Title: Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! Cottage in Santa Barbara with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! (Montecito)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93500000/93495100/93495024/d1328057.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! (Montecito)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93500000/93495100/93495024/18428a39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, printers - Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! (Montecito)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93500000/93495100/93495024/3bc6b9d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! (Montecito)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93500000/93495100/93495024/4deb618a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! (Montecito)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93500000/93495100/93495024/211f08f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Montecito's upper village, this charming garden cottage offers a serene retreat. Awaken to the sweet songs of birds and historic Mount Carmel Church bells, then stroll through the neighborhood to discover local eats and treats. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! This welcoming garden cottage is just a short walk from the upper village of charming Montecito with its neighborhood grocery store, deli, fine dining and casual outdoor bistros. Just a five-minute drive to the beach, or mountain hikes, lower Montecito village and access to Santa Barbara. Awaken to the sound of chirping birds and the bells of the historic Mount Carmel Church. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near the sea ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33708600/33708577/0e82a939.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hammonds Beach Haven w/ Yard, Deck & Sunroom-Walk to the beach, 1 block to Rosewood Miramar! 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Montecito - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=119607933&PinnedHotelID=119607933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### 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: Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys Please do not wash towels and bed linen. Please leave the string-lights remote and office key in the rattan basket. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No cooking for local catering jobs allowed on premises. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.43607%2C-119.64269&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=btBb7dcaAVbAjuW_ytPjHkw6TTw=) Montecito, CA #### What's nearby - Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Casa Del Herrero \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Montecito Village Shopping Center \- 13 min walk \- 1.2 km - Butterfly Beach \- 2 min drive \- 2.3 km - Westmont College \- 4 min drive \- 3.0 km #### Getting around - Santa Barbara Station - 12 min drive - Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬3 min drive - ‪Caffe Luxxe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Honor Bar - ‬2 min drive - ‪Jeannine's American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! ? ### What time is check-out at Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! ? ### Where is Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Enjoy the serenity and charm of this hidden gem! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Martha was an amazing host and attentive to all our needs. Her cottage is a perfect little spot to stay for exploring Santa Barbara and surrounding areas. The outdoor space is great and neighborhood is beautiful. Would definitely stay here again! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Margot D. Apr 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great visit Had a great stay! Good location to walk around and enjoy Montecito. Quaint backyard, small rooms but perfect for what we needed! ##### Margot D. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kira M. May 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charm Our host was the kindest woman and her place was so charming and well equipped. It felt like you were staying at your mom’s house. It was perfect for our two nights day with kids. ##### Kira M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica A. Apr 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property The cottage was very comfortable and clean. We enjoyed the location and outdoor area. Would highly recommend! ##### Jessica A. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tani S. Jun 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short stay We were in town for a few days for a family birthday. The property and clean, cute, and has everything you need! ##### Tani S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenn H. Sep 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent!! My wife and I had a wonderful stay of night Nights In This Charming Montecito Cottage the owner could not have been more helpful kind and professional. We love the location and especially love the Charming private garden. private yard. ##### Kenn H. Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanna B. Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy gem Beautiful, peaceful private space, perfect to tuck away in for Christmas. Extra work space and spacious beautifully tended patio (with lemon tree) a plus. Martha was kind and easy to communicate with. Thank you! ##### Joanna B. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eve C. Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great! Very clean and worked good for 2 very tired daughters and husbands! Only slept there so didn’t try cooking anything. ##### Eve C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine M. Nov 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding weekend We were in town for a wedding. We stayed with our 2 mo baby and our cousins. The cottage was a bit smaller than anticipated but the outdoor space more than made up for it. Plus we were out at wedding festivities for most of it. Everything was clean and it was conveniently located! ##### Christine M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy L. Nov 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Can’t wait to stay again!! Adorable cottage in Montecito. So cute inside & out. We needed a place close to UCSB & it was perfect- about 10/15 mins. away. Kitchen very well equipped. Beds comfy with great linens. Great water pressure. Our favorite part was the charming courtyard. Completely fenced in for our pups. The whole place is very pet friendly. Our host, Martha, was fantastic and her communication was quick. We can’t wait to book again when we visit to see our daughter!! Thanks, Martha!! ##### Amy L. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy F. Aug 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Garden Cottage - Dog Friendly This was our first time staying here and we are so glad we did. We will go back. The Cottage is set in a wonderful location about a mile from Butterfly Beach and walkable to the Upper Village. We stayed 11 days extending it an additional 2 days once we saw it. We would have stayed longer if it had been available longer. The Garden is beauty and fenced-in if you’re bringing a dog. There is plenty of seating outdoors with a fire pit and you’re surrounded by many different plants and flowers that are very well maintained with charming string lights that create a nice ambiance. The cottage was exceptionally clean which is important to us. It is very comfortable. There are TV’s in both bedrooms with Netflix and other streaming apps. It was great to relax in there in the evening. The kitchen is stocked well and we prepared many meals. There is A/C if needed and fans in the bedrooms. Plenty of hot water for showers and a vanity to put your things in. The parking is next to the gate. Martha was very responsive for any need we had. One personal tip: Tre Lune (my favorite restaurant) located in the lower village is the one of the best restaurants in Montecito. Enjoy! ##### Cindy F. 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