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Casa del Sol - Historic Santa Barbara Adobe

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Outdoor dining
Dining
TV, fireplace
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Elings Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Arroyo Burro Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa del Sol - Historic Santa Barbara Adobe

​​​​​​​4 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHROOMS | 8 GUESTS

Santa Barbara charm, elegance, and cultural importance are wrapped up in one at Paradise Retreat's Casa del Sol. This Spanish Adobe sits in the desirable West Mesa neighborhood. You’ll be perfectly situated between the beach and local amenities. Mesa Lane beach access and the Douglas Preserve are steps away, and just a few blocks further are Lighthouse Coffee, Lazy Acres market, and several dining options for all your nourishing needs.

Built in 1925, this hacienda-style home has a rich history. It’s a redirected landmark that's also named the ‘Charles Pressley Adobe’ after one of the town’s first El Presidente’s of our annual Fiesta celebration. Tucked away behind a gate and private wall, this estate offers ideal privacy and serenity on a quarter acre. Fully restored, the four-bedroom and three-bathroom home is complete with modern amenities and tasteful touches. Delicate arches, wood ceilings, stone fireplace, and luxurious linens abound. Outside enjoy being immersed in all-encompassing lush gardens while smelling the sea air. Don't be surprised if you feel like shouting "Viva la!" upon entering.

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Spa
- Walk to the Beach
- Fully Renovated and Designed

FAQ's:
- Cancellation Policy: See "Policies" tab above
- Property Address: Available after reservation confirmation
- TVs: 50"(1), 43"(2)
- High Speed WiFi: YES
- Coffee Maker: Automatic Drip and K-Cup
- Pet Policy: Call us!
- Bedroom/Bathroom Details: See "Rooms and Beds" tab above
- Parking Max: 3 Cars (Garage-0 / Driveway-3 / Street-Limited)
- # of King Size Beds: 3
- Air Conditioning (A/C): NO (portable fans provided)
- Party Rentals/Hosted Events: Prohibited

**GUEST AGREES TO ELECTRONICALLY SIGN OUR RESERVATION AGREEMENT within 2 days of booking. (Emailed to Guest upon booking.)**

POLICIES:
- Minimum Age of Primary Guest: 30 years or older.
- Quiet Hours: 9:00pm-9:00am. Please respect our neighbors.
- No Smoking on Property.
- Pet Policy: Call us!
- No Party Rentals or Hosted Events.
- Check-in: 3:00pm or later.
- Check-out: 10:00am or earlier.
- Manager/Homeowner Reserves the Right to Deny Reservation.
- Until Confirmed, Rates are Subject to Change.

Please note: We require an eSigned short-term rental agreement before finalizing your reservation.

Pets may be considered at this home but require written authorization and additional fees.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Mesa Lane Steps Beach. Enjoy features like 1 hot tub, concierge services and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include a concierge and babysitting
  • 6 minutes by car from Santa Barbara County Courthouse and 9 minutes from Santa Barbara Bowl
Casa del Sol - Historic Santa Barbara Adobe offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and concierge services. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling 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

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Casa del Sol - Historic Santa Barbara Adobe Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann R., Missoula, MT

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa del Sol was true to its name, wonderfully equipped for comfort, relaxation & enjoying a somewhat rare week of fabulously warm February sunshine. Well equipped kitchen, living spaces, comfy beds, quiet, but within minutes of downtown & the water. Hope to return some day soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was in a great area. Wonderful accommodations and perfect for a family. Clean and beautiful inside and out. I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home tucked away from the crowd. Very large. Perfect entertainment home. Beds were amazing. We definitely will be back. The staff was very responsive. We arrived after dark and home was all lit up and inviting. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was beautiful and incredibly comfortable! It had everything we needed and more and made for a wonderful family vacation for my little sister’s wedding. Fantastic location, clean, great bedding, upscale throughout. Highly recommend and we look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle U.

Liked: Cleanliness

UCSB graduation stay

We loved our stay in Mesa! We enjoyed walking to the beach and the Douglas Preserve.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

Liked: Cleanliness
old world charm with all the modern conveniences. Smooth communications with Paradise Properties and a mellow, welcoming feeling thru out the home and grounds. There was more than enough space for the eight of us to be completely comfortable. Wonderfull 3 day experience for my 70th.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malerie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing.

This was the most amazing experience in all aspects. Would absolutely recommend this home to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

The most beautiful home, with everything you could ever need, located a short walk to the ocean. We could not have asked for more.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely stunning home!!

This house was perfect for us and our adult children!! Everything in the home was high end, clean and very comfortable!! Lots of hang out spots for all of us. Anything we needed was within walking distance including the beach. Loved our stay there!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect in every way!

What a gem this house and property! The grounds are beautifully landscaped and full of humming birds! There are so many indoor and outdoor spots to get away to read a book or have a great conversation. The neighborhood is lovely and walkable on the beach. The house is decorated with so many special details and well stocked to cook and enjoy a wonderful meal in an ideal setting! I highly recommend this beautiful well cared for historic home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariel G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just perfect

Spacious, well stocked, split floor plan - worked perfect for our group of 6-8. The home is stunning. Kitchen is upscale. Primary is spacious, but you might consider sleep masks as the beautiful skylights brighten the room by 5:00am. All beds / bedding / linens were terrific and very comfortable. The charming, private backyard offers both sun and shade during the day. It was 75-90 degrees during our mid-June stay and the home was plenty cool (no AC). Truly a gem in every way. Can't wait to come back - terrific experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty M.

Liked: Cleanliness

lovely spot!

we enjoyed our stay...the house was nicely maintained, well-stocked and big enough for 6 adults to comfortably stay. we were not 'home' much due to a wedding and wedding festivities, so i can't speak about cooking there, but we were happy with the house and it met our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Beautiful place! Has everything you could need and more! Highly recommend! High attention to detail.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fiesta Fun

We stayed at Casa del Sol for three days during Old Spanish Days. It was a special, magical place for our family because our great grandparents were in the original dance group for the first Santa Barbara Old Spanish Days Fiesta, and Casa del Sol was the home where the first El Presidente, Charles Presley, lived in 1924. Such a rich, historical space in a beautiful location. It was an experience we all cherished.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dow D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great, Quiet Place

The house is very nice and the 4 bedrooms are spacious. Neighborhood is very peaceful and was quiet at night. The grounds are beautiful and well kept. While the location is great, just know the beach access from the house is limited and not much is within walking distance. This wasn't a problem for us, but just know you will need to drive to take that evening stroll along the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property!

This property was incredible. We highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N., Irvine, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Santa Barbara house/property

The house is roomy, well decorated, appointed with everything you need and great quality!!! Good location and easy to get to State Street. A recommended rental!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

Comfortable and spacious home to visit with our friends and family during a busy weekend. Used hot tub and outdoor seating areas. Beds very comfy. Was worried about no AC but house is naturally cool. Beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautifully appointed property

Beautiful property - well maintained - furnishings are gorgeous. Property management team is incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

JeanneMarie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful!

Beautiful Home, interior design at the highest level, very impressive! Wonderful Neighborhood, beaches around the corner, pure delight! Santa Barbara is a dream vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023