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Designer Beach House, West Mesa Beach Area 2 min walk to beach stairs

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Outdoor dining
Sun-loungers, beach towels
Interior
Dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Designer Beach House, West Mesa Beach Area 2 min walk to beach stairs

2 minute walk to the stairway to heaven....The Mesa Lane steps. This completely renovated beach home sits above Mesa Lane Beach, well known for its surf, diving and whale watching. The home invites you to the outdoors from every room. This property has beautiful touches including an organic vegetable garden, citrus trees, outdoor fire pit and jacuzzi spa. The outdoor patios include several outdoor rooms and invite you to enjoy dinner al fresco anytime of year. The kitchen is built for a chef. This is a home for the discerning renter. Please note Bed tax is applied only to stays less than 30 days
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Elings Park. You'll find features such as 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 3 bathrooms in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and 9 minutes from Santa Barbara Zoo
Designer Beach House, West Mesa Beach Area 2 min walk to beach stairs offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

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

Rules

This house may not be sublet to other people.
Confirmation email or phone call to confirm understanding of house rules
Use of cleanings service once a week to be paid directly by renter to cleaning service at a rate of $120.00

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Small well trained dog with approval.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: not suitable for young children

Events

No events allowed
Small dinner party of 6 people maximum

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Note from host: small dinner party of 6 people maximum
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
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.

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Designer Beach House, West Mesa Beach Area 2 min walk to beach stairs Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house with high hedges all around it for privacy. It's conveniently located near Santa Barbara's downtown area. Excellent kitchen with high end appliances. The TV's were equipped with both Amazon Fire Stick and cable. Sonos speakers provided a variety of great music. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICK S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staying in Santa Barbara here at Kathryn’s was probably our best stay by far. It was a beautiful home with a wonderful kitchen , a beautiful backyard and parks all around for our dog to hike with, not to mention the beach just a half a block down. Easy and responsive communication for any of our needs during our stay. Thanks Kathryn!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property just about perfect. spacious, comfortable, well stocked and ideally located. Going to go back.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug A., Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Wonderful Visit

I enjoyed my second visit to Kathryn's home. Even better than the first time!
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl & Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Mesa Home

Super home in great location close to beach, shopping and dining.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

robin s., Glencoe, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug A., Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

I’ve enjoyed the mesa for years. Kathryn’s home is relaxed and peaceful. Birds chirping in the morning and an easy stroll in the evening to the Douglas Family Preserve. The home is well stocked and well kept. Master bed is very comfortable. Hot tub is a huge plus! I’m excited for my next visit.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

One of a kind, wonderful
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie V., Montgomery, AL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and fantastic location!

Had a two week stay and the home was perfect. The home was quiet, clean, and had updated decor. The outside area was beautiful and relaxing with the sounds of the water fountain. The house had great spaces to allow me to work remotely in the office or find a quiet space to read. The neighborhood is very friendly and the location was exceptional. Just a couple blocks away from the Douglas Preserve with soaring views of the coast, the intoxicating smell of eucalyptus, and an off leash dog park for us dog lovers. The home is less than a block from the Mesa Steps to the beach and close to grocery stores, drug stores, and both chain and local restaurants. Thank you. Kathrine, for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl & Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in West Mesa

Super home, beautifully designed and furnished. The backyard is a wonderful retreat and includes a hot tub, and outdoor shower. The location couldn’t be better: close to both the Mesa Lane steps and the Douglas Preserve, and 10 - 15 minutes to downtown, Montecito and Ellwood. Already looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oasis

Our stay was wonderful...we are already thinking about returning next year. The property and proximity to the beach, reserve and local amenities were ideal.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MacKenzie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Gem

Thank you Kathryn. You have created a beautiful home. Tasteful furnishings and layout. The outdoor vinyettes were wonderful depending on if you wanted sun, shade or both! The kitchen is top of the line. The location is ideal to walk to the Mesa steps, Douglas Preserve or the business district for groceries, coffee shops and restaurants. I had a wonderful month.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl & Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Santa Barbara Stay

Great house in a great neighborhood! Very well located and beautifully decorated. Our 2nd stay and we hope to return!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday vacation

Our host offered A+ service with kindness. The kitchen is more than well stocked with all high end items. The setting is comfortable and relaxing, very well maintained. Kathryn was available to take care of any issue should something come up. Highly recommend, will stay again for that short walk to the ocean!
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay

The home is a beautiful oasis, the grounds are private which enables you to have the doors open and enjoy the fresh air with a ton of privacy. The location is second to none if you have a dog, the beach access as well as Douglas park make walks a joy. The home is beautiful and perfect for remote work or just relaxing. We were there during some pretty bad weather but it didn't matter because the house was very comfortable when we couldn't get out. I absolutely loved this house and location. Kathy was also very responsive to any questions or concerns we had.
Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home & great location

This was our second stay here. It truly felt like home with all the fine touches including designer bedding, linens, toiletries and fully stocked kitchen. The backyard was an oasis with spa, water feature, fruit trees, and lush landscaping. A gardener, spa serviceman, and house cleaner assures everything is kept up during our stay. The host was super responsive and went over and above to make sure our stay was just right. We can't wait until we go back again!
Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Blissful Stay in Santa Barbara

This is a beautiful property with a great location close to the beach and fantastic restaurants. The kitchen is fantastic for anyone who enjoys cooking and the backyard is a great place to chill with a glass of wine. A fantastic place to stay in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

The house was perfect for a longer stay in Santa Barbara. Great location in quiet neighborhood right by the stairs down to the beach. Very long walks on the beach possible at low tide. The 243 steps will keep you in shape! The Wi-Fi is great and two desks for a couple working from home. The A/C was very handy on the few warm days. The house is a great design. We enjoyed all the outdoor living space as well. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 36 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed W., Memphis, TN

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property & Location

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our month-long stay at Katherine’s West Mesa home. The home was very well designed and well appointed. All of the interior space was maximized; and, double doors across the front and back of the house allowed us to enjoy true indoor-outdoor living. The ceilings were tall and furnishings were fashionable and comfortable. Katherine has truly maximized the design of her home. The house was outfitted with all of the appliances, dishes, cooking utensils, soap, paper towels, and essentials that a traveler could need. The privacy fences allowed us to enjoy both the front and back yard - the fountains, the fire pit, the dining areas and lounging areas. In addition to the excellent lay out, decor and comfort of the house, the location was wonderful. It was mere steps from the access to Mesa Lane Beach. Heading toward downtown from the house, a pedestrian walkway connected with Shoreline Drive and the pedestrian walkway through Shoreline Park and past Stearn’s Wharf. Walking north there were numerous walking paths through the Douglas Family Preserve, the Arroyo Open Space and Park and through and around Elings Park. It was a perfect location for walking or jogging exercise opportunities. We were well satisfied with our stay in Katherine’s home and look forward to returning to enjoy the home, location and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Place

This house was the perfect place for our 2 month post surgery stay in Santa Barbara. Comfortable, peaceful, relaxing. 2 spacious en-suite bedrooms and a wonderful outdoor shower. Love the open floor plan. Opening the doors every morning and being able to sit outside no matter the weather or time of day, really made the place special. It is so close to everything. Walking distance to the Mesa steps and the beach, Douglas Preserve, markets, restaurants, and pharmacies. Would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 48 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S., usa

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this place

We've stayed here twice and both times have been perfect. The house is great, but the outdoor space is our favorite. A very private beautiful yard with a spa, outdoor shower and firepit. We barely use our car here as it is an easy walk to the beach, Elings dog park, the grocery store and a few great resturants. This place is awesome!
Stayed 111 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ross D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Cooper

This was our fourth time to stay at Cooper Road. Kathy continues to make upgrades and purchases to make the stay more comfortable and enjoyable. The home is located in a quieter part of the Mesa and the garden affords complete privacy yet there’s ample shopping, restaurants and beach access nearby We’ve created nice memories here.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

JeanneMarie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!

Great house and location, easy access to the beach off Mesa steps and a quick drive or walk to Arroyo beach. Nice office to work from, great art-- Not a big deal but be helpful if.... Living room TV had the option to activate Apps for a movie, couch is real low to the ground - truly though it is a great house in a lovely location.
Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

William T., Scottsdale AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderland

This home has a warm, organic, classy feel to it. Everything thing you need to cook, be comfortable and enjoy your time away from home is here. The Master Bedroom bed is so comfortable, with fabulous pillows and high quality bedding. Location is close to every where you might need to go in SB, or you can just stay home and cook in this fabulous gourmet kitchen that has “everything” you might need. Loved every minute and hated to leave.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S., usa

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We have been renting in Santa Barbara for years, this place is the best. The outdoor living space is over the top. Very private, quiet, awsome fire bowl, great outdoor shower, comfortable furniture and beautiful landscape. The house is lovely, very clean and comfortable. We barely used our car as you can easily walk to the beach, grocery store a few resturants and Elings Park. Kathryn was very nice and easy to work with. Nothing but great things to say about this place.
Stayed 105 nights in Nov 2020