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Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa

Vacation home near Santa Barbara County Courthouse in Santa Barbara

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Exterior
Dining
Interior
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom520 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Mesa Lane Steps Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Elings Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Arroyo Burro Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

The Mesa stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this The Mesa vacation home, you'll find Mesa Lane Steps Beach and Elings Park. Arroyo Burro Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mesa Lane Steps Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Elings Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Arroyo Burro Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Shoreline Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • 1000 Steps Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Shoreline Park - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Super Cucas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse at Hendry's Beach - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa

1 BEDROOM | 1 BATHROOM | 2 GUESTS

Relax in this tropical getaway in Santa Barbara’s beachy Mesa neighborhood. You’ll be steps away from the Douglas Family Preserve, a hidden local favorite to walk dogs and capture the sunset. Mesa Lane Beach is just two blocks away where you can stroll along the cliffside to the beachside Boathouse Restaurant for dinner and drinks.

This attached guest home has been designed for you to feel comfortable and enjoy the scenery. With palm trees and birds of paradise throughout, you’ll be immersed in tropical vibes. The open concept living space offers a full Kitchen, Dining, and sitting area. The Bedroom features luxurious sheets and a doorway to a separate private patio. Conclude your beach walk by firing up the gas grill for dinner, opening a bottle of wine, and watching the sunset. Paradise Retreats is thrilled to offer Mesa Bliss!

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Walk to the beach and nature preserve
- Outdoor dining and grill
- Close to downtown

FAQ's:
- Cancellation Policy: See "Policies" tab above
- Property Address: Available after reservation confirmation
- TV's: 42” (1)
- High Speed WiFi: YES
- Coffee Maker: Keurig Single Cup
- Pet Policy: Call us!
- Bedroom/Bathroom Details: See "Rooms and Beds" tab above
- Parking Max: 2 Cars (Garage- 0 / Driveway-0 / Street-2)
- # of King Size Beds: 0
- Air Conditioning (A/C): NO (portable fan available)
- Party Rentals/Hosted Events: Prohibited

**GUEST AGREES TO ELECTRONICALLY SIGN OUR RESERVATION AGREEMENT within 2 days of booking. (Emailed to Guest upon booking.)**

POLICIES:
- Minimum Age of Primary Guest: 30 years or older.
- Quiet Hours: 9:00pm-9:00am. Please respect our neighbors.
- No Smoking on Property.
- Pet Policy: Call us!
- No Party Rentals or Hosted Events.
- Check-in: 3:00pm or later.
- Check-out: 10:00am or earlier.
- Manager/Homeowner Reserves the Right to Deny Reservation.
- Until Confirmed, Rates are Subject to Change.

Please note: We require an eSigned short-term rental agreement before finalizing your reservation.

Pets may be considered at this home but require written authorization and additional fees.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving 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

General

  • Unit size: 520 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals 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
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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Mesa Bliss Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa to the airport?

This vacation home is 10.3 mi (14-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Mesa Lane Steps Beach and 1.3 mi (3-min drive) from Arroyo Burro Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa to downtown Santa Barbara?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vicki A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Greatest thing about the place was the location - just about perfect for us - close to the Mesa Lane Steps and the Douglas Family Preserve. Also very easy to drive to those places away from the general neighborhood when we wanted to.Never met the "host," which was a management company of some sort, but never really needed to. Did not meet owners of the house to which the VRBO property was attached, but never really needed. Although there were six different ways to make coffee (always a big plus), the kitchen was underequipped for any substantive food preparation. It likely would have been fine for a shorter stay, say a long weekend, but for us at two weeks it was bit of a problem.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John G D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the patios, the landscaping around the house. It was close to everything with a car. The washer and dryer is shared with owner but was absolutely not a problem. Watch the step on the way around the garage to the front door. Very enjoyable week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jan m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location. It is so easy to get to the beach, shops, grocery and other towns.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert g.

Liked: Cleanliness

mesa

it was everything as advertised and my sons family block away. see u in sept.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway!

This was a sublime experience- private, luxurious, exceptionally clean and quiet. A short walk to a beautiful nature preserve and spectacular beach. Thank you! I loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved It

We adored this place for our three night stay. It was conveniently located and suited our needs, plus it was charming! The four star for cleanliness was only for the washer, which had a lot of dog hair in it. We enjoyed our time and would, without a doubt, sentry here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joan R., Los Altos, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spot

Our cottage in Santa Barbara was simply awesome. It was one block from the Douglas Family Preserve. The management staff was very responsive. The owners were unbelievably kind and helpful. We would be thrilled to stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Janis S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Connected to main house

Property was very nice. Everything was in good condition. The unit and house did share walls which we did not expect, we thought it was a detached. Location was great.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Meaghan R.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice property

Strongly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location to

We loved how close we were to SBCC so we could help our daughter move. We loved the Douglas Preserve for nightly walks and the beach access walk. Restaurants, stores, and everything we needed was conveniently located. The property was beautiful, clean, and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ira F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Place for Peace

Property is clean & peaceful. The location cannot be beaten, you will be close to everything, we have stayed here 2x's.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

We had a great trip and a great place to stay at. We highly recommend this place for anybody in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, comfy, convenient

Mesa Bliss is surrounded by a tapestry of lush, beautiful landscaping that makes you feel like you are walking into your very own secluded paradise. The neighborhood is safe, lovely and so quiet that we slept with the windows open every night. The house (our vacay home) was well appointed with as gas stove/oven (loved this), a comfy couch, table/chairs, fridge/freezer and lots of cabinets filled with all of the kitchen essentials. The bed and pillows were so comfortable - no restless night for us! The bedroom also had a 5-drawer dresser and plenty of room to store our unloaded suitcases. Bathroom/shower were clean. The water pressure awesome and the windows allowed for fresh air to fill the room after a steamy shower. The owner is so kind in sharing access to their washer/dryer. It came in very handy. Everything is labeled so no need to guess what switch goes to what. My husband and I enjoyed many of the wonderful attractions that Santa Barbara has to offer. (I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival was amazing and fun!). This place was so convenient to all of them - from the airport all the way to a drive to Solvang. We also played several rounds of golf in wonderful weather (Sandpiper/along the ocean, Alisal/Slovang, my fav and Glen Annie/hard!). We had never been to Santa Barbara and I'm so glad we decided to check it out, but moreover, I'm so glad we chose Mesa Bliss to be our home away from home. It was perfect. Don't pass up the chance to stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilda Maria L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and beautiful apartment

Terrific 1-BR located in quiet and beautiful West Mesa neighborhood, within walking distance to beach and park, and short ride to downtown. Apartment was very clean and well put together, and surrounded by tropical gardens. The host and hostess were very graceful. The property is managed by a third party, and they responded quickly to all my questions. Having to go through a third party created confusion at one point, but this was quickly fixed by the home owners. All in all a great property from which to explore Santa Barbara
Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B., Buffalo, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Santa Barbara respite

We arrived and were able to get right into our rental. It was lovely and just a short walk down the block to a beautiful park in the ocean. The property manager was lovely and helped us when needed. Very lovely experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place!

Very nice. Close to every thing “Santa Barbara”.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

rob w., minneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot

Lovely place for a short stay, just a short walk from Douglas Preserve and Mesa Steps. Everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ira F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Santa Barbara get away

Location and facility just great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger Kevin J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

It was cold the first days, no blender? But perfect otherwise. Thank you . We will be back.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony s.

Liked: Cleanliness

beautiful quaint location

wonderful attached separate unit to beautiful home on Mesa in SB recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mesa Magic!

We had a wonderful stay at this property. The surrounding location was beautiful, with Douglas Preserve and the beach nearby, and the condo itself was serene, clean, and nicely decorated. We even passed by the owners of the main house, and they were very friendly and kind people. Thank you so much for the great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay!

Great location, clean, quite, comfortable bed. Nice to be close to nature preserve and beach and lazy acres! Property was just as listed. We will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023