Escape to Gillian's Room, a charming cottage in a beautiful neighborhood just minutes from the beach. Enjoy beautiful views from the outdoor patio, take a ride on one of our bikes or stroll through downtown Summerland and Montecito.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Parking available
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About this property
Gillian's Cottage Room (dog friendly)
Welcome to Gillian’s Room — a charming hotel-style stay in beautiful Summerland, CA! This cozy unit is perfect for a quick coastal getaway, featuring a comfy queen bed, private full bathroom, and an easy kitchenette with a mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, plates & cups. Step outside to enjoy the shared outdoor patio, then explore downtown Summerland just minutes away for cafés, dining, and local shops. Ocean views are right around the corner!
Enter from the parking lot side, where beautiful vines wrap the exterior and set the tone for a charming coastal stay. Inside you’ll find a comfy queen bed, a private full bathroom, and a convenient kitchenette stocked with a mini fridge, microwave, and coffee setup, plus plates and cups for easy meals and morning pick-me-ups.
Step outside to enjoy the shared outdoor patio, perfect for sipping coffee and relaxing after a beach day. We also provide complimentary bottled water upon entry and coffee to help you feel right at home from the moment you arrive.
Disclosures: Please note this unit shares one wall with another tenant and sits near the road, so you may hear some outside noise at times.
Pet rules: - Pets must stay off furniture, use restroom outside, and not be left alone in the unit. Violations or damages may result in a fee. - 1 dog welcome (no other animals without prior host approval)
Notes - Enter on the parking lot side of the unit (see photos)
Summerland is a laid-back seaside town just south of Santa Barbara, known for its charming cafés, boutique shops, and stunning coastline. Everything here feels slow and relaxed—morning walks to the beach, sunset ocean views, and friendly local spots around every corner. It’s the perfect place to unwind while still being just a few minutes from Montecito and Santa Barbara’s dining, wine tasting, and coastal adventures.
*This is a Driftwood Club location with VIP Perks - please see website for details! Please treat this home as if it`s your own :) This is a family home and neighborhood, and our neighbors kindly allow us to list the property as a vacation rental. With that, we ask all of our guests to adhere to our house rules for their stay.
HOUSE RULES Quiet hours - 9pm - 8am - this is strictly enforced in Summerland No parties, events or smoking allowed Pets - please clean up after your furry friends and we kindly ask no pets on the furniture! Trash Day is Friday mornings and Gardeners come by every other Friday in the mornings
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Smart TV
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the sea
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
Property does not allow children
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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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 484-H
About the area
Located in Summerland, this cottage is by the sea. Santa Barbara Bowl and The Easton Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel are also worth visiting. Visit our Summerland travel guide
Is Gillian's Cottage Room (dog friendly) pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at Gillian's Cottage Room (dog friendly)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gillian's Cottage Room (dog friendly)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gillian's Cottage Room (dog friendly)?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gillian's Cottage Room (dog friendly) located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Summerland Beach and Lookout Park. Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and Pacifica Graduate Institute Ladera Lane Campus are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Gillian's Cottage Room (dog friendly) Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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Gillian's Cottage is great for a short stay. The host was great to communicate with and answered all questions or concerns. The place was clean and cozy. Unknown to the host at the time, the coffee pot did not work, so missed early habit of coffee first thing in the morning. Other than that, all was great!
We enjoyed our time in Gillian's Room. The location was very good for us and we liked walking around the quaint village of Summerland. Aidan was super helpful and with timely communication.
This cute cottage holds true to the description & gave us everything we were looking for! Location can’t be beat; walking distance to shops, park & beach. Cleanliness & details matter in a stay away from home and nothing was overlooked. Thank you Aiden for keeping us informed! We look forward to visiting again in the future.
Cozy on the slightly cramped side. Ok for a quiet getaway not too far from the ocean. Check tide charts if you plan on enjoying the beach. Great host with excellent communication.
Quiet neighborhood up on a hill but in need of alittle TLC.
Tiny place. Kitchen and bath barely enough room to turn around in. I had difficulties with a couple of temporary problems: No chair to sit on - anywhere (landlord says it was out for repairs - but still... a temporary arrangement would have helped since nowhere to sit while putting on my shoes). Large heavy packages had been delivered... blocked the single small parking place..,too heavy for me to move much. Challenging to park. Told landlord, but nothing was done. Kitchen has no water supply. No directions for operating coffee maker and everthing in kitchen set up for very tall person (which I am not). Suggest landlord be at least a little attentive to guest needs.