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Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary

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A house surrounded by lush greenery, with a well-maintained garden and a visible front porch. - Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary (Santa Barbara)
A stone pathway leading to a wooden structure with a signboard, surrounded by lush greenery and a red umbrella. - Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary (Santa Barbara)
A patio with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a red umbrella. - Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary (Santa Barbara)
A living room with a sofa, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs. - Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary (Santa Barbara)
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall. - Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary (Santa Barbara)
Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are located near Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary, which provides a garden, laundry facilities and babysitting service. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this apartment. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary

  • Summary:
    Sweet cocoon in the heart of fun, steps to beach, Funk Zone and restaurants. Mama Dux is on the ground floor with large private patio, fenced deck, large bedroom with king bed, attached living room with comfortable couch bed, a fully stocked kitchen, 2 HDTVs, High Speed WiFI, washing machine, dryer, bathroom with shower that has incredible pressure, AC, Heater, on-site free parking for one car. The apartment covers 630 square feet (60 square metres).

    The Space:
    Classy digs on the urban wine trail, In the heart of the entertainment district. Mama Dux is the ground floor apartment in The Dux, a three apartment hotel on the urban wine trail. Experience enveloping luxury in this designer apartment in a classic craftsman house one block from the centre of town and five walking blocks to the beach. Shopping, music, dance and excellent restaurants are just steps away.

    Mama Dux comes with a large fenced private patio with seating and patio furniture and BBQ, a private deck leads into a large apartment with a bedroom and adjoining living room separated by curtains, a fully stocked kitchen with dishwasher, a bathroom with very good water pressure, a washing machine and dryer and High Speed WiFi for those video calls. The main room has a king size bed with a large TV and the adjoining living room has a comfortable couch bed with another TV. The bedroom is separated from the living room with a curtain. If you are looking for a bedroom with more privacy, then Papa Dux is a better fit for you.

    The house is on landscaped property with fruit trees, flowers fountains and off street parking. Pick fresh fruit (oranges, plums and pineapple kiwi in season) and ride the free bicycles for a relaxing stay in the heart of Santa Barbara.

    This is one of three apartments in an old home so please understand that this is not a good choice for loud late night partying. Check out the other two apartments: Baby Dux (studio apartment) and Papa Dux (one bedroom).

    Coronavirus alert: Be assured that our staff are fully isolated and we are going to great lengths to sterilise all bedding and all surfaces between reservations. Safe travels, stay well!

    Guest Access:
    Digital keypad access.
    Free on-site parking.
    Fully private apartment with exclusive use of the fenced patio and deck with BBQ.
    Other gardens and pathways around the house are shared.

    The Area:
    On the urban wine trail; in the entertainment district, 4 blocks up from the wharf and beach, one block from State Street, the beautiful main artery of Santa Barbara lined with restaurants, museums, shopping and entertainment. The leafy streets of Lower State are lined with trendy eateries serving New American, Mexican, and pan-Asian fare, plus craft breweries and winery tasting rooms. National fashion chains cluster in the courtyards of the Paseo Nuevo shopping centre, and buskers play amid stalls selling organic produce and flowers at the weekly Santa Barbara Farmers Market. The kid-friendly MOXI museum has interactive science exhibits.

    Getting Around:
    Super easy. Wonderfully situated for car-free holidaying. Free bicycles. The town's high street is a block away with free tram service.

    Other Things to Note:
    This is one of three apartments in an old home so please understand that this is not a good choice for loud late night partying.
    Check out the other two apartments: Baby Dux (studio apartment) and Papa Dux (one bedroom).

    Interaction with Guests:
    All the privacy you want and all the help you need.
    Debbie is the concierge.
    Please call with any concerns.
    CONCIERGE: Debbie Garven (805) 680-4304

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About the area

Lower State, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this apartment. Travellers looking for local activities can try Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Earl Warren Showgrounds or UC SB Events Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A large tree with dense foliage in a park.
    Moreton Bay Fig Tree
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.
    Stearns Wharf
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A two-story building with a beige facade, large windows, and a balcony.
    Santa Barbara City College
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a central archway.
    Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    16 min walk - 1.4 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
  • Institution Ale Company
    5 min walk
  • Broad Street Oyster Company
    3 min walk
  • EOS Lounge
    2 min walk
  • The James Joyce
    5 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 a 15-minute walk of Antioch University and Stearns Wharf. Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara County Courthouse are also within 1 mile (2 km). Santa Barbara Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for a family wedding and Mama Dux was the perfect landing spot for my husband and me. Located just off State street, easy walk to the beach and restaurants, private and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is in a great location, a short walk to State Street and the Funk Zone. The bed was extremely comfortable. There is a private patio area that was perfect for relaxing. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing gem

Enjoyed stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend visit

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great location, near everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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