If you haven’t been to Santa Barbara in the fall, you’re in for a treat. Autumn is the perfect time of year to get away just before the winter holidays kick-off. Our sunny paradise still hosts plenty of outdoor festivals, seaside events and local entertainment. And crisp evenings pair so well with a rich glass of pinot noir. Read our reasons to fall in love with Santa Barbara during autumn...
Autumn in Santa Barbara is the perfect time of the year to hit the trails. From the coastal mesa to the foothills and into the canyons, there are trails for every age and every skill level. Santa Barbara’s idyllic destination tucked between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains makes for breathtaking backdrops and views no matter where you trek. Take in the colorful fall foliage and wander the...
The past couple years yielded quite a bit of turnover in the restaurant industry here in Santa Barbara. Residents and visitors were sad to see some old favorites permanently fold; however, several new establishments have since replaced those that closed due to the pandemic. And business is booming! Peruse the sweet and savory of Santa Barbara and visit these new restaurants and cafes just opened within the past year or...
Planning your trip to Santa Barbara? There’s so much you can explore in Santa Barbara on your own, but some of the best tours are led by the pro’s. Downtown Santa Barbara and its surroundings can be seen and experienced through a variety of guided tours that aim to entertain, educate and excite or relax. From hot-rod vehicle tours to leisurely trolley tours along the American Riviera to intrepid kayaking,...
It has been a while since I posted about the laws and regulations as that affect short-term rentals and vacation rentals in Santa Barbara. While there still exists some “gray area” as it relates to the City of Santa Barbara and their interpretation, just know, anything located in the coastal zone of Santa Barbara is currently “license-able”. If that’s even a word. WHERE IS THE COASTAL ZONE IN SANTA BARBARA?...
Searching for and finding the best property manager in Santa Barbara can be a daunting task. On top of that, the stress of having to coordinate service people to prepare for each new guest can make you wonder if you’ve gotten yourself in over your head. Finding the perfect property manager We know this feeling; we have been there, and we are here to help. Owning properties in another state...
Did you know the average hotel room is only 325 square feet? Our vacation rental homes, on the other hand, offer you an entire house for less than you’d pay for a hotel room suite. Here are just a few of the ways we save you money when you book a vacation rental home with Haller Coastal Homes: 🚫Hidden fees to guests 🚫Service fee 🚫Management fee 🚫Administration fee 🚫Additional...
International travel isn’t as simple as it used to be. While globetrotting is temporarily on hold for most of us, there are still ways to take in some culture, color and flavor closer to home. Santa Barbara is a glorious melting pot of international cuisine, offering up plenty of tempting cookery and libations to sip and savor from all four corners of the world. In a time when overseas travel...
