In the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, Downtown Coffee House invites you to experience the charm of a 1905 Craftsman home. Unwind in this cozy abode with two full baths and three bedrooms that sleep up to eight guests. Enjoy a short walk to State Street's shops, restaurants, and nightlife or stroll seven blocks down to the beach.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Gym
The current price is NZ$1,190
NZ$1,190
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach
The Ruth House in downtown Santa Barbara, walk to State St. and Beach The Santa Barbara City Council has hired a team to sweep across the City and identify unpermitted Vacation Rentals. This offering is a Registered Santa Barbara City Vacation Rental and not subject to unexpected cancellation.
The Downtown Ruth House is a Craftsman original 3 br home with sleeping to 8, and with 2 full baths to you. Located in the City of Santa Barbara on a cul de sac, there's ez walking to State St (4 blks) downtown and the beach (7 blks). This 1905 home is upgraded with central heating & a modern kitchen, while retaining much of the original fittings and character of old SB. This sleeps 8 using the LR 's 2 couch single beds.
A video tour of this home is available: https://youtu.be/O5sqwDGCW38
The Craftsman has 2 bathrooms; one with a shower serves the forward bedroom and also has a door to the living area. The master has a Jacuzzi tub in a private bath. The home posts as sleeping 8, which is 8 on beds and also the possibility of another using a good rollaway single kept in a closet. This home has 2 queens in the bedrooms and a trundle on the rear porch which is a single, or 2 singles with the trundle up when it then becomes a king.
In the living room the couch is an Ikea better quality convertible queen. Instructions are on the wall in a frame. More linens are also on hand.
This smaller period home is spacious for 4, comfortable for 6 and will feel small for more than 6. But the sleeping and utilitarian aspect can be stretched to 8. As mentioned, If you are being utilitarian there is also a roll away bed in a closet to sleep #9.
ADD-ONS and OFFERS:
1) Mexican Breakfast or Lunch! Prepared and served by our own Maria.
Authentic hand pressed tortillas and hand ground salsa! Huevos Rancheros style w Beans, rice and all ingredients from scratch. Guests choose salsa intensity. Breakfast or Lunch for 6 $150, add $18 per additional guest. Lunch and Dinner $175 and $18 each additional guest. BONUS: Dining and Kitchen left perfectly clean and put away (Maria is main housekeeper).
2) Floral. During our housekeeping prep for you we will place beautiful sunny bouquet's in the living room (and dining if seperate) and smaller displays in each room. $85.
3) There is also the Happy Hippy Haven Camper in back with a proper full bed. Great for added guest, kids room or pirate quarters!! The camper has no plumbing but has power for heat and TV and is comfortable. All other facilities are a part of the main house. $50 1st night and $25 per night additionally.
NOTE: We have neighbors who will not be happy with any guest group more than posted on your reservation, and they will document and report any abuse. Any plans for gatherings need to be specifically arranged with the host IN ADVANCE, and special daytime gatherings for anniversaries, wedding coordinating and reunion events, etc., can be approved. Otherwise fee's of $150 per person that come to the property can be assessed in our effort to avoid disturbing partys. Don't book those here! Police reports will be received and large deposit charges assessed, and you may be told to leave without further refunds. It will not work out trying to do that here. (thx ). However, happy plans, daytime only, to participate in wedding gatherings or sometimes a birthday, etc, can work out. We will likely discuss parking and things about the event.
The 3rd trundle bed is in a nice finished rear porch which is smaller than a normal bedroom, but adequate with a day bed and a closing door. The day bed is a real single bed and also has a pop up second single bed which aligns to make a king size area bed. This will use up the entire porch when open!, but these are real mattresses and the porch is very comfortable and airy. With the large living room bed-couch and an additional single rollaway bed in a closet, you can sleep up to 9. Two couples and children is a good use of this home. Three couples fit and will feel intimate. More than 6 is utilitarian and is allowed for you to have good value but will clearly be tight in this smaller home.
Smoking is not allowed in the home. Smoking is highly regulated in the City limits; not in buildings or within 20 feet of others. Smoking is allowed outside and elsewhere on this property, but not indoors. We are pet owners and invite pets without upfront extra fee's. The floors are all hard surfaces and pretty much pet friendly. There is a fenced yard. If your pet causes visible soiling in the home there is an excellent vacuum in one of the closets to stay away from extra cleaning fees due to the pet. Using the yard for non-clipped nails pets and/or excitable pets will avoid possible damage. We do have a Pet Fee of $50 if we find beach sand or pet hair inside and any manner of pet waste which has been left for our crew to clean up inside or out. We want pet owners to have a NO COST option, however you must mitigate extra cleaning caused by any pet. Vacuuming pet hair and light mopping a rooms floor if needed is an owner responsibility to avoid charges. Using the fenced yard (see pictures) and limiting the pet time inside might be a good minimization for instance. The TV has NetFlix and Amazon Prime paid. Hundreds and hundreds of movies, TV shows and children's shows. An antenna is also on for local stations to get local news and weather. There is no Cable.
NOTE: Air Conditioning is rarely needed in the beach town of Santa Barbara. However there will be 2-3 weeks a year that can become uncomfortable. We have added Air Conditioning to our rental, however it is a portable model kept in a closet, and requires rolling near the living room window and attaching the hose and fitted bracket to operate it.
You are 4.5 blocks off State Street and you are at block 700 of State at the intersection of Paseo Nuevo Mall and State. This means you are 9.5 blocks from Sterns Wharf, at the Ocean and State. Nightlife is in the 500-800 blocks of State.
There is a host of restaurants, clubs and shopping on State and you will be centrally located to enjoy many choices.
Cancellations that have been charged to credit cards will need to have the card fee's and other out of pockets costs deducted from the refund.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Espresso maker
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Day bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Netflix
Streaming services
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycles
Gym
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding 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
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
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
1905 Downtown Craftsman 4state 5train 7bch PET
05' Intown Craftsman Coffee Hse 4state 5train 7bch PET
164400_361259
About the area
Located in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Santa Barbara Channel are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Paseo Nuevo Mall and La Arcada. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
Is 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach?
As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach on 9 Mar 2026 start from NZ$1,190, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach located?
Located in the heart of Santa Barbara, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Paseo Nuevo Mall and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum and Casa de la Guerra are also within 15 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 19 minutes by foot.
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3Bdrm w 4th in Camper, Parking, fenced, PETS! walk 4 blocks State St, 7 to Beach 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.
This house was centrally located to shopping areas and we could walk everywhere, so that made our stay nice.The weather was beautiful and we love Santa Barbara.
Very convenient with 2 bath and 2.5 bedrooms. Close to the beach, downtown and several stores. Well maintained, clean home with a large selection of coffee and clean linens :)
Great place to stay and awesome location. There are a lot of options for setting up sleep areas. We had an infant and toddler with us and it was amazing to find a pack and play, and an extra twin mattress in a master closet that we could use for the kids. Thanks David! We really enjoyed our stay!
We absolutely loved staying at David's adorable craftsman home. The house was clean, fully stocked with everything we needed, and had plenty of room for our group of 6. The location was perfect - situated on a quiet street that was perfect for relaxing at the house in the evening, while still being just a super quick walk to everything in the area around State Street. David was incredibly helpful and responsive during our stay. Thanks for a lovely weekend!
Fair warning: parking is a little tight, so maybe don't bring a huge truck if it can be avoided. Our SUV fit just fine, but anything bigger might be tough. The location was great. Layout of the house itself is a little weird, but still a great place! The communication with the property owner was A+ as well. I will definitely stay again if I'm ever back in Santa Barbara.
We enjoyed our stay. The location was great, close to everything. We walked everywhere.
The layout of the house was a bit awkward for 3 adults due to there only being one shower.
An eating area in the kitchen would have been nice, but there was no room for one.
The sleeping porch mattress was uncomfortable - too soft.
Otherwise, everything worked well and the house was clean.
james p.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Ryan B.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Great neighborhood but listing was a bit misleading
This home was great and location was extremely convenient.
The listing shows an additional trailer in the back that has an extra bed. However, upon arriving to the property this was off limits and required an additional cost. This was not conveyed to me in a clear matter. Luckily we didn't require it so our stay was unaffected.
Ryan B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
4/10 Poor
Will S.
20 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Low Effort Overpriced
I'm sad to leave this review, because the house has potential to be great. The location is convenient, quiet, felt safe, all that good stuff. The kitchen was nice and functional. The driveway was bonkers, but worked out okay. The property was okay...there's a dirty old camper outback next to a neglected hot tub.
The main problem is the furniture. The listing is accurate, but somehow every single piece of furniture in this house is actively uncomfortable. The beds felt ancient and creaky and rock hard - we tried both main beds left us with sore backs the entire trip. One of them dipped in the middle and the other one was on a weird incline.
The couch is not even a couch - it's just two tiny beds stuck together and one of them doesn't have a back. You're just sitting there with your back up against a window sill. Even the chairs in the living room were all functionally useless.
Minor complaint - TV was from like 2008 and barely ran Netflix.
Communication with the owner was next to nonexistent. I had to follow up on the day of and ask how to get into the place. I contacted him about the air conditioner and he didn't reply for hours.
If this was a super cheap rental, I'd say okay, you can live with it, but I spent $2,099 for a Friday-Monday trip to stay in a place that was less comfortable than a Super 8 Motel. If you're making that much per night, take some of that money and invest it in the few pieces of furniture that literally all of your guests will be using.
Super cute Craftsman Bungalow! It felt like we were vacationing at the "family cabin on the lake". We were able to walk downtown 1-2 times each day. Nice backyard, big enough for the dog to run and for us to rally a pickleball. Thanks!
Perfect location, clean, good amount of light indoors and big backyard for the dog. We really enjoyed our stay here! Thanks, david for all of your help!
Loved this place it is in a perfect location, close to restaurants and shops. Truly enjoyed our stay! David was responsive and ensured we made ir in ok. Home was clean! Would definitely recommend.