home.) He also enjoyed learning ping pong at the table in the garage. The house was a comfortable size with a large round dining table for family meals. Out back and down the driveway was a nice grassy area. The beach was a truly short walk away: down Butterfly, across the street to the passage under the freeway and you're on the small stretch of neighborhood leading to the shore. We also enjoyed biking just up the road at the bird refuge. I think what we liked most was that the home was surrounded by trees and plant life from nearly every window and door. It made for a lovely view from the living and dining areas, and especially on the back deck where there was a table with umbrella. We were also happy to find a good working internet connection and printer, which helped us buy some advance tickets for attractions.We appreciated the books featuring local restaurants, attractions, and points of interest -- a very nice touch. The owner was very easy to communicate with, and her attention to detail was refreshing. We truly enjoyed our stay. Thanks! Laura A.

Stayed: June 2013

My husband and I spent a fun week here with our adult daughter over the Thanksgiving holiday. The entire house is newly renovated, sunny, and sparkling clean, with a beautiful, well-supplied kitchen and cute "beachy" living room with big comfy sofas. We spent hours just hanging out in the living room and wandering out to sit on the sunny deck overlooking the trees. The layout was perfect for us, with the bedrooms on opposite sides of the house, each with its own large bathroom, affording everyone plenty of space and privacy. The beds are luxurious and comfortable, and there is also a charming child's bedroom which we didn't use. We especially loved the location. The house is in a nice neighborhood just off Coast Village Road, which is the very pretty main street of Montecito. We walked to Butterfly Beach (the most beautiful in Santa Barbara), to the grocery store, Starbucks, and all sorts of good restaurants. The property exceeded our expectations in every way. We felt it was a great bargain and recommend it without qualification. Kathryn, San Francisco

Stayed: November 2012

Description of this 3 Bedroom Villa in Montecito

Beautiful Cottage in Montecito Lower Village

Beautiful Cottage in Montecito Lower Village

3 Bed/2 bath in Montecito

Loved every minute of our stay in this sparkling, super comfortable home; outstanding location!