Place, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
12 min walk
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
12 min walk
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
20 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Santa Barbara
Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Laguna apartment, you'll find Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Alameda Park and Rafael Gonzalez House are also within half a mile (1 km).
El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Arlington Theater - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Getting around
Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 14 min walk
Shang Hai - 13 min walk
CAJÉ - 13 min walk
Secret Bao - 13 min walk
Handlebar Coffee - 15 min walk
About this property
Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara
Welcome to Villa Muralla — a contemporary Spanish condo elegantly appointed and thoughtfully designed in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. With 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this fully furnished residence is curated to anticipate your every need, ensuring a seamless and delightful stay. The Santa Barbara Bowl is just 3 blocks away, and the shops and restaurants of State Street are only 6 blocks away — the perfect base for exploring everything Santa Barbara has to offer.
The space
🛏️ Primary Bedroom 1 (Upstairs)
A beautifully remodeled en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet, and double sinks. Features a king bed, large closet stocked with bathrobes, beach bags, and hangers, and a private balcony with a glimpse of the ocean.
🛏️ Primary Bedroom 2 (Upstairs)
Across the hall, this bedroom features a queen bed, a connected bathroom with a shower tub, toilet, and single sink, a private balcony, a 40" Roku Smart TV, and a large closet with bathrobes and hangers
🛁 Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms upstairs, each connected to a bedroom. A half bathroom is conveniently located on the main floor.
🚪 Front Room
Upon entering the home, you'll find a welcoming open room with a pull-out queen sofa bed and a desk — great for working from home or accommodating extra guests.
📺 Living Room
Impeccably decorated and perfect for relaxing at the end of the day. Features a couch, two chairs, a gas fireplace, and a 50" Roku Smart TV. Glass doors open to a private patio with a firepit — ideal for enjoying those beautiful Santa Barbara evenings.
🍴 Dining Room
A dining table seats 6, conveniently located next to the kitchen and living room.
🍳 Kitchen
A fully remodeled kitchen with all new GE and Bosch appliances, stocked with everything from plates and spices to pots and cookbooks. A Keurig is provided to start your mornings off right. ☕
❄️ Heating & Cooling
The home has both AC and heat — comfortable year round.
🧺 Laundry
Located in the closet at the top of the stairs. Laundry detergent is provided — if more is needed or a specific brand is preferred, guests are welcome to purchase their own.
🌿 Patio & Balconies
Two private balconies — one off each bedroom. A patio off the living room features a firepit, perfect for cozy Santa Barbara nights.
🚗 Parking
One uncovered parking spot in the community and one parking spot in front of the garage are included. Please note the garage itself is not available for parking, but feel free to use it to store items like strollers, bikes, or boxes.
📶 WiFi & Entertainment
High-speed WiFi throughout the home — router located in the front room. All TVs stream Netflix and other streaming services. Board games available in the hall closet.
🔑 Check-in & Guest Access
The entire home is yours to enjoy — make yourself at home! The only off-limits area is parking inside the garage. We're always just a phone call or message away if you need anything during your stay!
📍 Getting Around
Perfectly positioned to explore Santa Barbara and beyond. Travel times may vary with traffic:
• Montecito — 10 min
• Carpinteria — 18 min
• Ventura — 35 min
• Santa Ynez — 40 min
• Ojai — 45 min
• Solvang — 45 min
• Malibu — 80 min
• Santa Monica — 2 hrs
• Downtown LA — 2–2.5 hrs
• Disneyland — 3 hrs
❓FAQs
Beach: Just 8–10 minutes away.
Pets: Not permitted — per HOA rules.
Early luggage drop or late parking: Not available, as we can't monitor belongings or interrupt the cleaning crew between stays.
Additional cleaning: Available for longer stays at an added cost — just ask in advance.
House Rules 📋
🚭 No smoking of any kind — indoors, outdoors, garage, or driveway.
🎉 No parties or events.
📷 No photo or video shoots without prior host approval.
👥 Max 6 overnight guests (children 2+ count toward the total).
🌙 Quiet hours: 9:00 pm – 8:00 am. Please be respectful of neighbors.
🛋️ Please don't rearrange the furniture.
📋 Guests must follow HOA rules provided at check-in.
📋 A CAR Residential Month to Month Rental Agreement will be required to sign upon booking.
📋 All rentals are subject to terms and conditions found on our website. By reserving, you agree to these terms.
💡 Utilities are capped at $400 per month.
Rule violations may result in fines and/or removal from the property without refund for remaining nights.
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
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 1 square foot
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 PM
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off heater / ac
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
No pets allowed
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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
559373
Frequently asked questions
How close is Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara to the airport?
This apartment is 10.2 mi (16-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
How close is Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara to the beach?
This apartment is 4.8 mi (12-min drive) from Butterfly Beach and 11.4 mi (20-min drive) from Carpinteria State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara?
No, there is no casino at this apartment.
What time is check-in at Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.
Is there free parking at Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara to downtown Santa Barbara?