Montecito estate rental - Upstairs is Cielo Vista Suite & Library. Ocean, mtn view. West Wing on left
Upstairs is Cielo Vista Suite & Library. Ocean, mtn view. West Wing on left
 
Montecito estate rental - Upstairs is Cielo Vista Suite & Library. Ocean, mtn view. West Wing on left

Upstairs is Cielo Vista Suite & Library. Ocean, mtn view. West Wing on left

"West Wing" 2bdrm,1+1/2bath,kitchen, prvt door to pool area. East wing on right.

"West Wing" 2bdrm,1+1/2bath,kitchen, prvt door to pool area. East wing on right.

Coming up driveway. Garage and part of

Coming up driveway. Garage and part of

Pool,hot tub,sauna, Poolside Suite, Cielo Vista suite above. BBQ, seating behind

Pool,hot tub,sauna, Poolside Suite, Cielo Vista suite above. BBQ, seating behind

Pool, sauna, hot tub, balcony of

Pool, sauna, hot tub, balcony of

Entering front door, water fountain, stairs to library and

Entering front door, water fountain, stairs to library and

Grand Room looking to living room, stairs to Cielo Vista suite, hall to 3 bdrms.

Grand Room looking to living room, stairs to Cielo Vista suite, hall to 3 bdrms.

Grand Room ocean view, sleeps 4 to 6. Great for meetings or family gatherings

Grand Room ocean view, sleeps 4 to 6. Great for meetings or family gatherings

Living room, view to Grand Room, Kitchen, hall to West Wing, Dining seats 14+,

Living room, view to Grand Room, Kitchen, hall to West Wing, Dining seats 14+,

"East Wing" kitchen, fully equiped. 2nd kitchen in "West Wing" behind back wall

"East Wing" kitchen, fully equiped. 2nd kitchen in "West Wing" behind back wall

Cielo Vista Suite,slf-cntnd,mstr bth,kitchenette,office,fireplace,TV,ocn/mtn vws

Cielo Vista Suite,slf-cntnd,mstr bth,kitchenette,office,fireplace,TV,ocn/mtn vws

Master suite fireplace, entertainment center. Bed lower right. Ocean view

Master suite fireplace, entertainment center. Bed lower right. Ocean view

Cielo Suite bathroom,steam shower,tub, washer/dryer,heated tile floor, mtn view

Cielo Suite bathroom,steam shower,tub, washer/dryer,heated tile floor, mtn view

Master suite,steam shower,bath,soft water,heated floor,wsher/dryer, mntn views

Master suite,steam shower,bath,soft water,heated floor,wsher/dryer, mntn views

Poolside Suite,dbl sinks,shower,mini bar,HD TV,DVD,next to hot tub/pool/sauna

Poolside Suite,dbl sinks,shower,mini bar,HD TV,DVD,next to hot tub/pool/sauna

Pool side large mstr bdrm, dbl sinks, can rent separate, perfect for 1-2 guests.

Pool side large mstr bdrm, dbl sinks, can rent separate, perfect for 1-2 guests.

East Wing bdrm#2 has twin bed to left. Open windows to hear sea lions, owls, etc

East Wing bdrm#2 has twin bed to left. Open windows to hear sea lions, owls, etc

East Wing bdrm#3, Cal King,computer,printer,fax, large desk,room for futon.

East Wing bdrm#3, Cal King,computer,printer,fax, large desk,room for futon.

West Wing bdrm#1, King,futon,entertainment center. Wing has kitchen, full bath

West Wing bdrm#1, King,futon,entertainment center. Wing has kitchen, full bath

West Wing bdrm#2, Cal King,computer,printer,fax, large desk,room for futon.

West Wing bdrm#2, Cal King,computer,printer,fax, large desk,room for futon.

Floor plan, West Wing, East Wing=

Floor plan, West Wing, East Wing=

Floor plan; Cielo Vista Suite, library, lanai. stairs to East Wing. Ocean views

Floor plan; Cielo Vista Suite, library, lanai. stairs to East Wing. Ocean views

Lookind down driveway to Barker Pass. Lower orchird on left,plums,pears,peach

Lookind down driveway to Barker Pass. Lower orchird on left,plums,pears,peach

BBQ area, background young vineyard and vegetable garden. (old photo)

BBQ area, background young vineyard and vegetable garden. (old photo)

  • Bedrooms7
  • Sleeps40
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
Minimum Stay 2 nights
 

Photos and Description of the Montecito vacation estate rental
7 Bedrooms + futons, sofa beds, 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 18-30+), House and cottage

Are you exhausted and need rest? Nestled in the hills of stunning Montecito, Faro's Montecito Retreat offers a one+ acre gated and fenced estate in a secluded, quiet, secure and peaceful experience. Complete property. can sleep up to 30+ persons, with the extra bedding options. Beautiful walks on the property or off the property for views from ocean to mountains.

Guests are picked carefully by Faro to insure they will blend in with this peaceful neighborhood. If a retreat type setting is your goal then this is the place for you! If you are looking to 'party hardy', this probably is not the place for you!!

Are you extroverted and need stimulation? Minutes to quaint Montecito Village, downtown Santa Barbara, beaches, hiking and trails, bird refuge, zoo, museums and so much more. 1/2 hour to airport, 1 hour to Santa Ynez wine country, Solvang, Chumash Casino and even MJ's Neverland Ranch. 90 minutes to L.A., Hollywood, Disneyland, etc.

Many options are available. Separate cottage can be rented independently of the main house.

Please call Faro for details

Faro's Montecito Retreat also offers these extras: Chef, driver, weddings, catering, meetings, private tours, personal assistant, baby/pet sitting and more available. Visit my web site at;

http://santabarbaravacationrentals.us

for additional information and Calendar Availability

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About Owner

Retired air traffic controller, spent my spare time creatively remodeling and landscaping the acre and house. Lived here since '92 and find very few places in the world as wonderful and peaceful as here. Diverse interests allow me to take people to nearly any interest they may have.

Owner purchased this estate in 1992
Why Owner chose Montecito

The hills of Montecito are one of the most tranquil places in the world to live. Close to the ocean and the picturesque town of Santa Barbara. The property is set off the street in a gated, fenced acre+ that offers safety, seclusion and peace.

What makes this estate unique

Peace, privacy, security, clean, beautiful setting. Home feeling.

36 Reviews of Property 326661 in Montecito, California

Montecito Retreat: Best Beauty-tranquil-Price-Value Combo-Santa Barbara
average rating of 4.9117646 based on 36 reviews
business
Montecito Retreat: Best Beauty-tranquil-Price-Value Combo-Santa Barbara
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Montecito Santa Barbara County
Riverside, Ca
5

Tranquil Getaway

5 of 5
Submitted: May 8, 2013 Stayed: January 2013
I am a singer/songwriter and needed to getaway to a quiet place to do some writing for a new CD. Faro's Montecito retreat was perfect! My favorite was a room on the second floor that is surrounded by windows so the light floods in and the view is gorgeous. I was able to completely shut out the rest of the world and find the inspiration I needed to write my songs. I highly recommend this retreat for anyone needing some beauty and peace.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you Hilary! I look forward to your return visit, Hopefully hearing your new music at Calvary and listening to your new CD! Blessings, Faro
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Montecito Retreat: Best Beauty-tranquil-Price-Value Combo-Santa Barbara
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Montecito Santa Barbara County
5

Wonderful, Healing Family Vacation

5 of 5
Submitted: February 14, 2013 Stayed: January 2013
We had our best family vacation ever at Faros Retreat. Faro is kind, generous and extended himself so we would have a relaxed and memorable vacation. The house is beautiful, clean, quiet and has a warm feeling (and a great master bedroom). The house is just a few miles away from a beautiful and quiet beach where we made sandcastles, ran in the water, saw sunsets and played. We even saw dolphins leaping out of the water on New Years Day. We swam in the pool at the house which we had to ourselves. Faro was so kind and got to know our 8-year old daughters - he welcomed them and let them play with his dogs. One of his daughters babysat the girls and he and his daughters took our girls with them to town for desert as well so my husband and I were free to go bike riding and have a date in Santa Barbara. What a rare find - wonderful accommodations, friendly and kind owner and one of the more beautiful places to vacation. Faros Retreat is a special and healing place for families as well as groups of friends. We hope to return again and again!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you folks for your kind words. It is always such a pleasure to see folks enjoy this special place and blend in with the neighborhood. We still talk about your amazing daughters, and we all, including the dogs, look forward to your return. Blessings, Faro
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Montecito Retreat: Best Beauty-tranquil-Price-Value Combo-Santa Barbara
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Montecito Santa Barbara County
Azusa, California
5

Excellent Location for College Student Leadership./Staff Retreat

5 of 5
Submitted: January 29, 2013 Stayed: January 2013
I was looking for a retreat house that could accommodate a group of 30 college student leaders for a two night leadership retreat that was in a restful location, large enough yet homey, and close enough to the beach so that students could wander around and explore the beach and Santa Barbara during hang out times. Faro's Retreat met all my expectations!

Students loved it. There are plenty of rooms, air mattresses available upon request, 2 kitchens enough to cook for a large group, extra folding chairs and tables, large meeting areas inside and outside the house and plenty of parking for 8-10 cars.

Our entire group enjoyed it! Since the house is in such a quiet neighborhood, it is important to make sure your guests understand the exclusivity policies on Faro's website. We communicated that to our leaders and they did a great job of keeping them!

Faro was also very accommodating as a host! I highly recommend this facility!
Recommended for:  Families with Teenagers
Owner's Response: Thank you also for blending in so well! I love your college and hope to host you again!!
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Montecito Retreat: Best Beauty-tranquil-Price-Value Combo-Santa Barbara
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+1 805-6899886
Montecito Santa Barbara County
Ca
5

Wonderful House

5 of 5
Submitted: December 29, 2012 Stayed: December 2012
My group really enjoyed our retreat! The house is great for medium-large groups- with so many bedrooms, large gathering spaces and a dining table that seats at least 12 you can have a great experience without overcrowding one another. The property is absolutely peaceful and an ideal place for your next retreat.
Helpful votes: 2/2
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Montecito Retreat: Best Beauty-tranquil-Price-Value Combo-Santa Barbara
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Montecito Santa Barbara County
Crestline, CA
5

Quiet, beautiful retreat in a tranquil location

5 of 5
Submitted: December 22, 2012 Stayed: December 2012
I was responsible for planning a women's retreat last minute, and we were lucky enough to find this beautiful place for our get together. The house is beautiful, state of the art, and perfect for finding a quiet place to relax. The location was perfect for spending a sunny afternoon on the beach, or for a quiet dinner in downtown Santa Barbara. The owner was more than hospitable in making sure we had everything we needed, and willing to go to the lengths to help us have the best retreat possible. The property was clean, the beds were comfy, and the hot tub was perfect for relaxing. We would be only so lucky to return again. Thank you Faro!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Montecito Retreat: Best Beauty-tranquil-Price-Value Combo-Santa Barbara
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p326661
+1 805-6899886
Montecito Santa Barbara County
Crestline, CA
5

My stay at Faro's Montecito Retreat

My stay at Faro's Montecito Retreat
5 of 5
Submitted: December 12, 2012 Stayed: December 2012
What a fabulous time we had at Faro's Montecito Retreat! Such a lovely property! Very spacious, lots of rooms with big beds. The upstairs Cielo Suite was so lovely with an amazing bathroom and shower! We loved the hot tub at night, watching the stars, and feeling very secluded in beautiful landscaping. This retreat superseded our expectations. Thank you Faro!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you Danna and I look forward to your return!
Helpful votes: 2/2
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Montecito Retreat: Best Beauty-tranquil-Price-Value Combo-Santa Barbara
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+1 805-6899886
Montecito Santa Barbara County
Lake Arrowhead
5

Guest

5 of 5
Submitted: December 11, 2012 Stayed: December 2012
I was with a group of ladies that work at a camp in Southern Ca. We wanted a weekend away where we could spend time together fellowshipping and just getting to know each other. We stayed at Faro's Montecito Retreat and it was the perfect spot. The rooms were clean and beds were so comfortable. The restrooms and kitchen had all the amenities. The grounds were immaculate and we used the jacuzzi. There were 11 of us and we never felt crowded. We had a wonderful time and I would recommend this retreat for anyone.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you ladies, you were great guests, (so was the soup, thanks!!).
I look forward to hosting you again.
Helpful votes: 3/3
business
Montecito Retreat: Best Beauty-tranquil-Price-Value Combo-Santa Barbara
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p326661
+1 805-6899886
Montecito Santa Barbara County
5

Amazing, peaceful retreat in the spectacular hills of Montecito

5 of 5
Submitted: November 12, 2012 Stayed: November 2012
Faro was so welcoming and friendly with big friendly dogs in tow. He made me feel immediately at home and I wished I had brought my kids to this fabulous retreat in the hills. I was there only for a couple of nights and wished I could have stayed longer. The bed was amazingly comfy and every amenity was managed with great attention to quality. I only needed my toothbrush and particularly enjoyed the pool and hot tub on the afternoon after the Santa Barbara Marathon. Everything was perfect and peaceful and restful at Faro's Retreat and I emerged with a full recharge. Thanks, Faro. I will be back with my kids someday!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: A pleasure to meet you David and I look forward to hosting your family someday!
Helpful votes: 3/3
business
Montecito Retreat: Best Beauty-tranquil-Price-Value Combo-Santa Barbara
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p326661
+1 805-6899886
Montecito Santa Barbara County
Bakersfield, CA
4

Faro's Retreat

Faro's Retreat
4 of 5
Submitted: August 22, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
My husband and I had a wonderful vacation at Faro's Retreat. The Montecito/Santa Barbara is one of the most stunning areas in California. I guess that's why Oprah lives five minutes from Faro's. The listing description was accurate. The pool/jacquzzi/BBQ area was relaxing. We were enthralled by The Music Academy of the West located by The Four Season's Hotel and Butterfly Beach about ten minutes from Faro's. Every summer, they invite music students from all over the U. S. to audition for positions in U.S. orchestras. Most of the teaching auditions are free to the public. Shorts and T shirts are fine. Favorite breakfast/lunch: Montecito Cafe. Favorite dinner: The Fish Enterprise on State St. where you can order a wonderful Maine lobster dinner for $29.95! We highly recommend Faro's Retreat to any couple or especially a group of Christians on retreat since there is so much room for a large group.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks folks, great review of some great spots here also. Congrats on your place in Carp, will miss you here as guests but very happy for you. Soon, Faro
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Montecito Retreat: Best Beauty-tranquil-Price-Value Combo-Santa Barbara
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p326661
+1 805-6899886
Montecito Santa Barbara County
San Jose, CA
5

Relaxing family vacation spot

5 of 5
Submitted: August 4, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
We spent 2 nights in Faro's beautiful home and wish we could have stayed even longer! There was something for everyone to enjoy. Our kids immediately jumped in the pool and had a blast swimming and playing. My husband relaxed in the hot tub. I found everything I needed in the kitchen and we all enjoyed family style meals around the comfortable dining table or outside in the peaceful area next to the pool. Our dog loved running around with Faro's dogs and investigating the beautiful grounds. My 3 year old loved finding fruit on the trees during our many walks on the property and picking her own snack. The beds were comfortable. Everything was clean. And Faro is just so nice and friendly. He really makes you feel at home. We had a wonderful time and hope to return in the near future.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks folk for visiting. What a nice family you have!! I hope to see you all again!
Helpful votes: 4/4