Glamping in Santa Barbara

Plan an unforgettably glamorous sun soaked vacation in this beautiful Spanish colonial style town in central California just 90 miles north of LAX, 228 miles north of San Diego and 332 miles south of San Francisco. Nestled against the base of the splendid Santa Ynez Mountains that cascade dramatically into the Pacific Ocean, this stunning coastal paradise offers the best of California. Bask in year round golden sunshine, explore miles of dazzling Pacific beaches and savor fine California wines and delectable Mediterranean style dining.

Santa Barbara glampsite rentals provide a stunning, quintessential California setting for a luxurious, romantic couples long weekend or a wonderful Pacific oceanside trip with friends or family. Take in breathtaking vistas and enjoy the gorgeous climate with a relaxed, outdoor barbecue at your rental property and experience California’s fabled sunsets from your balcony with a sundowner cocktail in hand.

The dramatic geography of Santa Barbara makes it a wonderland for outdoor adventure lovers. Unwind on beautiful stretches of Pacific Ocean beaches where surfers can catch some of the best surf breaks in the world with waves at legendary Rincon point traveling for up to half a mile. Outdoor thrill seekers can experience unforgettable mountain hiking trails culminating in spectacular views of the city and Pacific Ocean. Cycling, stand up paddleboarding, a relaxing day of sailing and whale watching are some of the glorious outdoor attractions on offer in this California vacation paradise.

Sample the best of central California’s vibrant, contemporary culinary scene where seafood fresh from the California South Coast, authentic Mediterranean flavors and farm to table premium quality seasonal ingredients provide a first class dining experience in a myriad of fabulous, laid back, stylish eateries across the county. Santa Barbara has a huge array of foodie hotspots where delectable meals are accompanied by carefully selected California grown wines. Santa Barbara has a well established reputation for world class pinot noir, chardonnay and syrah wines to perfectly compliment the wonderful flavors of your food.

Explore the spectacular, remote, rugged setting of the Channel Islands National Park where thousands of years of geographical isolation has led to a magnificent, unique ecosystem of plants and wildlife. Access to the island is by Island Packers concession boat or private boat. Pack a delicious picnic lunch and head out for a glorious day enjoying the sunshine, seaspray, spectacular hiking trails and breathtaking panoramas of the Pacific Ocean.

This world class, 78 acre preserve showcases more than 1000 rare and indigenous Californian plants. It is located in spectacular Mission Canyon with stunning views of the Santa Ynez mountains and the Santa Barbara Channel Islands. Spend a leisurely morning strolling through the 5.5 miles of pathways where you can experience the peaceful shade of a Redwood grove and enjoy an authentic Japanese tea house and tea garden. Cultivated displays blend beautifully with natural woodlands in this secluded botanical paradise located around 3.3 miles north of downtown Santa Barbara

The graceful, Spanish Colonial Revival style architecture of Santa Barbara’s most iconic landmark had a major influence on building styles in Santa Barbara. The La Huerta historical garden features mission era botanical exhibits while the Mission Rose Garden provides a beautiful setting for relaxing with a delicious picnic. Spend a glorious two hours soaking up Santa Barbara’s rich colonial history at this beautiful, interesting heritage site while taking in the spectacular view of the city and ocean.

This rugged mountain range rises steeply from the Pacific Ocean providing a majestic backdrop to the coastal paradise city of Santa Barbara. There are several outstanding hiking trails in the mountains that lead to incredible look out points with dramatic, sweeping vistas of the city and ocean. Ambitious hikers can climb the 2485 ft Gaviota Peak accessible via a 6.5 mile trail while the popular, easier trail to a mountaintop rock formation called Lizard’s Rock provides an unforgettable panoramic view over Santa Barbara.

The nutrient rich waters of the Santa Barbara channel provide a haven for hundreds of species of marine life. Book a ticket on the 75 ft 120 passenger Condor Express and be awed by the majestic grandeur of humpback whales and the colossal blue whale while on their migratory path. Dolphin sightings are a given on this trip. Enjoy an expedition on the more intimate 15 passenger Sunset Kidd expedition to see dolphins and whales break the surface of the water and to hear whales catch their breath!!

Spend a wonderful, relaxing day exploring wineries located in the Santa Ynez valley on a guided wine tour that offers barrel room tours, tastings at three wineries and a gourmet lunch. Cycle through the scenic vineyards of Foxen Canyon or Santa Rita Hills on a tour that includes cycling equipment, a deli lunch and a guided tour offering rich historical insights and interesting discussions on winemaking as you sample the finest of Santa Barbara’s winemaking expertise.

Enjoy the glorious California sunshine and salty seabreeze while trying your hand at sailing. Regular North West winds make Santa Barbara a top destination for novice and experienced sailors alike. Explore the magnificent Santa Barbara coastline from the unique vantage point of a sailboat! Santa Barbara Sailing Center is one of the largest American Sailing Association schools in the nation where a fleet of 40 boats and highly qualified instructors and a range of year round tailor made courses will set you on course for confident sailing in no time!