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Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly)

Summerland accommodation with balcony

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2377 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Summerland, CA
  • Place, Lookout Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Summerland Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Summerland

Close to the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Summerland cottage, you'll find Summerland Beach and Lookout Park. Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and Pacifica Graduate Institute Ladera Lane Campus are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lookout Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Summerland Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 11 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 12 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 13 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Luxxe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Kettle Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Honor Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly)

Welcome to Gillian’s Room — a charming hotel-style stay in beautiful Summerland, CA! This cozy unit is perfect for a quick coastal getaway, featuring a comfy queen bed, private full bathroom, and an easy kitchenette with a mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, plates & cups. Step outside to enjoy the shared outdoor patio, then explore downtown Summerland just minutes away for cafés, dining, and local shops. Ocean views are right around the corner!

Enter from the parking lot side, where beautiful vines wrap the exterior and set the tone for a charming coastal stay. Inside you’ll find a comfy queen bed, a private full bathroom, and a convenient kitchenette stocked with a mini fridge, microwave, and coffee setup, plus plates and cups for easy meals and morning pick-me-ups.

Step outside to enjoy the shared outdoor patio, perfect for sipping coffee and relaxing after a beach day. We also provide complimentary bottled water upon entry and coffee to help you feel right at home from the moment you arrive.

Disclosures: Please note this unit shares one wall with another tenant and sits near the road, so you may hear some outside noise at times.

Pet rules:
- Pets must stay off furniture, use restroom outside, and not be left alone in the unit. Violations or damages may result in a fee.
- 1 dog welcome (no other animals without prior host approval)

Notes
- Enter on the parking lot side of the unit (see photos)

Summerland is a laid-back seaside town just south of Santa Barbara, known for its charming cafés, boutique shops, and stunning coastline. Everything here feels slow and relaxed—morning walks to the beach, sunset ocean views, and friendly local spots around every corner. It’s the perfect place to unwind while still being just a few minutes from Montecito and Santa Barbara’s dining, wine tasting, and coastal adventures.

*This is a Driftwood Club location with VIP Perks - please see website for details!
Please treat this home as if it`s your own :) This is a family home and neighborhood, and our neighbors kindly allow us to list the property as a vacation rental. With that, we ask all of our guests to adhere to our house rules for their stay.

HOUSE RULES
Quiet hours - 9pm - 8am - this is strictly enforced in Summerland
No parties, events or smoking allowed
Pets - please clean up after your furry friends and we kindly ask no pets on the furniture!
Trash Day is Friday mornings and Gardeners come by every other Friday in the mornings

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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: 377 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

Please treat this home as if it`s your own :) This is a family home and neighborhood, and our neighbors kindly allow us to list the property as a

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 Registration Number 484-H

Property is also known as

208637

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly) to the airport?

This cottage is 16.4 mi (24-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly) have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly) to the beach?

This cottage is a short 15-minute walk from Summerland Beach and 2.7 mi (11-min drive) from Miramar Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly) offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly)?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly)?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly) have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly) have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly) to downtown Summerland?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Summerland.

Gillian`s Cottage Room (dog friendly) Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Eric S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall: Not a good experience. Poor Quality.Doorframes were crooked which led to drafts in the room. Didn't advertise poor construction of room either. For over 200 a night, I felt my value could have been better spent at a motel 6. Towels had stains and the bed was semi dirty. Lots of pill bugs wandering the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Antoinette F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gillian's Cottage is great for a short stay. The host was great to communicate with and answered all questions or concerns. The place was clean and cozy. Unknown to the host at the time, the coffee pot did not work, so missed early habit of coffee first thing in the morning. Other than that, all was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Noah V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little spot!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet little getaway

Cozy on the slightly cramped side. Ok for a quiet getaway not too far from the ocean. Check tide charts if you plan on enjoying the beach. Great host with excellent communication.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Great location, cozy vibes!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William W., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Retreat!

We enjoyed our time in Gillian's Room. The location was very good for us and we liked walking around the quaint village of Summerland. Aidan was super helpful and with timely communication.
Stayed 26 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Martha S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet neighborhood up on a hill but in need of alittle TLC.

Tiny place. Kitchen and bath barely enough room to turn around in. I had difficulties with a couple of temporary problems: No chair to sit on - anywhere (landlord says it was out for repairs - but still... a temporary arrangement would have helped since nowhere to sit while putting on my shoes). Large heavy packages had been delivered... blocked the single small parking place..,too heavy for me to move much. Challenging to park. Told landlord, but nothing was done. Kitchen has no water supply. No directions for operating coffee maker and everthing in kitchen set up for very tall person (which I am not). Suggest landlord be at least a little attentive to guest needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summerland Getaway

This cute cottage holds true to the description & gave us everything we were looking for! Location can’t be beat; walking distance to shops, park & beach. Cleanliness & details matter in a stay away from home and nothing was overlooked. Thank you Aiden for keeping us informed! We look forward to visiting again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024