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10/10 Excellent
Liana E.
Aug 7, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Liana E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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4BR Near UCSB & Santa Barbara • Private Hot Tub • Walk to Beach • Pool access
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1700 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
Explore the area
Goleta, CA
- University of California, Santa BarbaraPlace, University of California, Santa Barbara3 min walk
- Camino Real MarketplacePlace, Camino Real Marketplace7 min walk
- Goleta Butterfly GrovePlace, Goleta Butterfly Grove5 min drive
- Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)12 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Goleta
Located in Ellwood within a 5-minute walk of University of California, Santa Barbara, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Elings Meadow. This vacation home welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
What's nearby
- University of California, Santa Barbara - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
- Camino Real Marketplace - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Ellwood Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
- Goleta Butterfly Grove - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
- Coal Oil Point Reserve - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles
Getting around
- UC Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
- Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 20 min walk
- Freebirds World Burrito - 5 min drive
- Girsh Park - 10 min walk
- Timbers Roadhouse - 5 min drive
- Jack in the Box - 19 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
4BR Near UCSB & Santa Barbara • Private Hot Tub • Walk to Beach • Pool access
Discover this newly renovated 4-bedroom coastal retreat in one of Goleta’s most desirable neighborhoods, just minutes from Santa Barbara, UCSB, Santa Barbara Airport, and the renowned Sandpiper Golf Club. Walk to Ellwood Mesa Open Space and Ellwood Beach, where you’ll enjoy scenic bluff-top trails, breathtaking ocean views, and spectacular sunsets. After a day of exploring, relax in the private backyard hot tub under the stars.
Perfect for families, friends, business travelers, golfers, and UCSB visitors, the home comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living areas, fast Wi-Fi, Smart TVs, free driveway parking, outdoor seating, a private hot tub, and access to the community pool.
The location is ideal for UCSB graduations, campus visits, golf getaways, beach vacations, family gatherings, and exploring everything Santa Barbara has to offer. You’re just minutes from downtown Santa Barbara while enjoying the peace and charm of a quiet coastal neighborhood.
Nearby attractions include:
• Ellwood Mesa Open Space
• Ellwood Beach
• Sandpiper Golf Club
• UCSB
• Campus Point Beach
• Sands Beach
• Goleta Beach Park
• Santa Barbara Airport
• Camino Real Marketplace
• Costco
• Girsh Park
• Downtown Santa Barbara
• State Street
• Stearns Wharf
• Santa Barbara Harbor
• Santa Barbara Zoo
• Old Mission Santa Barbara
Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway, a family vacation, a golf trip, a university event, or an extended stay, this comfortable coastal home—with its private hot tub, community pool access, and unbeatable location—offers the perfect base for exploring both Goleta and Santa Barbara while enjoying the beauty of California’s Central Coast.
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The location is ideal for UCSB graduations, campus visits, golf getaways, beach vacations, family gatherings, and exploring everything Santa Barbara has to offer. You’re just minutes from downtown Santa Barbara while enjoying the peace and charm of a quiet coastal neighborhood.
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• Ellwood Beach
• Sandpiper Golf Club
• UCSB
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• Goleta Beach Park
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Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway, a family vacation, a golf trip, a university event, or an extended stay, this comfortable coastal home—with its private hot tub, community pool access, and unbeatable location—offers the perfect base for exploring both Goleta and Santa Barbara while enjoying the beauty of California’s Central Coast.
The vacation home is heated and features 2 bathrooms and space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a washing machine.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 2 accessible parking spaces
- No elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near a lake
- Near a zoo
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
- Next to a golf course
Things to do
- Basketball nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Casino nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks 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: 1,700 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 2026-0145
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
- Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- There are no elevators.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Ellwood within a short 8-minute walk of Camino Real Marketplace and also 16 minutes on foot from Ellwood Beach. You'll also find Sandpiper Golf Club and Isla Vista Beach within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at 4BR Near UCSB & Santa Barbara • Private Hot Tub • Walk to Beach • Pool access?
Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Does 4BR Near UCSB & Santa Barbara • Private Hot Tub • Walk to Beach • Pool access have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does 4BR Near UCSB & Santa Barbara • Private Hot Tub • Walk to Beach • Pool access have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 5.2 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is around 16.7 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at 4BR Near UCSB & Santa Barbara • Private Hot Tub • Walk to Beach • Pool access?
No, there aren't any house at 4BR Near UCSB & Santa Barbara • Private Hot Tub • Walk to Beach • Pool access that offer a balcony.
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Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Thomas T.
Jul 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a family get together, on a quiet cul-de-sac. Easy walk to beach and bluffs, very close to grocery store. We loved the back patio and had most of our meals there.
Thomas T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026