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ROMANTIC PRIVACY OR FAMILY FUN: POOL, SPA, FIREPLACE, STONE PATIOS NEAR BEACH!

 
 
 
Santa Barbara house rental - Spa & Waterfall into Pool. Stone Patio. Private Yard. Spa-side & patio speakers
Spa & Waterfall into Pool. Stone Patio. Private Yard. Spa-side & patio speakers
 
Santa Barbara house rental - Spa & Waterfall into Pool. Stone Patio. Private Yard. Spa-side & patio speakers

Spa & Waterfall into Pool. Stone Patio. Private Yard. Spa-side & patio speakers

Al Fresco Dining on the Patio, with speakers for music. Grill and patio heater.

Al Fresco Dining on the Patio, with speakers for music. Grill and patio heater.

Living room with gas log fireplace, cable tv, stereo with ipod input

Living room with gas log fireplace, cable tv, stereo with ipod input

Great dishes, silverware, glassware, linens--and the best gourmet grocer nearby

Great dishes, silverware, glassware, linens--and the best gourmet grocer nearby

Bosch and Dakor appliances, ocean peeks from window, sur la table pans

Bosch and Dakor appliances, ocean peeks from window, sur la table pans

Lounge in the Sun

Lounge in the Sun

Play in the pool!

Play in the pool!

Bring wine home from the Santa Barbara wine tour and enjoy it on the patio..

Bring wine home from the Santa Barbara wine tour and enjoy it on the patio..

Romantic evening landscape lighting. Spa-side speakers for music while you soak.

Romantic evening landscape lighting. Spa-side speakers for music while you soak.

Master bedroom with private bath, both with doors to patio, pool and spa

Master bedroom with private bath, both with doors to patio, pool and spa

Double bed made by Mac's grandfather for his bride in 1920.

Double bed made by Mac's grandfather for his bride in 1920.

Twin bedroom with doors to private side patio.

Twin bedroom with doors to private side patio.

Shoot pool on our full-sized pool table in our finished garage.

Shoot pool on our full-sized pool table in our finished garage.

Our bathrooms are always clean and fresh. See the reviews about our soft towels!

Our bathrooms are always clean and fresh. See the reviews about our soft towels!

Original artwork throughout the house -- even in this bathroom.

Original artwork throughout the house -- even in this bathroom.

For fun, ride Santa Barbara's Carousel or take in a concert at Chase Palm Park

For fun, ride Santa Barbara's Carousel or take in a concert at Chase Palm Park

Ride a surrey on the beach! (That's us!)

Ride a surrey on the beach! (That's us!)

Parasailing in Elings park, a short walk away - take lessons or just watch!

Parasailing in Elings park, a short walk away - take lessons or just watch!

Wander the Santa Barbara harbor, dine overlooking the yacht club, or rent a boat

Wander the Santa Barbara harbor, dine overlooking the yacht club, or rent a boat

Walk for miles on a beach named among the world's 10 most beautiful--often alone

Walk for miles on a beach named among the world's 10 most beautiful--often alone

Gentle surf for children, and lots of interesting exploring at low tide!

Gentle surf for children, and lots of interesting exploring at low tide!

Lots of sand for sandcastles!

Lots of sand for sandcastles!

You might have to share the beach at sunset ... with a few birds.

You might have to share the beach at sunset ... with a few birds.

If we can learn to surf, anyone can!

If we can learn to surf, anyone can!

Per week (USD) $3,500
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps6
  • 2 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the Santa Barbara vacation house rental
3 bedroom, 2 full bath house, sleeps 6

Charming home in resort quality setting. Living areas and master bedroom open to completely private flagstone patio, palm trees and lush tropical landscaping surrounding the cool blue waters of a pool. A large stone spa tucked into a bamboo grove spills water over a stone waterfall. Stereo speakers at the patio and spa, views of the ocean and islands, and of the moon rising over the next bluff make for a wonderfully romantic setting--within earshot of children sleeping in the two other bedrooms, if you've brought them along.

Inside, we have everything you need: a gas log fireplace, stereo with five separately controlled speaker zones, cable TV with netflix and apple tv, full-sized pool table, & high speed wireless internet for your computer, great mattresses, fine linnens and the softest towels you can find. And everything is spotless.

Please see our many 5-star reviews--we care about your stay!

Charming Home in Resort Quality Setting: Living areas and master bedroom open to completely private flagstone patio, palm trees and lush tropical landscaping surrounding the cool blue waters of a pool. A large stone spa tucked into a bamboo grove spills water over a stone waterfall into the pool. Stereo speakers at the patio and spa, views of the ocean and islands, and a lovely view of the moon rising over the next bluff make for a wonderfully romantic setting--and still within earshot of children sleeping in the two other bedrooms, if you've brought them along.

Great Amenities: This three bedroom, two bath house, located in a quiet residential neighborhood, has french doors and sunlight throughout, ocean and island views, and romantic landscape lighting for the evening. Amenities include a gas log fireplace, stereo with CD player and five separately controlled speaker zones, including the patio and the spa, cable TV with DVD/VCR, a full-sized pool table, a high speed DSL internet connection (wired or wireless) and free local and long-distance calling within the U.S. Everything you need right down to the CDs and guide books.

Guest Feedback - & There's More on our Website!: 'Don't hesitate to rent this beautiful home ... everything about it & SB is definitely worth visiting. The photos of the home speak for themselves & yes, you do see lots of humming birds. Fantastic! The owner is a pleasure to do business with & we recommend this place 100%.'

'We came all the way from England ... and it wasn't a disappointment! The pool, spa and garden were lovely - peaceful and private. The house was perfectly clean, very comfortable and well provided for... We would definitely rent again if we come back to SB.'

'The house was adorable - the backyard and pool and spa was a wonderful treat for us and our kids when we wanted to just relax. All of the furnishings were perfect and like new. The home is kid friendly and clean as a whistle...Great rental - would definitely return.'

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About Mac Clayton

We're writers who have been enjoying forays to Santa Barbara since our now-grown sons were young. You can see more about Meg at http://www.megwaiteclayton.com and about Mac at http://dadapp.blogspot.com

Mac Clayton purchased this house in 2000
Why Mac Clayton chose Santa Barbara

We took one look at the pool and landscaping, and knew we'd found paradise! We added the spa and upgraded throughout, for a clean, comfortable, and well-equipped home away from home.

What makes this house unique

For families, especially, the ability to enjoy an evening outside--soaking in the spa, watching the moon rise over the far hill, or simply having a glass of wine in the romantic landscape--and still be within earshot of sleeping children is an unbelievable luxury. The backyard is completely private!

Please see our many 5-star reviews. We like to let our guests speak for us.

Santa Barbara house rental - Spa & Waterfall into Pool. Stone Patio. Private Yard. Spa-side & patio speakers

Spa & Waterfall into Pool. Stone Patio. Private Yard. Spa-side & patio speakers

Al Fresco Dining on the Patio, with speakers for music. Grill and patio heater.

Al Fresco Dining on the Patio, with speakers for music. Grill and patio heater.

Living room with gas log fireplace, cable tv, stereo with ipod input

Living room with gas log fireplace, cable tv, stereo with ipod input

Great dishes, silverware, glassware, linens--and the best gourmet grocer nearby

Great dishes, silverware, glassware, linens--and the best gourmet grocer nearby

Bosch and Dakor appliances, ocean peeks from window, sur la table pans

Bosch and Dakor appliances, ocean peeks from window, sur la table pans

Lounge in the Sun

Lounge in the Sun

Play in the pool!

Play in the pool!

Bring wine home from the Santa Barbara wine tour and enjoy it on the patio..

Bring wine home from the Santa Barbara wine tour and enjoy it on the patio..

Romantic evening landscape lighting. Spa-side speakers for music while you soak.

Romantic evening landscape lighting. Spa-side speakers for music while you soak.

Master bedroom with private bath, both with doors to patio, pool and spa

Master bedroom with private bath, both with doors to patio, pool and spa

Double bed made by Mac's grandfather for his bride in 1920.

Double bed made by Mac's grandfather for his bride in 1920.

Twin bedroom with doors to private side patio.

Twin bedroom with doors to private side patio.

Shoot pool on our full-sized pool table in our finished garage.

Shoot pool on our full-sized pool table in our finished garage.

Our bathrooms are always clean and fresh. See the reviews about our soft towels!

Our bathrooms are always clean and fresh. See the reviews about our soft towels!

Original artwork throughout the house -- even in this bathroom.

Original artwork throughout the house -- even in this bathroom.

For fun, ride Santa Barbara's Carousel or take in a concert at Chase Palm Park

For fun, ride Santa Barbara's Carousel or take in a concert at Chase Palm Park

Ride a surrey on the beach! (That's us!)

Ride a surrey on the beach! (That's us!)

Parasailing in Elings park, a short walk away - take lessons or just watch!

Parasailing in Elings park, a short walk away - take lessons or just watch!

Wander the Santa Barbara harbor, dine overlooking the yacht club, or rent a boat

Wander the Santa Barbara harbor, dine overlooking the yacht club, or rent a boat

Walk for miles on a beach named among the world's 10 most beautiful--often alone

Walk for miles on a beach named among the world's 10 most beautiful--often alone

Gentle surf for children, and lots of interesting exploring at low tide!

Gentle surf for children, and lots of interesting exploring at low tide!

Lots of sand for sandcastles!

Lots of sand for sandcastles!

You might have to share the beach at sunset ... with a few birds.

You might have to share the beach at sunset ... with a few birds.

If we can learn to surf, anyone can!

If we can learn to surf, anyone can!

Nearest Airport : Santa Barbara at 6 Miles
Nearest Train : Santa Barbara at 2 Miles
Nearest Motorway : 101 at 1.5 Miles
Nearest Beach : beach at 0.7 Miles
Car: recommended

Walk to Mesa Lane beach--one of the most beautiful beaches in the country--or to Arroyo Burro Beach with its restaurant and snack shop on the sand. Hike in Ellings Park just a block up the hill or in the Douglas Preserve bluffs overlooking the ocean. Starbucks, restaurants, ice cream, a bookstore, gourmet grocery within walking distance. Hop on your bike or in your car and in minutes be at the harbor, pier, yacht club, downtown Santa Barbara and the mission and courthouse. Oceanfront skate park, surrey rental, beachfront bike path and carousel.

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Changeover Day: saturday

Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Santa Barbara, California

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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Spring 2013
May 1 2013 - May 24 2013
$2,500
1 Week
 
Notes: plus 12% city occupancy tax and $350 cleaning fee; Sat to Sat only   
 
Summer 2013
May 25 2013 - Sep 6 2013
$3,500
1 Week
 
Notes: plus 12% city occupancy tax and $350 cleaning fee; Sat to Sat only   

Additional information about rental rates

Tax Rate 12.0%
Cleaning $350

Notes

  • $2,000- $3,500/week
  • $2,000/week Nov.-Feb (non-Holiday);
    $2,500/week March-May, Sept-Oct and Holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Years);
    $3,500/week Summer (Memorial Day week - Labor Day week);

    Plus 12% occupancy tax, $350 cleaning fee

    Weekly Rental (Saturday to Saturday) only.

    Non-Refundable deposit required with reservation, balance and $1,000 Security Deposit due two weeks before Check-In. Please check our Availability Calendar before inquiring.

    Rates Subject to Change: Please see mesaparadise.com for detailed rates

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Santa Barbara, California

Property Type:
  • house
Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card
Floor Area:
  • 1500 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • Town
  • Beach
Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Family
General:
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Internet
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Telephone
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Filtered Water
  • Towels Provided
  • Basic Soaps
  • Alarm Clock
  • Wireless Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Paper Towels
  • Linens Provided
  • Iron & Board
  • Heating
  • Local Maps
  • Hair Dryer
  • Parking Off Street
  • Washing Machine
  • Toilet Paper
  • Parking On Street
  • Security System
  • Broadband Access
  • Water Cooler
  • Activities Guide
Kitchen:
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Grill
  • Coffee Maker
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice Maker
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Blender
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , shower
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , combination tub/shower
  • Clean and bright tile. Cotton towels. Hand-held shower fixture in second bath great for bathing children.
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 queen , crib also available
    Bedroom 2 - 1 double
    Bedroom 3 - 2 twin/ single
  • New, high quality mattresses on all beds. Cotton linens. Comforters with artificial down (non-allergenic). Plenty of pillows. Closets with California closet shelving and drawers. Full-length mirror in master bedroom.
Entertainment:
  • Music Library
  • Radio
  • Television
  • DVD Player
  • Stereo
  • Video Library
  • Satellite / Cable
  • VCR
  • Pool Table
  • CD Player
Outside:
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Beach Towels
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • 10 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • children welcome
  • Low Allergen Environment
  • non smoking only
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
Pool / Spa:
  • Outdoor Hot Tub
  • Private Pool
  • Spa Whirlpool
Attractions:
  • churches
  • zoo
  • forests
  • bay/sound
  • library
  • playground
  • live theater
  • cinemas
  • waterfalls
  • marina
  • recreation center
  • botanical garden
  • restaurants
  • winery tours
  • museums
Leisure Activities:
  • antiquing
  • sight seeing
  • beachcombing
  • scenic drives
  • bird watching
  • horseback riding
  • whale watching
  • walking
Local Services & Businesses:
  • groceries
  • hospital
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • snorkeling
  • surfing
  • roller blading
  • surf fishing
  • cycling
  • hiking
  • tennis
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • wind-surfing
  • swimming
  • deepsea fishing
  • sailing
  • fishing
  • mountain biking
  • equestrian events
  • water skiing
  • pier fishing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • golf
  • paragliding
Notes: Beautiful pool, large spa, stone patios and waterfall,, patio tables and chairs, including lounge chairs and love seat rocker; Fireplace with gas log; free long distance within the U.S., cable TV, DVD/VCR player, stereo with CD player and separately controlled speakers in the living room, dining room and kitchen, finished garage with pool table, full kitchen with microwave, dishwasher, large refrigerator with ice maker, extensive kitchen appliances and cookware, indoor and patio dishes, 100% cotton linens.

Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Santa Barbara, California

Romantic Privacy or Family Fun: Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Stone Patios near Beach!
average rating of 5.0 based on 51 reviews
business
Romantic Privacy or Family Fun: Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Stone Patios near Beach!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p130201
Santa Barbara Santa Barbara County
Northern Ireland
5

Guestbook Comment

We had a delightful week in this beautiful home. We could quite happily have spent the week without leaving the house once! We were very impressed w...
5 of 5
Submitted: September 15, 2007 Stayed: September 2007
We had a delightful week in this beautiful home. We could quite happily have spent the week without leaving the house once! We were very impressed with the high quality of everything in the house especially towels and bed linen. Communication with owners was excellent.
Helpful votes: 5/5
business
Romantic Privacy or Family Fun: Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Stone Patios near Beach!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p130201
Santa Barbara Santa Barbara County
Hillsborough, Ca
5

Great week in April

5 of 5
Submitted: April 28, 2013 Stayed: April 2013
We had a wonderful time - the house was lovely. We were able to work everything and enjoyed the hot tub most evenings even though the weather was quite cold the first part of the week. Highly recommend the Channel Island Outfitters Kayak tour to Santa Cruz island - we saw six whales, dolphins, loads of seals and a little fox. We rode our bikes to the Mission and to UC Santa Barbara. We had a fabulous luncheon at San Ysidro ranch. Hit the zipline tour at Santa Margarita on the way home yesterday. We will definitely stay with you again!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: So glad you had such a good time, Jeanne. And we're taking notes on all the wonderful things you did!
business
Romantic Privacy or Family Fun: Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Stone Patios near Beach!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p130201
Santa Barbara Santa Barbara County
California
5

A great place for family to gather

5 of 5
Submitted: March 14, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
We rented this house the week of Christmas for our family to gather in one place. It was the perfect location - close to Elings Park, the beach and stores, easy to get downtown, but in a neighborhood rather than a really busy area. Mac was really easy to work with before we got there, responding to emails and questions quickly. We we arrived there was a welcoming bottle of wine and information about things to do in the area. We loved sitting by the pool, hanging out by the fireplace, playing with the games in the garage/lounge, and there was plenty or room for all of us to be in the kitchen. The layout was perfect - we had a one-year old, so they stayed in the master suite, which opened right onto the patio. We highly recommend this to anyone looking for a great getaway to SB.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Romantic Privacy or Family Fun: Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Stone Patios near Beach!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p130201
Santa Barbara Santa Barbara County
Bimingham U.K.
5

The Mesa, Santa Barbara, 2012

5 of 5
Submitted: October 16, 2012 Stayed: September 2012
Mac,
I chose the location from the map, as a base for exploring Central California, & got really lucky. The house was all that was shown on the website & more. We have two big lads + myself + two girls, there was more than enough room. The location is spot on, all shops & amenities are close by. Santa Barbara is a lovely place, we loved the beach & harbor area, also lots of shopping areas for the kids! Everything has been thought of, the place is a credit to you & your family. We would love to come & stay in the house again.

Regards Stephen & Family.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Romantic Privacy or Family Fun: Pool, Spa, Fireplace, Stone Patios near Beach!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p130201
Santa Barbara Santa Barbara County
London, England
5

Wonderfully relaxing week!

5 of 5
Submitted: August 16, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
We would definitely recommend this villa to others. The property description and photos on the website were accurate. The villa was very well equipped, clean and beautifully maintained.
Our family of five had a wonderful week, we loved the pool, spa and pool table
The information supplied on the website was really useful, we loved Santa Barbara and walking on the beach
One week wasn't long enough!
Recommended for:  Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/3
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