Is Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary located?

Located in Lower State, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Antioch University and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Reagan Ranch Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rita S.

5 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location. Private outside area.

Second time at this location. Great stay. Great communication with owner. Always clean and we love location close to state street and the beach.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Canada S., Corona del Mar, California

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful stay!

This is our third stay at this property. We wouldn't stay in any other while visiting Santa Barbara. It is cozy, comfortable, fully stocked, the owners who we had the chance to meet are great. The location couldn't be more perfect - 5+ stars!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Susan W.

11 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely clean apartment

Just as described in the listing. The apartment was equipped with everything we needed. The bed was comfortable. Location was convenient to wandering around Santa Barbara.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

15 Mar 2025

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Super Stay in Santa Barbara

This property is in an excellent, very safe location.We walked to almost everything in SB. The apartment was a perfect size for us. The bed was very comfortable & the bedroom storage was great.The house is nicely decorated. The kitchen is especially well equipped & even included lots of spices & cofffee. The outside patio is great as it is surrounded by lush green plants & a hedge that offers privacy from the street. Debbie was very good about giving information needed. It is a great place. We highly recommend it!

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

2 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sumptuous velvet black-out drapes

Divine. Slept so peacefully in this quiet sanctuary with private garden, fountain and barbecue situated just blocks from cafes, Funk Zone and State Street shopping. The kitchen was stocked with a wide array of spices, all appliances and every baking/cooking pan I could need. Dishes were fun pottery and antiques, enjoyed! There was both heat and AC! Manager Debbie was just a text away and was ready to assist anyway she could. All was a friendly vacation retreat !! Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margie S.

28 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing gem

Enjoyed stay

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

17 Nov 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location walk everywhere

Beautiful quiet garden . So clean and comfy

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

gwen g.

21 Dec 2015

Beautifully maintained and furnished. Super location!!

We spent a month there and plan to visit again! Laura is the best! We enjoyed ourselves! Thanks

Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2015

10/10 Excellent

Canada S., Corona del Mar, California

24 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Stay Ever!

This is a well stocked, tastefully decorated, cozy AND perfectly in the heart of everything. We didn’t drive anywhere during our stay, and walked State Street, funk zone, beach, everywhere we needed. Smart & Final is just 1 block away, plus eateries and bars galore! We’ll definitely stay here again next time we visit!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie S., Portland

21 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Little Apartment

Clean, nicely appointed with convenances such as lots of towels, linen, appliances and two nice size TV’s. Its well located for a walk through unique downtown areas. The rain shower is particularly lovely.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raymond R.

7 Nov 2015

Great Location & an Oasis in a busy beach city

Your first impression as you pull up, you get the feeling that this place will provide privacy and it did not disappoint! Great location to State Street and the beach. We walked to the beach 8-10 minutes away and State Street just a short block away. Service was outstanding and the house was clean. We relaxed those three days and hated to leave. We will be back!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2015

This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pam R.

23 Dec 2014

Awesome!

Mama Dux was everything we hoped it would be. Laura & Inga had everything set up for us, both were very nice and helpful. Close to great restaurants and shopping . Very clean and comfortable, wished we could have stayed longer. What you see in the picture is what you get! Jim & Pam Rix

10/10 Excellent

Karen G., Scottsdale, AZ

11 Dec 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience!!

The Mama Dux is decorated very nice and it’s very clean. We stayed during COVID and the owner took precautions like running a ozone machine and then aired out the house before we arrived. Everything was in walking distance and we never used our car during the stay. We used the bikes that are available with house to ride along the beach.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

David K.

3 May 2015

A home away from home! Terrific.

The process from booking to departure was smooth, friendly, and precise. There were clear instructions on how to get to the property and how to use everything in the apartment. The apartment was clean, fantastically stocked with kitchen equipment and we cooked every day. The position was perfect for tourists looking to walk or ride to either State Street or the pier. The only thing I would change is the bed which was too soft for our taste.

This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

19 Nov 2014

Location, location plus clean, attractive and well

First the location is superb. It's one block to State Street's restaurants, bars, entertainment and shopping. The beach is just minutes away and there is a grocery store within a block. The newer "funk zone" with its wineries, brew pubs and interesting restaurants is just across 101 (easy walking distance). The property is attractive and clean. There is plenty of storage space in the large closet. The kitchen is well stocked with good cooking utensils. The W/D allows for less packing. The site has walled in off street parking, which was great because the close proximity to amenities and onsite bike availability meant the car was mostly parked. Laura (owner-management/concierge) is very nice and has great suggestions when asked. Of all the VRBOs we've stayed at on the Central Coast I can honestly say this is the best.

10/10 Excellent

Jim C., Shrewsbury, MA

28 Dec 2022

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Weekend visit

Great location, very good property

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W., San Diego, CA

28 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location

OK, this is a great location. Walk to State Street ( Santa Barbara's Main Street (dozens of shops and restaurants). One block to a full grocery store. On-site parking, great in an area that is busy during business hours. There were two of us and the unit was perfect for us. We like to cook in our rentals and this place has pots, pans and dinner settings. The unit manager was friendly, helpful and very responsive to our needs. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerald Y.

15 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great unit with great location

Older house divided into 2-3 units, clean and location is fantastic. The unit has a/c which was nice and comfortable. Host is available and they take care of the "little" things that make staying comfortable. EV car charging is a big plus for those travelling in an EV.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

9 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location, near everything!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

9 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Owner is super nice and house was awesome. Great location.

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Canada S., Corona del Mar, California

26 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully appointed apartment, comfortable, perfect location!

My husband and I love this apartment! This is the 2nd time we’ve stayed, and we’re making reservations for a 3rd time in 2023. It is such a comfortable, clean and well appointed unit, in the most perfect location, steps from State Street, Funk Zone, beach, etc.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy K., Sacramento

7 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Loved, loved this property! It was so comfortable and nicely decorated. The chairs were big and comfy and the bed was very comfortable. Every morning we walked 2 blocks for a great cup of coffee, fabulous shopping and restaurants, and had a walk on the pier. We will definitely be returning!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Molly M.

20 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We’ll be back!

Location could not have been better at Mama Dux!! It was the perfect size for 2 people. Easy parking and check in. We enjoyed time on the patio in the sun too. We will definitely be back!!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karina A.

26 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heart of SB

Adorable property in the heart of Santa Barbara. Mama Dux reflects the art and character of SB and location was perfect for access to dining, shopping, beach and Funk Zone. It rained hard during our stay which left a lot of debris but we were pleasantly surprised to find the host had swept the porch and walkways. Not ideal for pets because of fees and restrictions and dishwasher is loud. Otherwise, it is a beautiful property and I am definitely looking forward to returning. :)

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh R.

23 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay

The place was very close to downtown and we were able to walk to Stearns wharf, funk town and to State St. The place was clean and well equipped. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend this place.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

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