At Bluewater Retreat - Ocean Views from the heart of Santa Barbara, you can look forward to laundry facilities, babysitting service and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms149 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About this property
Bluewater Retreat - Ocean Views from the heart of Santa Barbara
Ocean Views from the Heart of Santa Barbara
3 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHROOMS | 6 GUESTS There isn't a more lovely location to experience Santa Barbara’s beauty than from Bluewater Retreat, a premier offering from Paradise Retreats. Perfectly situated across from the stunning Shoreline Park, you'll be steps from a quaint coastal walk, a path down to the beach, and a short stroll from several beachside cafes and many restaurants at the Harbor. This is the ideal spot to chill and soak up the surfside beauty.
This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home, a highlight of Paradise Retreats' collection, features large bay windows in the Living Room to keep your focus on that mesmerizing ocean view, complemented by a central stone fireplace. The Primary Suite boasts a walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with a vintage step-down jacuzzi tub. The private backyard is complete with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a lush tropical garden. The front patio is the perfect location to watch the July 4th fireworks, sailboat regatta, and breathtaking sunsets over the Channel Islands from the comfort of your own space!
HIGHLIGHTS: - Wrap-around porch with ocean views - Steps to cliffside park and beach - Private backyard hot tub
FAQ's: - Cancellation Policy: See "Policies" tab above - Property Address: Available after reservation confirmation - TV's: 55"(1), 45"(1) - High Speed WiFi: YES - Coffee Maker: K-Cup - Pet Policy: Call us! - Bedroom/Bathroom Details: See "Rooms and Beds" tab above - Parking Max: 4 Cars (Garage-2 / Driveway-2 / Street-Limited) - # of King Size Beds: 1 - Air Conditioning (A/C): NO (portable fans available) - Party Rentals/Hosted Events: Prohibited
**GUEST AGREES TO ELECTRONICALLY SIGN OUR RESERVATION AGREEMENT within 2 days of booking. (Emailed to Guest upon booking.)**
POLICIES: - Minimum Age of Primary Guest: 30 years or older. - Quiet Hours: 9:00pm-9:00am. Please respect our neighbors. - No Smoking on Property. - Pet Policy: Call us! - No Party Rentals or Hosted Events. - Check-in: 3:00pm or later. - Check-out: 10:00am or earlier. - Manager/Homeowner Reserves the Right to Deny Reservation. - Until Confirmed, Rates are Subject to Change.
Please note: We require an eSigned short-term rental agreement before finalizing your reservation.
Pets may be considered at this home but require written authorization and additional fees.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Printer
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a zoo
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching 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)
An adult aged 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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
About the area
The Mesa, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Presidio Santa Barbara are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
Is Bluewater Retreat - Ocean Views from the heart of Santa Barbara pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Bluewater Retreat - Ocean Views from the heart of Santa Barbara?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bluewater Retreat - Ocean Views from the heart of Santa Barbara?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bluewater Retreat - Ocean Views from the heart of Santa Barbara?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bluewater Retreat - Ocean Views from the heart of Santa Barbara located?
Located in The Mesa, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shoreline Park and Santa Barbara Harbor. 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach are also within 15 minutes.
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Bluewater Retreat - Ocean Views from the heart of Santa Barbara Reviews
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Perfect location for a walk to the beach, to watch the sunrise AND sunset. We used the deck to drink our morning coffee, eat lunch and afternoon snacks. So many wonderful restaurants within a short drive.
This was an amazing location for our vacation. The awesome views of the ocean and all the cozy places to relax were perfect. Close access to the beaches were great for morning walks. Kitchen well equipped, super comfy beds, and great linens. Will definitely come back
Panoramic views all day…A respite from all the loss of the LA Fires.Santa Barbara Bluewater helped us heal and find strength for the next phase of recovery
The view was wonderful and the house is cute. We had a great stay. Some of the folks around the neighborhood there weren’t too nice, which was a big annoying.
A great classic California bungalow. The house was pristine, one of the cleanest VRBO's we have experienced. Location is perfect across from the park with access to the ocean 5 minutes away at 1000 steps beach. Beautiful views of the ocean and the mountains in the distance.
This was a perfect place to stay for our 3 day trip to Santa Barbara. Only negative to us was that the sun didn't come out much but that's Santa Barbara in the summer. We absolutely loved walking along the beach right across from the house. Walked down to Shoreline Cafe each day for breakfast or lunch. Overall perfect - just wish we had stayed all week. Thank you so much!
Enjoyed this place. It’s dated but clean and was perfect for our mixed family of teens and adults. Great for morning walks and close enough to town if you like walking. Teens not so much. Hot tub was a hit. Loved the deck views & back yard vibe
Would be perfect if there were bikes, corn hole and the June gloom didn’t exist.
Great location, very unique house-looks like it was very stylish in its day. Very clean and well stocked, but it was obvious that the owner rarely visits. There aren’t any lamps in the living room that could be used for reading-one had a terribly dim bulb and the other was non-functional. Light switches in the house need to be labeled-we never did find out how to turn off one of the kitchen lights.
I gave it 5 stars because of location and overall quality of stay, but, if I could nitpick for a minute, short term rentals seem to be less about a nice functional place to stay, and more about what looks good on instagram.
Clean property but as other reviewers have mentioned, quite dated property. Washer and dryer have seen better days but are serviceable. When using microwave or dryer, all lights in use in house dim. It is on a very busy street where traffic goes all day long, but quiet at night. Across from pretty public park but very, very busy park with runners, walkers, barking dogs and every afternoon we were there for a week, a big soccer setup for kids games. Saturday was an in-park kid's birthday party that went on for 5 hours. Popular park spot because right next to restrooms and parking lot. Property management was responsive when we called to get hot tub heating times adjusted for our use and also when we emailed upon checkout a few issues such as a leaking faucet and ants in kitchen and master bath. Lots of newish Wayfair furniture doesn't really add up to the price point of this rental.
The view from the living room and front deck was amazing. The back deck is private and lovely. The location couldn't be better and is convenient for everywhere we wanted to walk/drive. The place could use a bit of sprucing up, but the view and location compensate for the somewhat dated decor.
Wonderful location across the street from Shoreline Park with views of the Santa Barbara Channel and Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary. The park is lovely, very walkable, with spectacular views of the ocean. The home was very comfortable with a nice kitchen and laundry. It's not a new home, so a bit dated but with a very comfortable living room area and a cool, beachy vibe. Very very satisfied with our stay here. Highly recommended.