Family-friendly vacation rentals in Santa Barbara

Amazing stay for all the right reasons - beautiful surroundings, wonderful, fully stocked kitchen, clean, 5 min from everything, yet private foothill location. Will definitely be back, we loved our stay and felt well taken care of. Highly recommend .

Really nice stay for a weekend getaway from busy LA. It was quiet and peaceful and we enjoyed the fresh air.

“Had a wonderful stay at this peaceful and private Airbnb in Ojai! The location was perfect—just a short drive to downtown, making it easy to enjoy all that Ojai has to offer while still feeling tucked away in a quiet retreat. The property was exceptionally clean, with thoughtful touches (hosts photography) that made it feel cozy and welcoming. The hot tub and fire pit were fantastic additions, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The only drawback was that the bed wasn’t the most comfortable. If you’re looking for a serene spot close to town, this is an excellent choice. Highly recommended!”

This Airbnb was located in the most amazing location! Nestled close to State street for walking distance to all the shops, fabulous restaurants, pier and the beach. The home has a nice open floor plan for bringing family together. The rooms are beautiful and beds comfortable. The backyard was so cozy and inviting to enjoy meals, play corn hole, enjoy the jacuzzi or just simply sit and have a glass of wine. Plenty of parking with the long driveway that leads to the back of the home. We came for our daughters wedding as a family and the home had all the amenties of being home. We truly enjoyed our stay and would diffently come back and stay again. Also, the host was wonderful and communicated well leading up to and after our stay.

When reading others' reviews before I booked this unit, I was prepared for some of the drawbacks: a little "worn out" in places, you can definitely hear people walking around upstairs, and you don't get any natural light. There really aren't any decent views out most of the windows, so we left the curtains closed, and the kitchen window was covered with decorative film, so I was starting to feel a little "closed in" after a while. That being said, the #1 reason I booked this place was because of the proximity to the beach, literally a 1-minute walk. I love being able to pop over to the beach at whim, even if just for 10 minutes to watch the waves. When others in my party wanted to relax at the unit, I had the option of walking on the beach. Having close beach access is well worth choosing this place!! We also appreciated the availability of the fire table, hot tub, and electric bikes but unfortunately ended up not using any of them.

We had a magical month in Topanga! Lynne was very accommodating, responsive, and made sure we had everything we needed! The house is a gorgeous, rustic, country living right next to LA. Minutes to Malibu and Santa Monica. You have to be adventurous and love super winding roads and canyons. It’s simply majestic. We stayed with our two kiddos and were 8 minutes drive and parking to the beach. We enjoyed the outdoor tubs, Sauna, local food, hikes and more. The kitchen is well stocked and it worked great for our little family!

We truly enjoyed Todd & Jodi's beautiful little home! As a guest you can always tell when you stay at a home that is truly nourished and care for. Lot's of love here! Kitchen, bathrooms and living areas were all so adorable! We brought our electric bikes with us and had the best ride around town and to Los Olivos - which was very close and an enjoyable ride! Highly recommend the "The Gathering Table" in Solvang - super yummy food!

A perfect spot for our group of long time friends to reconnect in peace and beauty. The house is in a picturesque location near enough to the downtown Ojai area to get to easily but far enough away that we felt like we were in our own world. The home and amenities were as described. The rooms were spacious and clean. The shared spaces were stylish and cozy. We especially enjoyed the many outdoor sitting areas for early morning coffee and reading time or for afternoon sunbaths. The host was communicative and helpful all along the way. Highly recommend!

I travelled with a large group of adults for a training. With the number of bedrooms and full baths, there was plenty of privacy for all as well as ample space for meals and hang out time upstairs. It was also extremely easy to get to the beach :)

My friends and I really enjoyed staying at such a cool log cabin! We appreciated how stocked the kitchen was and the decor throughout the house. We were most excited about feeding the goats and enjoyed looking at them from the game room. We enjoyed sitting outside and watching all the birds and squirrels. Overall a great experience!

Great place for our weekend stay.. great aura, beautiful backyard and patio. Relaxing place to stay and near by everything!! Would book again when we visit SB

This was such a peaceful beautiful setting. From start to finish, this location met our expectations. Jeanne was so nice and easy to deal with and left us a delicious banana read for the weekend. We spent much time in Los Olivos wining and dining which was very close to our accommodations. The place was clean and comfortable and equipped with all our needs. Thank you Jeanne.

Super place and great hosts! Had everything we needed, easy to find, super quiet neighborhood. Really nice stay.

We (two adults, two kids) enjoyed this waterfront Malibu condo - fell asleep to the crashing of the waves every night. It's not a luxury rental per se, but was a great deal for the location and comfort and the main living area was very nicely decorated with lots of sitting areas. The kitchen was amply stocked with various pots/pans etc and you cannot beat the view from the porch! We appreciated the washer/dryer units as well. The location is perfect for any place along Malibu you may want to visit. We were able to get to a variety of beaches within a 10-15 minute drive. It's also conveniently located close to Malibu Country Mart, which has shopping, groceries, and restaurants.

House was perfect for us. It was close to our daughter and easy access to everything.

The house is very charming with great views. Very pet friendly and helpful recommendations. The neighborhood was quiet and we felt safe and relaxed. Mary had a binder with suggestions for dog-friendly activities. Enjoyed our stay very much.

We had an amazing time at Jeanne's place in Lompoc! The house was stocked with everything you could possibly need, and things you wouldn't even think to include! It was comfortable, homey, and the backyard is amazing for entertaining the kids and adults alike. The back room is so fun for hanging out and the kitchen was perfect for making meals at home. It was perfect for our large family and we never felt cramped with all the space to enjoy. Jeanne was so responsive and helpful with our questions, and the sweet touches like baked goods and wine to welcome us were so appreciated. The beds were super comfy, and there were more than enough towels and linens for everything. The house is up on the ridge to get beautiful sunsets, and walkable to Starbucks and stores. We would absolutely come back and stay in Jeanne's place again and highly recommend it to anyone staying in the area!

The cabin in the pines was perfect for our long weekend get-away. Sit on the deck and listen to the birds while enjoying the peacefulness surrounding you. All we needed to pack were our personal items and food - the cabin was SO well stocked with papergoods, small kitchen appliances, utensils, spices/etc, DVDs, games/puzzles, blankets/pillows (bring your own bedding/towels), etc. There was nothing more we could have needed! The cabin was easy to clean using all the supplies provided. Toni has made the effort to provide the perfect retreat for some time away from the hustle of our daily life. For some time outdoors drive or follow the trail to the village (restaurants/shops), Sunday market. Drive to the top of Cerro Noreste (8000+ ft) and Mount Pinos for spectacular views. If you like to hike you find lots of trails in both areas.

We had such an amazing stay at this beautiful airbnb for our girls weekend getaway. The view from the backyard is absolutely stunning - the photos don’t do it justice. The pool was a comfortable temperature for a dip, even in mid-October, and we loved lounging on the comfortable patio furniture to watch the sunset. I have never stayed in more well-stocked airbnb; the large kitchen and bathrooms had everything we needed and more, and we felt right at home there. The host was very welcoming and communicative, and check-in and check-out were a breeze. Our stay was absolutely perfect, and we would definitely stay here again!

Jennifer is so accommodating and sweet, her space was exactly what I needed. Great place for anyone that needs to slow life down and take a deep breath in nature. Gorgeous views too!

Gloria’s property is lovely, very comfortable with great bedrooms and comfortable beds. The house is in a lovely quiet neighbourhood, very peaceful especially for early morning walks. Some nice restaurants too within walking distance. I would definitely recommend the Italian near by “Cafe Bizou” You can take your own wine too!! Gloria responded quickly to emails, gave helpful recommendations and very accommodating for check in and departing. We would definitely recommend and stay with you again. Thank you for hosting Gloria. Best wishes Tracey & Family 🥰

This place was gorgeous! The exterior was beautiful with a big pool, nice lounge chairs, an outdoor dining area and beautiful views. The interior was thoughtfully crafted and decorated and everything was perfectly Californian boho style. My friends and I enjoyed playing games in the den, eating dinner in the kitchen, exploring the outdoor areas and lounging by the pool. We did wish there were paper towels (there were only cloth rags) and a slightly bigger tv (only tv was in the attic room). But you didn’t really need TV with how gorgeous it was! We would 1000% recommend!

Rachel could not have been lovelier. The property is beautiful, the views are stunning, and the guest space provides a nice private area. The guest house is cozy and charming. While it’s not super modern, the tv and wifi, kitchen essentials, and cozy linens made it just right. Rachel was very helpful, easy to reach, and made our stay easy. 5 stars!

Where to start..? This place was amazing. You will not want to leave! The pictures really don’t do any justice, I’ve always heard the phrase “breathtaking views” but I’m not sure if I ever felt that until I walked into this Airbnb. As if the view itself isn’t out of this world- the house is also beautiful. Very large and spacious, I would say the photos made it look smaller. There is ample room and everything you need is there. The only “downside” (which really isn’t if your prepared) is you are on a mountain obviously- you can’t walk to the grocery store. Although it’s only 20-25 min away, I would come prepared with everything you need so you can spend the most time enjoying the space because you will not want to miss a second of it. My group made sure not to miss a single sunrise or sunset- and it was worth it! Roman is very attentive and accommodating as well.