Situated in the southern Santa Barbara County in California, Goleta is a beautiful city with the majestic landscape, rich vegetations and breathtaking coastline. It has become a melting pot for tourists who seek some peaceful and quality time away from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis. With so many charming attractions and remarkable landmarks, your time here will be memorable and fun-filled. If you happen to find yourself in Goleta one of these days, check out the Goleta Beach Park. You may also spend a day of butterfly watching in Goleta Butterfly Cove. If you are into history and heritage, you might enjoy an afternoon at the South Coast Railroad Museum. If you are in search of a convenient and charming place to stay, here is a list of the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Goleta, California. Feel free to browse below.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. A fabulous cottage for a romantic getaway (from USD 103)
This fabulous and stylish Vrbo vacation rental is ideal for guests on a romantic getaway as it can only accommodate two people. It features a beautifully furnished home with hardwood floorings and off-white colored walls. It has a relaxing cool and airy ambiance. In addition, it houses a charming single bedroom, a private bathroom, a kitchen with cooking necessities, a lovely dining area, and a cozy living space with a flat-screen TV. To top it all off, it is just a short distance from the breathtaking beach.
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Our only complaint the weather was rainy most of the weekWe very much enjoyed our stay at the pine cone cottage Light and airy with a wonderful yard Sheryl pays attention to detail is helpful and not intrusive Close to the beachcan we have your recipe for the delicious granola?Read more reviewsLocation:
the pine cone cottage is located in a very good neighborhoodVery peaceful Easy check in processA charming little cottage in the back of a main house
2. Fantastic vacation rental for 12 guests (from USD 592)
If you are in the beautiful city of Goleta for the sights and eats, this vacation rental is a good choice for your stay. It is conveniently located close to the beach and other well-visited establishments like excellent restaurants, souvenir shops, salons, and others. Plus, it can accommodate up to 12 guests, ideal for family reunions or team-building activities. Not only that, it has a gorgeous pool area waiting for you to dive into. In total, it has four charming bedrooms, two private bathrooms, one with a bathtub, a modern kitchen, a lovely dining space, and a comfortable living room.
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Spacious plenty of room for every oneI recommend upgrade the bed of one of the bedroomsThe kitchen is large and has almost everything you would needEverything in the Living Room Pool & Jacuzzi and Kitchen was OKGreat Kitchen Lots of extras with games and TVCleanliness:
The house was clean and fully stocked with everything we neededHost:
Rick was immediately responsive and was a great hostWe had a great time and rick the owner was available and helpfulOlder property but nice Owner very accommodatingFirst experience with an Airbnb Great house with lots of roomWe had our kids and grandkids stay with usRead more reviewsLocation:
It was a great property inside and outMinutes from Santa Barbara airport and shoppingGood location - quiet very nice
3. A sunny condo with a serene view (from USD 125)
With the peaceful neighborhood and the serene view of the Ellwood Preserve, you will find your stay here comfortable and relaxing. It is a lovely condo-type accommodation with expansive sliding glass doors and expansive windows that let lots of natural light to come through. In total it has two chic and cozy bedrooms, two charming private bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen area with granite countertops, a lovely dining space, a comfortable living room with couch seatings and a flat-screen TV, and a beautiful mini garden.
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The place was just like the pictureswell stocked kitchen comfy bedrooms and baths lots of closet spaceYou can ride down to the beach or along the beach cliffs - spectacularI think that was the first time inThis condo has everything anyone could want It is clean and fully stockedCleanliness:
The condo furnishings are charming and it was so clean and well cared forThe unit itself was perfectly set up - light and airy beautifully decorated and well appointedHost:
hiking trails etc and easy to communicate withvery very nice and accomadatingThe owners are a very nice and helpful family Theneighborhood is very friendly and quiet and our kids thoroughlyenjoyed the community poolYou are close to the airportit seemed only fair to them to let other people know how great this place is SufficeRead more reviewsLocation:
It is a great location with lots of restaurants and shopping near by MaryThe condo is conveniently located near a shopping center with a supermarket and several restaurantsIt's located in a townhouse development about a mile or so from the main shops/supermarket GoletaThe house looks out on a park belonging to UC Santa BarbaraThe location is extremely convenient close to parks shopping and facing a beautiful golf course
4. Private haven for eight with amazing views (from USD 950)
This charming vacation rental is located 15-minute drive away from downtown Santa Barbara where you can find excellent restaurants, high-energy bars, retail stores, souvenir shops, and many more. It stands on a peaceful and safe gated paradise with spectacular views of the surroundings. Plus, it showcases a modern rustic interior design with expansive windows and cool and airy ambiance. It houses three charming bedrooms, three private bathrooms, a functional kitchen, a lovely dining space, a comfortable living room area with a fireplace, two indoor hot tubs, and surrounding Ipe decks.
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The home is relaxing and comfortableThe home itself was gorgeous meticulously maintained and very comfortable for 6 adults and two kids under 2determine from the photos are the wonderful viewsGoleta itself is a nice little town with plenty of restaurants/supermarketsEverything from the stunning views and landscape to the decor and layout of the home is perfectCleanliness:
the bathrooms are like the luxury hotelsclean and with beautiful views to the mountains and oceanThe landscaping around the house is decorated with succulents and palms with a creek and so much moreHost:
Beautiful home wonderful personal touchesEverybody in our family could not have been happier with the accommodationsWe cooked bird watched hiked around the lake and read while we all entered a special relaxation zoneHighly recommend this property Owner aims to please and property is tastefully decorated with many high-end features Spectacular ocean hillside lake and wildlife viewsPS Andrea is a most gracious and helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
There is a large choice of nice beaches either 20 mins north or 2 mins southThe true beauty of this property is the location itselfSanta Barbara is a lovely town and we also really enjoyed Solvang and Montecito Highly recommendedEverything about this place was First ClassThe check in process was quick and efficient good communication from the manager
5. Newly remodeled home for a group (from USD 400)
Featuring lovely hardwood floorings and cool and airy ambiance, this vacation rental is a cozy haven that you can book for your Goleta vacation. Not only it is beautiful, but it is also conveniently located within a short distance from the breathtaking beach and other well-visited attractions. It is large and spacious enough for 12 guests, featuring a modern kitchen with granite countertops, a lovely dining area, and a cozy living room area with couch seatings and a flat-screen TV. Plus, it houses four charming bedrooms and two private bathrooms.
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It is a little sparse in terms of furnitureRead more reviewsLocation:
The process to check in and out very easyIt's conveniently located to UCSB and close to groceries stores Also a good amount of restaurants nearby Gaurav was very responsive with questionsClean home with lots of bedrooms Close drive to UCSB campus and downtownI enjoyed the bikes that we could borrow from the garageI loved the location so close from the beach
6. A modern ranch-style house (from USD 300)
If you are into a peaceful and quiet lifestyle, this Vrbo accommodation might pique your interest. It stands in a quiet and safe neighborhood that is conveniently located close to the Lake Los Carneros. This is a modern ranch-style vacation house that is tastefully furnished and has upscale appliances. Plus, it showcases a lovely hardwood flooring and expansive windows that make the home cool and airy. It includes three stunning bedrooms, two private bathrooms, a functional modern kitchen, a lovely dining space, and a cozy living room area with a comfy couch seating and a flat-screen TV.
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cooking utensils serving dishes potsThe property was better than we had anticipated with great living space and a wonderful backyard patioWe'll be reserving it againWe spent most of our time in the garden admiring the plants and relaxingIt has an open spacious floor plan was clean and convenient to the airport and freewayCleanliness:
Property was very clean and comfortableVery clean and very convenient to GoletaThe bedrooms bathrooms and kitchen are very niceBeds were very comfortable Close to UCSB so very handy for our visitHost:
But he was a great communicator and made it rightThe host was attentive to making sure our expectations were metJud is an amazing host and was very responsiveEverything worked well and Jud was easy to communicate and work withThe owner Jud had a family emergency and delayed the start of our weekendRead more reviewsLocation:
My family took advantage of the nearby walking and biking trails A grocery store and many more shops are located a mile awayHouse was clean and updated lots of natural light in the house Nice outside garden areaWe enjoyed hanging out in the backyard and used the grill a couple times to make dinnerThe house is close to UCSB and thus close to my son's apartmentWe enjoyed it just as much as exploring the local area State Street and Solvang
Peaceful stay in Goleta
Visiting cities as beautiful and peaceful as Goleta is such an exciting life event. You may be overwhelmed by the millions of ideas: which restaurant to try and which attractions to visit. Most importantly, you may be stressing over a convenient and cozy accommodation. This is where this article comes in. It aims to help you choose the best Vrbo vacation rental that is perfect for you and is according to your preference and budget. May you have an amazing vacation ahead!
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