Private Pool Home, On Acre-Near town, Families love it!

Santa Barbara, California
$1356 avg/night
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Imagine your own private retreat, close enough to walk to the Mission of Santa Barbara and yet when on the acre property you will feel like you are away from it all in your own private Shangrai Lai. The Frank Lloyd Wright inspired design maximizes the enjoyment of the sprawling one story 3000 sq feet house. The house embraces a spectacular solar heated pool and backyard patio from which you may fully relax in the fantastic Santa Barbara weather. The mottled black bottom pool is like a Matisse painting adding to the ambiance of the beautiful yard.

Rental rates do not include local bed taxes. There will be an additional 16% owed on the room rate for your stay so you must provide that directly to the owner who is registered and files those fees with the county of Santa Barbara. That only will apply if it is a short term stay of less than 31 days.

Peacefully sleep in the quiet setting. Those who are early risers will not disturb those who want to sleep in as the bedroom wing is at the opposite end of the house from the kitchen living and dining areas.

Two gorgeous fireplaces, one in the main suite. The second is a striking cathedral ceiling high edifice in travertine accenting the unique atmosphere of this incredible home.


Access your entertainment apps on the 77 inch Large screen TV and with the cable TV in the living room. Cox gigablast the highest local speed available everyone can stay connected. TV’s in all bedrooms as well. Plenty of space to work from home if needed.

All the comforts of home with full kitchen, 5 burner stove/convection oven, dishwasher, washer/dryer and the space to stretch out and enjoy yourself after enjoying all Santa Barbara offers. We are blessed with beautiful weather in Santa Barbara. For the rare very hot days, air conditioning is provided in three bedrooms and kitchen.


--Spectacular private pool and jacuzzi
--Outdoor patio and relaxation area
--Four bedrooms, three baths: One king, two queens and a bedroom with two single beds.
--Luxury bedding and down comforters
--Primary bedroom with private bath and marble gas fireplace 55 in tv
--Primary bedroom has walk in closet
--Separate living area with comfortable seating for six and gorgeous views of the yard as well as the floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Cathedral ceilings and stained glass.
--Separate play room with Foosball, piano, desk and a 45”' 3-D smart HDTV and entertainment area
--Outdoor breezeway with treadmill, stationery bicycle and ping pong table.
--Laundry room
--Full kitchen with breakfast nook and separate full dining room area
--Outdoor Gas barbecue
--Outdoor dining area and lounge chairs with comfortable pad chaise towels
--Highest local speed wireless internet available.
--Contour remote provides access to all your apps, Netflix, Amazon prime, Disney, and more! Living room now houses a 77 inch smart tv with Sonos soundbar. (Pictures coming soon)
--Desk area with comfortable task chair for those who work from home
--Linens and towels and soaps
--Regular coffeemaker and single serve Keurig (bring your pods)
--Spices

Additional second set of fencing for the pool area works to insure that young children do not enter the area without adult supervision.

Santa Barbara the 'American Riviera': In Santa Barbara you can hike in the mountains and swim at the beach on the same day! This property is located on a beautiful tree filled acre property with views of the mountains. Just a short walk to the Mission and the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. Walk to downtown Santa Barbara through Rocky Nook Park and distinctive Upper East neighborhoods. The beach and Montecito are just an easy 10 minute drive. Santa Barbara offers a wealth of cultural and athletic activities from kayaking, windsurfing, whale watching, fishing, biking, golf to local theater, museums and cultural events.

Please be advised that this property is to be used only for the guests on contract and we do not permit large gatherings or more than four cars at any time at the property.

The pool is typically heated to a comfortable temperature by a rooftop solar heating system May to November (70-85 degrees). Heating the pool with gas in the winter or shoulder seasons can be arranged with a $100 a day additional fee arranged in advance, not needed in summer. The jacuzzi is heated on demand and is provided with booking.

There is an electrical plug for plugging in an electric car in the carport. Please notify us if you wish to do this in advance. There would be a $7 a day extra charge for electricity.

Wendy and Chuck Rockwood: Longtime residents of Santa Barbara, your hosts (owner/manager) Wendy and Chuck Rockwood are happy to recommend restaurants, and activities. Included are directions to favorite beaches and places to walk and shop. If you have questions they are happy to answer them and they look forward to your stay at Poolside.

This property is permitted for short-term stays with the county so book with confidence. For short term stays permitted for 6 adults plus children total 8.

We recommend you purchase trip cancellation insurance for any cancellation refunds not covered by the reservation cancellation policies.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • 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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3000 Sq Ft (279 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Fence Around The Pool Hot Tub Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Windsurfing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books DVD Player Foosball Table Games Music Library Stereo Table Tennis Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Cabinet Locks Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

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

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • aruna t.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    We absolutely loved everything about this house . The location , the house itself . The gardens, the pool . Wendy and chuck . It was exactly what we wanted . Short drive to town, beach . Great backyard to hang out in. We grilled a few times . Cooked some great meals . Just great quality time with the family creating memories. All of us , including the little ones are sad we had to leave.

  • Heidi S.

    Submitted Jan 17, 2025

    Stayed Jan 10, 2025

    This home is so lovingly cared for. We were instantly comfortable and drawn to the outdoor spaces and pool! Everything was clean and easy to figure out. This was a sanctuary for us during a very difficult time and we felt so recharged after just a few days here! Very close to beautiful scenic local culture and activities. Especially great for kids! We had a wonderful time!

  • Steven L.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    Everything about Poolside exceeded expectations. It’s a very special place. Perfect for an extended family vacation. Every amenity imaginable in a serene setting. And hosts who were gracious and communicative. The grandkids loved the pool. Grandma especially loved the hot tub. We can’t recommend it highly enough.

  • Kelli P.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2024

    Stayed Oct 26, 2024

    This was a great home for my family to spend celebrating a birthday!

  • Lauretta B.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 25, 2024

    A great place to gather with friends. Beautiful pool area. House is a little dark, but once you find all the light switches it is fine. A map

  • Jane T.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    Just returned from a small family reunion at this large & lovely home. We found everything we needed, the beds were really comfortable with nice linens and the pool/hot tub was clean & refreshing (mid-October & slightly cooler weather meant a slightly chilly pool but do-able). Staying there with my 96 year old mother was a little challenging as she uses a walker - the plush carpeting & scatter rugs on wood floors, although nice for others, made moving around difficult for her but she managed. Also, all showers are inside tubs that she couldn't access - I should have asked for more info as they're described as bathtub or shower. The few stairs to get inside the house & out to the patio were fine for her to navigate with help. Hopefully that info is helpful for future elderly renters! Overall, we had a great time and really appreciated all the different spaces to congregate. Wendy has created a special home & was a prompt/easy communicator. You won't be disappointed.

  • tiffany l.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2024

    Stayed Aug 11, 2024

    Our family of 5 and small dog enjoyed a wonderful week at this Poolside Retreat in Santa Barbara. It's clear how much the owners care for and love this beautiful and centrally located property. Truly a family home... it had everything we needed to cook homemade meals, unwind in the hot tub / pool, or just enjoy a variety of fun board / ping pong / foosball games after a long day hiking or on a nearby beach. Communicating with Wendy and Chuck was a breeze. They are super responsive, helpful and kind! Added nice touch is that the home also has an outdoor shower and beach supplies (chairs, umbrella)! Felt very much like a home away from home for us!

  • maryann j.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    Wonderful comfortable home for family vacation! Very well stocked with everything we needed. Close to Santa Barbara restaurants and cafes. Highly recommended. Hosts couldn’t have been more helpful when needed.

  • Deon A.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2024

    Stayed Jul 2, 2024

    There are MANY wonderful aspects of this property. There is a lot of space for family and friends, the kitchen is very well-equipped, having 3 bathrooms is great for guests, and the pool and grounds are amazing! This is indeed a great home for families and is in a great setting that is close to everything. It is not necessarily a beach home but more of a home in the hills of Mission Canyon which enhances the privacy and beauty of the home. There were a few areas that required maintenance, repair, update and cleaning but not enough that we would not consider coming back again. The hosts are on property and were very responsive to the few needs we had. Very well-priced for the size and amenities.

  • Lisa V.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 13, 2024

    Thank you Wendy and Chuck! Your home is so welcoming and lovely. And such a great location! Loved that the kitchen was so well equipped!!!!! The pool was incredible and such a treat for our warm weather. Can’t wait to stay here again! Wendy you were an amazing host❤️

  • DAVID M.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2024

    Stayed May 31, 2024

    We had a great time staying at Wendy's property. It was a great size for our whole family and equipped with everything one would need! The pool was used enthusiastically and often! Close enough to all the places that we wanted to go. I would recommend this property to anyone wanting a great family vacation!

  • Wynn S.

    Submitted May 29, 2024

    Stayed May 23, 2024

    This is our second time staying at this property which is beautiful, well-located and immaculately clean. Spacious house, excellent mountain views and fantastic gardens.

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$1,356+
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