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Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary

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Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara's entertainment district, Mama Dux offers a luxurious retreat just steps from the beach, Funk Zone, and restaurants. Enjoy a private patio with seating and BBQ area, or unwind in your spacious apartment featuring a fully stocked kitchen and two HDTVs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary

Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free apartment building has a garden and barbecues. The apartment has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this apartment offers fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds, dining tables and kitchen islands. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and printers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Pets

Pets not 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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number 62468

Property is also known as

Sumptuous Sanctuary ON THE Urban Wine Trail
Mama DUX - Sumptuous Sanctuary ON THE Urban Wine Trail Apartment

About the area

Lower State, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this apartment. Santa Barbara Bowl and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Paseo Nuevo Mall and La Arcada. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Santa Barbara Channel are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara's Moreton Bay Fig Tree
    Moreton Bay Fig Tree
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Marina at Santa Barbara

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#StunningStructures
#FindingtheUniverse
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Stearns Wharf at sunset in Santa Barbara, California.

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#California
#sunset
#lifeatexpedia
#weloveourmarkets
#AMER
    Stearns Wharf
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse featuring a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture
    Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station
    7 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dune Coffee Roasters
    4 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Craft Ramen
    4 min walk
  • Casa Agria Specialty Ales - Santa Barbara Taproom
    4 min walk
  • Shaker Mill
    3 min walk
  • EOS Lounge
    2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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.

What time is check-in at Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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.

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Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rita S.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

Relaxing gem

Enjoyed stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

Weekend visit

Great location, very good property
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W., San Diego, CA

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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