Food, wine, and shopping converge on the California coast at Santa Barbara. This un-crowded city is removed from the metropolis of Los Angeles, yet it is conveniently close for anyone who wants the metro experience. At Santa Barbara vacation rentals the beach is never far away for the family to enjoy, so all of your tastes can be satisfied in a place that is easy to get around and is scenic at every turn.

Out and About in Santa Barbara

Amongst the mission-style architecture of Santa Barbara are restaurants sought out by many for their delicacies. Many of the foods are grown locally such as avocados, eggplant, and melons, and the wines produced in the area make for all kinds of drinks the adults can enjoy after the kids go to bed. The seasonal foods that are unique to the area's climate make for great dining out experiences, although you can buy local produce at grocery stores, gourmet shops, and farm stands and fix up your own meals in the kitchen of Santa Barbara rentals. That's just one of the perks of staying in this alternative to a hotel or motel room; you can do pretty much anything you please.

There is plenty to see in town, as art galleries and theaters make up a rather diverse cultural scene. Shopping is an irresistible activity in Santa Barbara as cobblestone, bohemian, and open promenades offer much in the way of browsing and flexing those credit cards. Keep the kids entertained with a trip to the Santa Barbara Zoo, or the natural history museum, but everyone is sure to be delighted to stay at Santa Barbara vacation rentals. An evening relaxing after a long day out, or a morning taking your time to settle into your day, is a far cry from cramped hotel or motel rooms you can find anywhere.

Santa Barbara vacations aren't fulfilled unless you spend some time on the beach. Stroll on the sand or explore tide pools; the shore is an intriguing place and there are miles of it here. Swim, surf, or boogie board through the waves of the Pacific Ocean. There are also many other things you can do in nature, from the oceanfront to the mountains. A paraglide on the coast from up in the air, or a hike up to the 2,500 foot tall Gaviota Peak are sure to get the pulse up. There are many facets to the Santa Barbara experience, not to mention the savings versus the amenities Santa Barbara vacation rentals offer when you stay here.

Get Started on Planning Your Perfect Santa Barbara Vacation

Plan your next West Coast family getaway at Santa Barbara today. The options you'll find for Santa Barbara vacation rentals are many, as luxurious accommodations mix with a catalog of affordable family dwellings for everyone to feel comfortable. This is also not the typical stay at a hotel or motel, and you'll notice right away that the peace-of-mind goes with the proximity to the ocean and closeness of everything you want to see in town.

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