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The Santa Barbara Whale House

2.0 star property
Holiday home in Santa Barbara with sauna and Hot tub

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The Whale House is a unique retreat in the Santa Barbara hills. Unwind with a sauna session and swim laps in the 75 foot indoor/outdoor saltwater pool or stay connected with WiFi.

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is HK$9,018
HK$12,482 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Santa Barbara Whale House

Your own private health retreat and bathhouse getaway. 



Welcome to our psychedelic sculptural home from the 1970s. Inspired by Gaudí, the Whale House's flowing curves contain a 75 foot saltwater pool, ozonated peroxide hot tub in the second floor bedroom, hand-carved sauna, and outdoor shower. The three rooms sleep up seven people and feature organic mattresses. 



Close to the Botanic Gardens and downtown SB. 



As seen on HBO's "Zillow Gone Wild," New York Times, Dwell, and The LA Times.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Things to do

  • Heated pool

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: Only that don't shed and are 100% housetrained

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Get in touch if you want more than 10 guests.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Get in touch if you want more than 10 guests.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 1176

Property is also known as

30341

About the area

Map
Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Botanic Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Natural History Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Upper State Street - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Seven Falls - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 18 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Presto Pasta - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Live Oak Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Santa Barbara Whale House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Santa Barbara Whale House?

As of 23 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Santa Barbara Whale House on 4 Jan 2026 start from HK$9,018.29, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Santa Barbara Whale House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Santa Barbara Whale House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Santa Barbara Whale House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Santa Barbara Whale House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Santa Barbara Whale House located?

Located in Mission Canyon, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Mission Santa Barbara. Seven Falls and Upper State Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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