Iconic, Unique Home in the Heart of Downtown SB!

Santa Barbara, California
$644 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
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Bath 1

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Sleep 4

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Night 2 nights

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El Jardin Pequeno

Enter the wild and wacky world of Jeff Shelton!

Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara is proud to manage a home built by this world-renowned, Santa Barbara local architect, with a one-of-a-kind way of looking at the world. His ingenious fusion of whimsical artistry and vibrant function culminate in some of the most well-recognized buildings and happy homes in downtown Santa Barbara.

El Jardin Pequeno is the two bedroom one bathroom home located on the second level of a 4-story building known as “El Jardin,” in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. From street level, ascend the colorful steps that lead to a memorable retreat with plenty of personality. Morrocan tile, bright use of hand tooled glass, and custom wrought iron in varying shapes, are just the beginning of the signature style that makes staying at a Shelton-designed home a lively and fun experience for each and every guest.

Cozy up on the blue velvet couch for movie night in front of a large flat screen tv. Whip up a yummy meal in the super-efficient KITCHENETTE with dual burner induction cooktop, microwave, and raised bar, please note there is no oven. One of the most stunning features is the unique suspended dining table with a smooth piano finish, and an irregular whimsical shape that makes game night or mealtime amusing. Hidden away is a full-capacity front-loading washer and dryer, perfect for extended stays or to keep towels ready for the next oceanfront outing.

A sunny bedroom with a queen-size bed has the added sleeping convenience of a twin bunk bed to sleep four guests comfortably. In a second bedroom, enjoy a restful night's sleep, or a well-deserved breakfast in bed, in the comfortable queen-size bed. From either room, enjoy mountain views over Santa Barbara's red tile roofs, or awake to sunrise casting a warm glow over the city. A shared hall bathroom completes the offerings of this cool city apartment-style retreat. As is typical with many Santa Barbara homes, this property does not have AC. Open windows and the use of fans allow ocean breezes in to keep the house cool during hot summer months.

Head out the front door to explore all that Santa Barbara has to offer. Take a self-guided tour of the other Shelton-designed homes, gather organic ingredients for dinner at the local Farmer's Market, sip tasty wines in the Funk Zone, or simply stroll over to nearby State Street, alive with energy and world-class shopping, eateries, galleries, theater and more.

Treat yourself to a memorable stay at El Jardin Pequeno, for the fun of it!

Additionally available upon special request is a third bedroom suite at ground level that can accommodate two more guests. A king-size bed, television, bathroom with walk-in shower, and ample size closet appoint this private suite nicely. [Additional rates may apply]

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1008 Sq Ft (94 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shared Bathroom Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Windsurfing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Piano Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Concierge Services Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Sarah V.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2026

    Stayed Dec 24, 2025

    We were not able to stay at our VRBO upon arrival due to an occurrence that was out of everyone’s control. Erik, the owner, took care of my two adult sons and I. He put us in a wonderful hotel. We do look forward to staying in the property in the future.

  • Anne C.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 21, 2025

    Only complaint was that the lower bunk mattress was very soft. Switched it with the upper bunk mattress.

  • Sarah H.

    Submitted Sep 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    Great location and well done interiors! Due to the unique building any windows and doors left open can be accessed by anyone from the street or in upper units.

  • Jonathan K.

    Submitted May 17, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    My family and I enjoyed our stay at the apartment. The building architecture was interesting and the location was great. The apartment itself was spacious and a comfortable layout for my family. Would definitely stay again.

  • Joy B.

    Submitted May 7, 2025

    Stayed Feb 5, 2025

    Two adults, 18 days.The apartment is as described. We found the unique and handmade elements throughout to be delightful.The rooms are large, though the kitchen is tiny. But who cares?--with so many good restaurants and bakeries within a few minutes walking distance.Though only one bathroom, it is large.The hot water in the bathroom sink is warm, but the shower has plenty of hot water. The washing machine and dryer worked fine.The property management agency is absolutely the BEST I've ever dealt with. Prompt and satisfactory responses were provided to every question or problem.Onstreet parking was not difficult in February, so we did not use the designated parking place.The long stairs up to this first floor apartment are steep and narrow, a bit difficult to negotiate with big suitcases.Don't miss the nearby farmers market on Tuesday and Saturday.Overall, we loved the unit, the excellent service and downtown location.

  • Gary T.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2024

    Stayed Dec 25, 2024

    The place was just what we wanted: easy and close by, clean and spacious enough for the three of us. One highlight is the large dining table because we are board gamers and had a great spot to play! The one bathroom (as advertized) was big and easy to share.

  • Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 24, 2024

    Accurate description on VRBO. Great location for walking to downtown. Comfortable beds and great towels. Kitchen is small but well stocked.

  • Annemiek S.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2024

    Stayed Jul 24, 2024

    Our stay was wonderful. The architecture, the space, the location, we were surprised! Santa Barbara is a great place to be and with this appartment, it makes it complete. Highly recommended!

  • Donna A.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Aug 4, 2024

    The general feeling is somewhat dated. The single bathroom for a 2 bedroom was disappointing. Very small wicker table was the only place to put bathroom necessities, literally 12 x 12 inches in a pretty large space. Electrical outlets were complex— sometime worked sometimes didn’t— very frustrating. Otherwise decent furnishings and great location.

  • Julie B.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2024

    Stayed Jun 14, 2024

    Such a beautiful building inside and out!

  • Johann F.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2024

    Stayed May 25, 2024

    We had a great stay at this property. The location was perfect as you could walk eveywhere. 10 mins to State St and 20 mins to the beach. Also a fabulous coffee shop just around the corner. Highly recommend.

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