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Iconic, Unique Home in the Heart of Downtown SB!

Apartment with kitchenette, near Santa Barbara Bowl

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Iconic, Unique Home in the Heart of Downtown SB! (Santa Barbara)
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Iconic, Unique Home in the Heart of Downtown SB! (Santa Barbara)
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El Jardin Pequeno, located in downtown Santa Barbara, offers a vibrant retreat with colorful steps leading to a cozy two-bedroom one-bathroom home. With Moroccan tile and custom wrought iron details, this whimsical abode features a super-efficient kitchenette for meal prep and game nights at the unique suspended dining table.

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Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 494 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Iconic, Unique Home in the Heart of Downtown SB!

El Jardin Pequeno

Enter the wild and wacky world of Jeff Shelton!

Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara is proud to manage a home built by this world-renowned, Santa Barbara local architect, with a one-of-a-kind way of looking at the world. His ingenious fusion of whimsical artistry and vibrant function culminate in some of the most well-recognized buildings and happy homes in downtown Santa Barbara.

El Jardin Pequeno is the two bedroom one bathroom home located on the second level of a 4-story building known as “El Jardin,” in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. From street level, ascend the colorful steps that lead to a memorable retreat with plenty of personality. Morrocan tile, bright use of hand tooled glass, and custom wrought iron in varying shapes, are just the beginning of the signature style that makes staying at a Shelton-designed home a lively and fun experience for each and every guest.

Cozy up on the blue velvet couch for movie night in front of a large flat screen tv. Whip up a yummy meal in the super-efficient KITCHENETTE with dual burner induction cooktop, microwave, and raised bar, please note there is no oven. One of the most stunning features is the unique suspended dining table with a smooth piano finish, and an irregular whimsical shape that makes game night or mealtime amusing. Hidden away is a full-capacity front-loading washer and dryer, perfect for extended stays or to keep towels ready for the next oceanfront outing.

A sunny bedroom with a queen-size bed has the added sleeping convenience of a twin bunk bed to sleep four guests comfortably. In a second bedroom, enjoy a restful night's sleep, or a well-deserved breakfast in bed, in the comfortable queen-size bed. From either room, enjoy mountain views over Santa Barbara's red tile roofs, or awake to sunrise casting a warm glow over the city. A shared hall bathroom completes the offerings of this cool city apartment-style retreat. As is typical with many Santa Barbara homes, this property does not have AC. Open windows and the use of fans allow ocean breezes in to keep the house cool during hot summer months.

Head out the front door to explore all that Santa Barbara has to offer. Take a self-guided tour of the other Shelton-designed homes, gather organic ingredients for dinner at the local Farmer's Market, sip tasty wines in the Funk Zone, or simply stroll over to nearby State Street, alive with energy and world-class shopping, eateries, galleries, theater and more.

Treat yourself to a memorable stay at El Jardin Pequeno, for the fun of it!

Additionally available upon special request is a third bedroom suite at ground level that can accommodate two more guests. A king-size bed, television, bathroom with walk-in shower, and ample size closet appoint this private suite nicely. [Additional rates may apply]

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 shared bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Piano
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,008 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

Guests are required to submit their signed contract and initial payment to Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara no later than 24 hours after booking.
Reserving guests will be required to complete a secure ID verification during the booking process. Failure to do so will result in void reservation.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Barbara, this apartment is in the city center. Santa Barbara Bowl and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Paseo Nuevo Mall and La Arcada. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Earl Warren Showgrounds or UC SB Events Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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What's nearby

  • El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park which includes signage and heritage elements
    El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Chapel of El Presidio de Santa Barbara
    Presidio Santa Barbara
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sant Barbara. USA
    Paseo Nuevo Mall
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture
    Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lobero Theater
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station
    19 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Press Room
    10 min walk
  • Handlebar Coffee
    3 min walk
  • Mother Dough Bagels
    7 min walk
  • La Paloma Cafe
    6 min walk
  • California Pasta
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Iconic, Unique Home in the Heart of Downtown SB! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Iconic, Unique Home in the Heart of Downtown SB!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Iconic, Unique Home in the Heart of Downtown SB!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Iconic, Unique Home in the Heart of Downtown SB! located?

Located in Laguna, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Santa Barbara Bowl. Rafael Gonzalez House and Santa Barbara Historical Museum are just steps away. Santa Barbara Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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Iconic, Unique Home in the Heart of Downtown SB! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

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Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay near downtown SB

My family and I enjoyed our stay at the apartment. The building architecture was interesting and the location was great. The apartment itself was spacious and a comfortable layout for my family. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Accurate description on VRBO. Great location for walking to downtown. Comfortable beds and great towels. Kitchen is small but well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

This was a wondeful property for a quick family getaway. Beautiful architecture, very clean, responsive property manager, walking distance to restaurants and beach. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annemiek S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Our stay was wonderful. The architecture, the space, the location, we were surprised! Santa Barbara is a great place to be and with this appartment, it makes it complete. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location - clean and comfortable

The place was just what we wanted: easy and close by, clean and spacious enough for the three of us. One highlight is the large dining table because we are board gamers and had a great spot to play! The one bathroom (as advertized) was big and easy to share.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johann F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Location

We had a great stay at this property. The location was perfect as you could walk eveywhere. 10 mins to State St and 20 mins to the beach. Also a fabulous coffee shop just around the corner. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SB escape

Roomy, eclectic environment. Loved the design and decor. Great location for restaurants, bars, shopping and the SB Bowl, but in a residential area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful apartment

Wonderful apartment in an historic and artistic building in Santa Barbara. Very clean and tidy, with nice furnishings. We loved the place, as it was within easy walking distance of downtown, and was very quiet at night. 100% would return!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

barbara o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous find in SB

Very unique architecture wherein evefy detail was asthetically pleasing to the senses. It was truly appreciated and we enjoyede ery mo.ent of our glorious stay. The apartment was appointedwith luxufiousitems and immacate. A great location that enabled us to walk around and not bother with the car. Thanks for a a perfect girls weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SBCC home Football Game!

The property is not only architecturally, stimulating and exciting. It is spacious and lovely on the inside! The property manager was very responsive and quick to reply. With the few questions we had during our stay check-in was a breeze. The location is it 10! Walking distance from all of the local attractions, restaurants, and shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Patti

Absolutely loved the property and location. At first I thought we were far from everything. But found a delcicous coffee shop, Handlebar, a fabulous breakfast and pastry shop, Alessia’s and a great Mexican restaurant La Playa Azul all within 600 feet. And State Street is just a little further!! Would absolutely stay here again! Michele’s communication is fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reetu C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for short stay

This unit was in a great location with a short walk downtown and short drive to the beach. It was clean and easily accommodated our family of four during our short two night stay. It has a small kitchen and cooktop perfect for a light breakfast before heading out but probably not condusive to cooking full meals. We also had trouble accessing the washer/dryer, which wasn't a big deal for our short stay. I would recommend this as a unique and comfortable place to stay if you plan to have most meals out on the town, which you totally should because the food and atmosphere is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, comfortable bed, sofa and nice television location.

The general feeling is somewhat dated. The single bathroom for a 2 bedroom was disappointing. Very small wicker table was the only place to put bathroom necessities, literally 12 x 12 inches in a pretty large space. Electrical outlets were complex— sometime worked sometimes didn’t— very frustrating. Otherwise decent furnishings and great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pequino-beautiful & close to everything

Two adults, 18 days.The apartment is as described. We found the unique and handmade elements throughout to be delightful.The rooms are large, though the kitchen is tiny. But who cares?--with so many good restaurants and bakeries within a few minutes walking distance.Though only one bathroom, it is large.The hot water in the bathroom sink is warm, but the shower has plenty of hot water. The washing machine and dryer worked fine.The property management agency is absolutely the BEST I've ever dealt with. Prompt and satisfactory responses were provided to every question or problem.Onstreet parking was not difficult in February, so we did not use the designated parking place.The long stairs up to this first floor apartment are steep and narrow, a bit difficult to negotiate with big suitcases.Don't miss the nearby farmers market on Tuesday and Saturday.Overall, we loved the unit, the excellent service and downtown location.
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and well done interiors! Due to the unique building any windows and doors left open can be accessed by anyone from the street or in upper units.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, beautiful property

Loved everything about our stay. They place was clean, comfortable and the location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property!

Great property and fabulous location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jereb C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Loved this place! Walking distance to state st and all the food!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

J M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and unique property

We liked the location and unique look of the property. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tessa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, fabulous house.

Wonderful time on this beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy Breezy stay in SB

Besides the amazing architecture of the building this spot's location and easy functionality made our quick holiday trip a breeze.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sadick

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We had a blast in this cool pad in the heart of downtown S.B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property!

Wonderful location, beautiful architecture and furnishings. Efficiency kitchen for the basics with lots of great restaurants to eat at within a couple of blocks!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super nice property

The condo was beautiful, clean, and as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay, easy walking distance

Property was very clean and an quick walk to restaurants and shopping. We rented the third bedroom almost solely for the extra bathroom. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022