I had the pleasure visiting many of the Santa Barbara Invited Home Rental properties over the years…read moreand they are some of the best around. Make sure you contact them for your next vacation in the Santa Barbara area.

I have called them twice and left two messages as well as an email with no response over the past…read moretwo weeks. May be the busy season but may have to move on.

We would highly, highly rate this company. From start to finish Donna and her team were…read moreresponsible, professional and on top of every detail, from fresh flowers in the rooms, to a stocked refrigerator, etc. The home was immaculate and the information book about the home and the area was thoughtful and thorough. We had a small problem with the hot tub, gave them a call and the repair people were there within the hour. They then checked up on us twice to ensure everything was ok. The booking photos were entirely accurate, the return of the deposit was prompt and hassle free and literally every detail was promptly and accurately attended to. They have made an effort to develop relationships with folks in the area so everyone we called ( surfing lessons, caterer, bike tours), once we mentioned that we were referred by Exclusive Rentals, went into high alert to provide the best experience possible. All in all a fantastic vacation. Many thanks Donna and team!

Gary Goldberg is a master negotiator who works tirelessly for his clients…read more I listed my oceanfront properties with Coastal Properties because they were highly recommended by a number of local real estate professionals. The staff immediately put together a superb campaign, hiring drone operators and photographers to supplement their in-house graphic and marketing experts. For over a year, Gary fielded and winnowed dozens of prospectives before bringing in a qualified buyer. Despite numerous complex financing hurdles in this tumultuous market, he was able to structure a deal that ended with me being paid off early. Gary responded immediately to all parties through literally hundreds of communications , answering and returning calls and emails in the most professional manner. His always calm and respectful attitude made the difference. Highly recommended.

Reputation is like location to real estate and here you're going to get both! Gary is not only a…read moregreat realtor and negotiator, he gives back by spending time with the kids in the community - and he's a great mentor! He runs a great and talented team and offers nice rentals as well as property management.

The Hummingbird Cottage is great for a weekend getaway. It is perfect for me as I like to travel…read morewith my dogs. We love it! The small sweet cottage and treehouse are nestled behind the main house. It feels private and the space is comfortable and creative. There is a fountain, a beautiful garden, and room for dogs to safely play. The Hummingbird Cottage is close to the main street with all the shops, restaurants, mission and it is just a 5 min drive to the beach. They also provide bikes to ride! I'll be going back. It feels like home away from home.

Our stay started off beautifully and we were excited for our week-long stay at this beautiful…read morecottage. The weekend was spent with family and we enjoyed a nice bbq in the garden area. There is a pretty big step between the bedroom and the tv room and as I was coming back from the bathroom in the middle of the night, I missed the step and fell forward. Luckily, I was able to land on my feet and not fall into the desk. It could have been so much worse than being stiff and sore from the jolt. I HIGHLY suggest some kind of lighted strip or something to make people aware it is there. When we arrived, tv didn't work and I asked Sandra to show us. It wouldn't even turn on. She realized that she had neglected to plug it back in after painting behind it. She was able to bring up the ROKU. After the weekend, the tv wasn't working and I tried numerous times to input the code and passwords. I gave up and called Sandra. I asked if she was home, and she said she was not. I told her about the problem with the tv and she said she was 70 miles away. I respectfully said that I didn't expect her to come home and asked what I should do. She kept mentioning how busy she was and said she would do a video call with me later. Her next comment really took me aback. Word for word quote: "You know...an air bnb doesn't come with a concierge desk?" What does that mean?! My son was finally able to get it going and I texted her that it was finally working. The tv kept going in and out all week but I didn't feel like listening to her condescending comments and just decided to add it to the review after our stay. Late Tuesday afternoon, I messaged Sandra asking if we were going to be able to use the washer and dryer as I had requested on March 22nd in a message. Her response back was, "Actually, as mentioned in the listing, it is with a few days prior notice as we do so much laundry but I can have it cleared out for you tomorrow." On Tuesday evening, the ANTS came...hundreds of tiny black ants. They were all over the kitchen. Every day, I wiped everything down, but they came back. I decided not to say anything to Sandra because of her attitudes and just made sure everything was tightly wrapped and refrigerated. I know she had to see them as they were all over when we left on Friday. We absolutely loved the cottage, the garden area, the little patio table and chairs just off the front door and just the general, peaceful ambiance.

Had a fabulous weekend at Playa Lodging for my baby moon with my best friend, fiancé and baby. I…read moreloved the high-end kitchen and dining area, three bedrooms, steam room and gorgeous bathtub, and the rooftop lounge. However, my favorite part was definitely their private garden where I was able to pick jalapeños, cilantro, chives, cherry tomatoes, mint, dill, kale and lemons. I would highly recommend for any family, couple or group of friends!

My wife and I stayed at Playa Lodging for our 10 Year Anniversary. The property is very nice and…read morevery well maintained. Everything in the unit looked brand new. The location is perfect. The website says it is a 5 minute walk to the beach, but it is more like one minute. The manager Linda was exceptional. Her professionalism, hospitality and caring mentality made the stay so great. Any questions we had, she responded right away. The property owners are fortunate to have someone like her managing the property. We look forward to returning hopefully soon. Thank you Linda!

Rolling Thunder is a magical place and we feel exceptionally lucky that we were able to spend our…read more36th anniversary/New Year's week there with our family. We were also celebrating our first grandchild as well as our younger son's engagement, and we couldn't have found a better spot for quality time and making memories. The outdoor spaces are extraordinary, gorgeous nature, minutes from town and shopping with resort amenities - had an all-day bocce tournament, epic morning workouts in the giant yoga room, ping pong + frisbee games, long soaks in the hot tub, and hikes to the nearby picturesque river trail. Also outdoor lunches with vistas of the mountains and lush tropical foliage. The beds in the charming ranch home are super comfy and we had some excellent game nights and dinners at home, plus great meals out (Roblars, Rory's Place, The Hip Vegan, The Dutchess). Our granddaughter slept well with her parents in the guest house, and our granddog was happy to run around in a safe fenced area. Communication with Lisa was perfect. Can't wait to return...A+++

The Rolling Thunder Ranch was the perfect place to celebrate my sister's upcoming wedding with…read morefamily and friends. Walking the grounds is such an experience as you always find something new and exciting around the corner; for example the vegetable garden we found towards the back of the property and all the inviting sitting areas scattered throughout. You can have a fun gathering at the pool or take a stroll and find a place to be alone; maybe read or meditate. This place has it all! One evening we had dinner on the patio and the setting could not have been any better: the string lights, the cool stone table that could seat our large party and the amazing tall trees. It felt like we were at a tropical island. Many of us traveled from out of state and the hours it took to get to Rolling Thunder Ranch was well worth it! The only negative is....wish we stayed longer.

Great tour! Dave is extremely knowledgable with the surrounding area and super friendly :) We…read morestopped at 2 vineyards, went to a wine tasting in Los Olivos and a cool tavern to top it all off. Couldn't have asked for a better guide!

Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara was so great to work with on finding the perfect rental for our…read morefamily vacation. Viki provided great communication during the booking process and we were greatful to always be connected to a real person! It was nice that they also have their own concierge, Kathy who checked in with us before our stay. Couldn't recommend them more!