“I have only rave reviews for this swap which was great in every way. It was our first international swap and we were initially a little nervous (on both sides) but from the first Skype conversation with Rae, I was reassured and comfortable. We stayed in Rae's house for 3 weeks. It was immaculate, beautiful, incredibly well located and suited us down to the ground. Communication was excellent, to the point that we've made friends: Rae helped us plan what we'd see and do, checked in with us regularly and took genuine pleasure in what a great time we were having. We were sad to leave but thrilled to see our home had been so well looked after in our absence. Can we come again next year??”
Santa Barbara Ocean and City views!
Santa Barbara Ocean and City views!

Rae
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- 3 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 2 Bathrooms
About our home
My home is in the quintessential "Santa Barbara" location and has wide open city, ocean and island views of Santa Barbara. It is very clean, new, organized and comfortable. It is decorated with designer furnishings and no clutter. It has every amenity you would want to feel at home. Gourmet kitchen, garage, beautiful landscaping, luxury linens, washer/dryer, driveway parking. It feels private, yet close to downtown and all the action. The kitchen is fully equipped with high quality appliances and utensils. The kitchen, dining room, family room and master bedroom all take advantage of the view. The master bedroom has a king size bed. The 2 other rooms have full size beds.
The home is situated above an outdoor concert venue. In the summer you may walk to a live concert or listen to the concert from the balcony.
Downtown Santa Barbara with many restaurants and lots of shopping is a 5 minute drive or a 20 minute walk. It is a steep walk back home though - To get the views, we have to be on a hill. All other sites are no more than a 15 minute drive. The beach is a 5 minute drive. Parking in Santa Barbara is easy. Hiking trails are right outside the door or you may drive 5-10 minutes for a variety.
Santa Barbara is known for the wineries. We have many within city limits and world class, Napa style wineries in
Santa Ynez, a 45 minute drive.
I am open to points, swap or rental.
I have no pets to take care of. I do not have a car to lend. I will always be available during your stay for questions and recommendations. I am happy to help in any way.
Features
- Main home
- Garden
- Balcony
- Cleaner
- Wifi
- Cable TV
- No smoking
- Central heating
- Dish washer
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Parking
- No pets
Rae's reviews
As a host (2)“It was one of the most beautiful places we ever stayed at. Immaculate, comfortable home with amazing views! The bed was super comfortable with such nice views, it was hard to leave it. There were views from everywhere, bedroom, living room, kitchen. We could pick: coffee over stunning ocean views and overlooking Santa Barbara or wine at night with expanding city views. However the best part was communicating with Rae, she made everything so easy and nice. She's warm, sweet and generous. We loved every minute of our 5 day stay. Highly recommended! ”
More about us
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I am a single mom with 2 incredible kids. I would probably be traveling alone. Possibly I would travel with my 15 year old daughter.
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I am a small business owner and love what I do.
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I will treat your home as if it were my own.
Swap availability
- White
- Open to offers
- Green
- Available
- Red
- Not Available
Where is it?
Neighbourhood
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