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Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse

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Interior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, printers
Aerial view
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse

Summary:
Luxury digs in the heart of fun with romantic private deck with outdoor fireplace, Rivera views, steps to beach, Funk Zone and restaurants. Artist-designed, boho chic one bedroom apartment with sofa bed in living room, sleeps 4, well stocked kitchen, High Speed WiFi, 2 TVs, one bathroom, washer, dryer, desk/dining table, AC, Heater and on-site parking for one car. The space covers 700 square feet (65 square meters). Perfect for one or two couples who want a kitchen, living, dining and amenities.

The Space:
Papa Dux is the second floor apartment in The Dux, a three apartment hotel on the urban wine trail. Enjoy mountain and riviera views from this lovely apartment located on the urban wine trail. Experience enveloping luxury in this designer apartment in a classic craftsman house one block from the center of town and five walking blocks to the beach. Shopping, music, dance and excellent restaurants are just steps away.

French doors open to a large private deck with views of the mountains, Riviera and city. The deck is equipped with an outdoor fireplace and BBQ. A 'loft' style great room with cathedral ceiling includes a well equipped kitchen, dining and living areas with TV and High Speed WiFi. A comfortable bedroom with TV is in the rear of the apartment for total privacy. A perfect romantic getaway.

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 sterilize all bedding and all surfaces between reservations. Safe travels, stay well!

Guest Access:
Digital keypad access.
Free on-site parking.
Your apartment and balcony are entirely private to you.
Other gardens and pathways around the house are shared.

The Neighborhood:
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 center, 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 vacationing. Free bicycles. The town's main 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

Property manager

Debbie Garven

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 693 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 62468

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About the area

Map
Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.5 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
  • ‪EOS Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Craft Ramen Santa Barbra - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse located?

Located in Lower State, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Antioch University and Santa Barbara Harbor. Reagan Ranch Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location
Great stay in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with all the ammenities
We loved our stay at papa dux. They have done an excellent job with the decor, amenities and charm. You can’t beat the location to downtown, Funk Zone and even the beach is walkable or you can borrow one of the bikes. It was quiet at night too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Papa Dux
The Dux is has a fun, eclectic vibe. The apartment is very conveniently located..restaurants, bakeries and cafes all within walking distance. Papa Dux has a cozy outdoor space with a fire pit which we made good use of. The kitchen was well equipped and the communication with the property manager was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Always great near State
We love this place. Our third stay this year. Close, comfy, and beautifully decorated. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Papa Dux was clean and more charming than I thought it would be. The location was great for walking downtown and to the beach. Keep in mind, this is a downtown location so expect car/motorcycle noise. Debbie the Concierge was great. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Coby K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique
It was a perfect location in a beautiful city.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Lovely apartment
Really enjoyed this place. It was perfect for three — my sister and her husband in the bedroom and myself in the comfortable sofa bed. Well stocked kitchen and very nice balcony. Would definitely stay again. The location was great. Close to the Funk Zone, State Street, the Presidio area and the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful spot in the heart of Santa Barbara!
Wonderful weekend getaway spot in Santa Barbara that my wife and I enjoyed for the weekend! Highly-recommend the area and the Urban Wine Trail! The hosts were terrific and the place was perfect with a fire pit outside for wine and a Mountain View and bikes for enjoying SB! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

chuck m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is fantastic, best in SB!
We were able to walk to beach for fireworks and State St for food and drink. The bikes were great and we used them several times! AC worked great! We loved the unit and views from the deck were fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lana U., West Hartford, CT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, view, clean
Great location. Walk to coffee shops, restaurants, art museum. Lovely view. Clean. Comfortable. Updated amenities. Easy check in. Responsive, helpful manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
Great property, good location. Bikes need some work (seats and locks), but other than that everything was great. Good communication and easy check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
annual family fun
Great location for visiting Santa Barbara.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
Great location to downtown and the pier. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful weekend
We loved our stay at Papa Dux. My sister, friend and I met in Santa Barbara for a concert at the Lobrero theater. I chose this property for the location- and it was perfect! We were able to walk to the funk zone and also downtown for the concert. It was the perfect place for us for our girls weekend- just wish we could have stayed longer. Santa Barbara is always such a wonderful place to visit and I will definitely keep this property in mind for my next visit. It had a lot of character with fun, colorful decor. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Great for a girl getaway. Walking distance to all things fun in Santa Barbara and a super quick Uber to people watch in Montecito. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
Our stay was perfect! We loved Papa Dux! We loved the location, fire pit, and bikes we could borrow!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jesska C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful all around
With only a 10min walk from the beach, this place was exactly what we were looking for. I will mention that the downstairs renters were disturbed by us being in our balcony at some point which was weird. Also unfortunately the communication between the Renter and their cleaning person could’ve been better. We accidentally left food in the fridge (totally our fault!) but instead of calling the cleaning person to get a response, we wasted an hour going back to find out they already threw it away. Completely understandable, we just would’ve appreciated having a clear line of communication between the renter and the cleaning person. Just wanted to mention that so perhaps the renters future patrons don’t have to experience the same occurrence. At the end of the day I absolutely recommend the place based on how beautiful it was and the location wasn’t inconvenient which is important. Thank you for our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful property
From booking to checkout, our experience with Papa Dux was excellent. I was a little concerned that the listing said it has a half-bath and checked before going with the property manager, Laura to confirm there is indeed a nice shower. The house and property are charming and well-maintained, with a pleasing blend of clean and eclectic furnishings. We parked our car on site and walked everywhere. Great location. Looking forward to returning soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

lauri p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful winter respite
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Papa Dux. We were able to enjoy daily walks on the beach, local shops, restaurants and coffee shops within easy walking distance. While The 3 Dux is a charming, older home it is well maintained. Laura, the host, was welcoming and very responsive to our needs. Would love to return next year!
Stayed 25 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Entirely late doing this review but just had to come and write one. Absolutely beautiful property. I felt like I was on vacation instead of a work trip - living room comfortable with a faux fireplace, comfy round loveseat, and pillows galore. French doors into the deck a nice touch. Great communication - had an issue at one point with an appliance (user error) and they responded within minutes to trouble-shoot. Will definitely stay here again on my next work visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Noah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Weekend
Very cozy space that is central to many activities to do in Santa Barbara. We were really happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a gem!
This property is in the heart of Santa Barbara with an easy walk to main street, beach, and harbor. It is beautifully appointed and maintained. We loved or time here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

laura l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
My daughter and I wanted a safe and convenient little get away during COVID and this beautiful apartment was just the ticket! Perfectly located (near the Natural Cafe on State Street). We used the beach cruisers (provided), enjoyed breakfast and the view from the sweet little deck and the fire pit at night. Nicely furnished and comfortable bedding. Easy walking distance to State Street, the Beach and The Fun Zone. Just great! Thank you for everything Laura!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, wonderful home
Great location, wonderful home Great for a small family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020