Oak Park Santa Barbara, California
Renovated
1991
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Local ClassicOutside the door
Victorian garden lodgings
Brick pathways wind through English flower gardens between restored Queen Anne Victorians, offering a tranquil retreat with daily afternoon wine pours.
What it’s good at
Notable
Two preserved 1894 Queen Anne Victorians and Craftsman cottages surround English flower gardens and brick pathways.
Notable
Daily pours of Santa Barbara County wine and homemade breakfast in the quiet Oak Park neighborhood.
Listed
Continuous bed-and-breakfast hospitality since 1985 with afternoon wine hours and freshly baked evening cookies.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set along a quiet Oak Park street, the property sits one block from State Street and two blocks from Alice Keck Park.
The rooms
Quarters are named after Alice in Wonderland characters, with select suites offering bay windows, fireplaces, and private balconies facing the mountains.
At the table
A white lattice gazebo sits among the flowerbeds, set with tables for homemade breakfasts and evening wine.
How it began
English founder Christine Dunstan restored the 1894 Victorian buildings in 1984, drawing on her Cheshire roots and Lewis Carroll for inspiration.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.