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Bohemian Art House Santa Barbara w/ jacuzzi, vast library, fire pit, & Steinway

Bohemian Art House Santa Barbara w/ jacuzzi, vast library, fire pit, & Steinway

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Expansive private gated front yard with 300 year old oak tree
3 hundred year old oak tree comes to life at night
New deck that looks out into the park like front yard.
Side view of deck
300 year old oak tree

Overview of Bohemian Art House Santa Barbara w/ jacuzzi, vast library, fire pit, & Steinway

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Popular LocationUpper State Street11 min walk
  • Popular LocationMission Santa Barbara15 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara Bowl6 min drive
  • AirportSanta Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)16 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Bohemian Art House Santa Barbara w/ jacuzzi, vast library, fire pit, & Steinway

Having traveled the world, I appreciate people from all cultures and proclivities. I welcome you, your family, friends and pets to enjoy my family home, which is tastefully curated with art, books and antiques collected for generations. I lovingly tend the 1/2 acre of gardens which you are welcome to explore. One of my greatest joys in life is to offer my piece of paradise to the world.

The county of Santa Barbara has a strict NO PARTIES rule. Max 8 people can gather here.

You will be staying in a farm house built in 1900, which has been consciously updated since 2016. The interiors reflect the bohemian roots of my artistic family. Art work from around the world adorns the walls. Asian carpets cover the original oak floors. There are collections of books in almost every room. A Steinway piano, a six string guitar and a baritone ukelele await being played.

Each bedroom offers beds covered in quality organic cotton or bamboo sheets. There are also ceiling fans, black out curtains, white noise machines, and AppleTvs in each bedroom. The kitchen can accommodate preparations for elaborate meals with all the cooking appliances, bake ware, pans and implements that you may need.

New 8 person Jacuzzi installed in May 2022!

The entire property set up with a mesh ethernet system that provides up to 1 gig mbps on a computer and 400 mbps on a phone, not only in the house but throughout the garden as well, so if you need to work, you can do it inside or outside.

Security cameras watch the parking area and the driveway. There is a Ring doorbell and camera at the back entrance to the house next to the driveway for your security.

***Your safety and privacy are important to me! That being said, this house may not be the best fit for the differently abled. The floors are uneven and the gardens are on the wilder side. Shoes should be worn outside at all times. ***

To enhance your relaxation, I can set up a number of in-home activities and experiences for your party, including massage by skilled professional massage therapists, sound bath, well as babysitting.

LIVING ROOM
Hand knotted gabbeh carpets
Steinway piano, ukulele, guitar
Gas fireplace
65” ultra HD 4k TV
Apple TV
Library - hundreds of books
20 board games

KITCHEN
Modern appliances
Stocked pantry- including s’mores makings and sticks for roasting the marshmallows over the gas fire pit at night.
Stocked refrigerator- eggs, bread, milk, butter, jam, coffee beans and condiments
Gas range
Nespresso
Keurig
Mr. Coffee
French Press
Pour-over coffee funnel
Coffee filters
Coffee grinder Milk frother
Kitchen-aid mixer
Toaster
Microwave
Waffle maker- waffle mix provided
Baking pans
Large selection of spices
Formal table setting for 8

DINING ROOM The dining room gives to 90 degree view of the garden and seats 8.

SUN PORCH The sun porch provides a reading and resting area as well as a work desk with a blue tooth printer and bookshelves filled with cookbooks, art books, poetry books and more. A wall of picture windows looks out upon the tropical interior patio.

BEDROOM DETAILS Each of the bedrooms have blackout curtains, 2 Turkish 100% cotton robes in each closet, white noise machines, a television with AppleTV, Netflix and Amazon Prime.

1st Bedroom
Blue William Morris 100% cotton linens
King bed
1 Chair
2 Bedside reading lights
2 Night stands
Closet
Decorated with paintings by Sir William Russel Flint and woodblock prints by Edward Gordon Craig
En-suite bathroom with shower
French doors to back patio
Door to bedroom 2 with the orange linens.

2nd Bedroom
Orange Yves Delorme Linens
Queen bed
Chair
Private entrance and balcony that exits into the front garden
Decorated with grandmother's collection of Japanese toys, Asian art and philosophy books
Door to main bedroom
Door to the central
Uses shower in central bathroom.

3rd Bedroom
Chartreuse 100% cotton Linens
Queen bed
Attached bathroom with shower
Door to central hall
Door to the fourth bedroom
Decorated with Art Nouveau Belgian poster &
Japanese laquered carved stone screen

4th Bedroom
Botanical Linens
Queen bed
Closet
Private porch with table and four chairs
Mini split for ac and heating
This bedroom has a door to bedroom 3. You can either enter bedroom 2 to use it’s attached bathroom, or you can exit through the porch and enter the house through the living room to use the central bathroom.

DECK
6 chairs
2 tables
2 shade umbrellas

OUTDOOR PATIO
Dining table and 8 chairs
2 Shade umbrellas
Gas BBQ
150 year old oak tree!

FRONT GARDEN
Two Hammocks
2 couches
2 loungers
Gas Fire pit
Giant sandstone boulders!
300 year old oak tree!

In May, the lemons and oranges are ripe. The giant bird of paradise, hibiscus, canna, Mexican sage and geraniums bloom throughout the year. In the fall, persimmons, loquats, pomegranates, nectarines, almonds and grapes are ripe. The garden has just gotten certification as a wild life habitat by the National Wildlife Association. Come relax. Enjoy country life and all Santa Barbara has to offer. The guests have full access to the house and surrounding gardens.

The house entry is with coded keypads.

I am available for any questions you may have or things you need. I have an older miniature pincher rescue and a very friendly cat. I do allow dogs, but not if they like to dig in gardens. Cleaning up after your dog is mandatory to preserve the cleanliness and enjoyment of the garden and yard. Thank you.

Mission Canyon is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Santa Barbara. Take a walk around the neighborhood to see the grand homes that started being built in 1880. Some homes are hidden behind stone walls up long driveways, but many proudly display well cared for gardens and impressive architecture.

It is a 10 minute walk to the Natural History Museum and a 15 minute walk to the Santa Barbara Mission. Rocky Nook Park is also about a 12 minute walk away. It is a 10 minute drive to the beach and 15 minutes to the top of the mountains and 10 minutes to downtown.

Trader Joes, CVS, Gelson’s, Renaud’s premium bakery, sushi and Indian food are a 5 minute drive away. The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is just a 8 minute drive. You are close to everything but feel like you are far out in the country.

There are taxis, Uber, and Lift in Santa Barbara. There is also a bus service. Rental cars are available at the airport and elsewhere in Santa Barbara. Thank you.

Property manager

Maya Adams
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Amenities

Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Property Registration Number 798

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Mission Canyon, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and Andree Clark Bird Refuge. Check out an event or a game at Santa Barbara Bowl, and consider making time for Santa Barbara Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 11 min walk
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 15 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 6 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 14 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yellow Belly - 18 min walk
  • McConnell's Ice Cream - 4 min drive
  • IHOP - 4 min drive
  • Los Agaves - 18 min walk
  • Harry's Plaza Cafe - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bohemian Art House Santa Barbara w/ jacuzzi, vast library, fire pit, & Steinway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Bohemian Art House Santa Barbara w/ jacuzzi, vast library, fire pit, & Steinway ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bohemian Art House Santa Barbara w/ jacuzzi, vast library, fire pit, & Steinway ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bohemian Art House Santa Barbara w/ jacuzzi, vast library, fire pit, & Steinway located?

Located in Mission Canyon, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, Upper State Street and Mission Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Botanical Garden and Santa Barbara Botanic Garden are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul G.

Cosy house in nice Sana Barbara residential neighborhood
The house is comfortable and shady. Everything works: air con, wifi, heating, etc. It is 15 minutes walk to local bars, restaurants and shops; 10 minutes easy drive to downtown. The owner is on site and is helpful but unobtrusive. The only slight negative during our visit in November '18 was daytime noise from landscaping work going on next door.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful retreat!
Had a wonderful short stay for a small reunion with family. Maya’s place was perfect for us to both hang out and see Santa Barbara. The neighborhood is lovely, friendly and great for walking. We liked that it was quiet and away from the bustle of downtown. Thoroughly enjoyed the fire pit with smores, the hot tub and playing games. If you love books, you’ll enjoy her extensive collection of children’s books. The home is well stocked with everything you might need during your stay. We hope to make this an annual retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Spent the weekend at Maya’s property with my family and 2 year old daughter. The house was the perfect size and had a fun yard for my daughter to explore. Lots of extras that were great to have in the house - coffee, s’more stuff, staples in the fridge etc. made our stay easy and enjoyable. Neighborhood is beautiful and quiet. Great for a relaxing weekend! Bonus - Maya had many books in the house, including a large selection of children’s books. My daughter loved it! Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely repeat stay
We enjoyed the property a second time and were able to explore the Mission and botanical gardens nearby. As always, our kids love the books, games, fire pit and hot tub!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allyson M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Maya’s place has so much character and is just plain beautiful! My friends and I very much enjoyed staying here while visiting Santa Barbara for a few days!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Maya Adams

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My grandmother purchased this property in 1962. She was a divorced woman and no bank would give her a loan, but the man who inherited the property trusted her and carried the loan. She paid it off in 15 years. I grew up here but have lived much of my life on the east coast and in Europe. I've traveled the world and am very happy to return to my true home. I've spent the last year and a half fixing up the house and the gardens. It is a labor of love. I am so happy to share this paradise with others.
I love people of all kinds. I live to hear laughter in the front house. I live in a little cottage in the back.

Why they chose this property

This 1/2 acre property has old growth oaks, jasmine, giant birds of paradise, orange, lemon, tangerine, avocado, loquat and persimmon trees. There are little sitting areas all over the property. There is a hammock, three fire pits, a great night sky and fairly lights guiding your way through the pathes. The home is filled with art from around the world and a 800 plus book collection begun in the 1920's. The beds are extra comfortable and the linens are extra fine. It is as if you have come to stay at your wild world traveling aunts house and everything is provided for your greatest comfort.
The property is in the oldest residential neighborhood in Santa Barbara, behind the old mission and a 10 minute walk to the fabulous museum of natural history.

What makes this property unique

Close to down town, but tucked away in a private exclusive and historical neighborhood.

There is ample parking for big parties. The grounds feature many private relaxing areas, two fire pits, two BBQs, fruit trees, tiki torches and a wading pool.
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