Mesa Gem
Santa Barbara
8 Guests
2 Beds
2 Bathrooms
Pet Friendly
Welcome to Mesa Gem, a stylish, light-filled beach retreat tucked in Santa Barbara’s beloved Mesa neighborhood—perfect for a family beach vacation, romantic escape, or adventure with friends.
From the moment you arrive, you’re just minutes from some of Santa Barbara’s best beaches and coastal adventures. Stroll to Mesa Lane Beach over a charming seasonal creek bridge, or explore surf spots like One Thousand Steps, Leadbetter Beach, and Hendry’s Beach. Just a few blocks away, the Douglas Family Preserve offers breathtaking ocean-view trails, perfect for hikes, picnics, or spotting dolphins at sunset.
For a change of pace, head to the Santa Barbara Zoo, Botanical Garden, or the vibrant Funk Zone—all within a 10-minute drive. Surrounded by walkable cafes, parks, and markets, this sunny 2BR/2BA home blends indoor comfort with laid-back coastal charm, creating an ideal home base for beach days, outdoor adventures, and relaxed coastal living.
The flexible layout makes it easy for everyone to spread out and enjoy:
• On the entry level, you’ll find a king bedroom, full bath, cozy living room with Roku TV, a wet bar, and a fun bunk bed nook—great for kids or extra guests. A private lower patio offers a shady spot to unwind next to a seasonal creek.
• Upstairs, enjoy a full kitchen, indoor dining, a second king bedroom, another full bath, and a spacious ocean-view balcony with a grill and dining area—perfect for sunset dinners and relaxed summer nights.
Highlights include:
• Fast WiFi, two Roku TVs, and cozy gathering spaces on both levels
• Walkable to beaches, parks, dining, and groceries
• Driveway parking for two vehicles plus street options
• Pet-friendly for dogs (sorry, no cats)
Whether you’re building sandcastles with the kids, sipping wine under the stars, or catching a coastal trail at sunrise, Mesa Gem is your home base for the ultimate Santa Barbara experience.
Beds
Bedroom 1
1 King
Bedroom 2
1 King
Living Room
1 Sofa Bed
Living Room
1 Bunk
Facility
- Free Parking
Essentials
- Heating
- Air Conditioning
- Bed Linens
- Towels
- Hot Water
- Kitchen
- Laptop Friendly
- Dryer
- Essentials
- Hangers
- Washer
- Hair Dryer
- Shampoo
- Private Entrance
- Iron & Ironing Board
- High Speed Internet
- Hot Water
- Coffee
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Parking for Two Cars
- AC Mini Split Unit
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Basics
- Dishes & Silverware
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Oven
- Toaster
- Stove
- Dining table
Entertainment
- Television
- Smart TV
Attractions
- Marina
- Museums
- Winery Tours
- Zoo
Leisure
- Antiquing
- Bird Watching
- Boating
- Eco Tourism
- Horseback Riding
- Outlet Shopping
- Paddle Boating
- Shopping
- Whale Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Sports
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Para-gliding
- Para-sailing
- Racquetball
- Sailing
- Surfing
- Swimming
Home Safety
- Smoke Detector
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
Outdoor
- Garden or Backyard
- Patio or Balcony
- Grill
- Outdoor Dining Table
- Outdoor Furniture
Location
- Near Ocean
- Ocean View
Themes
- Family
- Romantic
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Peaceful Getaway with Stunning Ocean Views and Prime Location
by IanBeautiful place, great ocean view from the upstairs patio. Walking distance from the gorgeous Douglas Preserve. A peaceful base of operations for adventures in Santa Barbara
Great spot!
by RaymondGreat house in a great location.
Perfect Location with Beautiful Views
by Shannon & DevinThe location can not be beat! A park is just a short walk away, stunning views from the second floor and balcony and an easy walk to Mesa Beach. We loved our stay and would definitely stay here again in the future.
Charming Home with Beautiful Ocean Views
by MitchellThe house was charming, clean, private, and in a beautiful location for relaxing at both the house and nearby beach. A notable feature was the second-floor deck, which was spacious and had nice views of the ocean. Would definitely stay here again!
Perfect Getaway for the Family
by LaurenThis is a lovely getaway spot! I took my two boys on a little road trip and this space fit the bill! It’s two levels and the boys had a nice space they could make their own downstairs and I had my own space upstairs. We walked every day to the local park and very much enjoyed our stay! This spot made a nice impression on the family!
Perfect Location for a Multi-Family Getaway
by BrendaMesa Gem was a perfect location for our multi-family weekend getaway. The location is perfect, with views of the ocean from the balcony patio. The footbridge gave us access to a great park and restaurants and shopping. The home was well stocked and well maintained. We will definitely rent this home again in the future.
Private and Well-Equipped Stay with Beautiful Gardens!
by MichelleWhat I know others will love about this property: the private walled garden of many levels (deck, balcony, sitting areas, plants, etc.), private bedrooms and bathrooms on each floor, well-equipped kitchen, soap, shampoo, conditioner, hair dryer, washer and dryer, laundry items, plenty of coffee (kcup and ground drip), view of the ocean, walkable to Shoreline Park and beach coves, quiet neighborhood, and easy, quick drives to grocers and restaurants. I will book this location again!
Stunning Views and Perfect Ocean Proximity!
by MarkI loved the view. It was a short walking distance from the ocean. It had everything we needed for a great stay.
Lovely Home, Great Location, Super Comfy Beds!
by LindseyIt was a lovely house. A 10 minute walk to the beach which is great. Lovely places to walk. Lots of things in short driving distance. The beds were super comfortable. We had a great time
Spectacular Location and Deck Views!
by KevinThe location and view from the spacious deck was tremendous.
Perfect Getaway in an Ideal Location!
by BertThis is probably one of the nicest airbnbs we have ever stayed at. It is in the perfect location and was the perfect getaway.
Spectacular Sunrise Views and Perfect Location for a Restful Stay
by JohnThe view from the deck over Coast Guard property to the sea to watch the sun rise is spectacular. The house is quaint, but grew on us. We were sad to leave after a wonderfully restful 10 day stay. The house is on a cul de sac and is next to a well-used trail not far from two lovely parks - and near the shops - and so we enjoyed safe walking each day.
Beautiful Home in an Amazing Location—Close to Beach and Amenities!
by AmirAmazing location and beautiful home that’s walking distance from the beach, groceries and coffee. We had a great time.
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