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Tucked between Downtown Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean, there are endless reasons why "The Mesa" is Santa Barbara's favorite part of town. Water lovers can enjoy quick access to beautiful beaches, and some of the most scenic islands in California are just a short boat ride away. Hikers will find endless trails with towering views of the Pacific. Add since the Mesa is only 2 miles from Downtown Santa Barbara, you're only moments away from world-class fine dining, nightlife, trendy eateries, fantastic shopping destinations, and the beautiful Mediterranean-style architecture of the city. Come visit our Beach cottage and you’ll quickly understand why "The Mesa" in Santa Barbara is so beloved by locals and travelers around the globe.
If you’re an outdoor lover, here are 9 ways that you can get the most out of Santa Barbara getaway while visiting our Beach Cottage on The Mesa.
1) THE DOUGLAS PRESERVE! (A must see)
The best view in Santa Barbara! This beautiful, undeveloped open space has numerous trails and is a hugely popular place for walking dogs because they are allowed off leash. The bluff-top oceanfront position of the park is a great location to watch for whales and dolphins. This large open-space that was donated to the city of Santa Barbara sits above Hendry's Beach Features: Alcohol Allowed, Biking, Hiking Trail, Parking On Street, Passive Open Spaces, Views, Wildlife and Birding
2) THE BEACH!
A day at the beach doesn’t necessarily mean just lying around—although there’s nothing wrong with that. Santa Barbara has a wide variety of beaches to suit many moods - but non are better than the beaches on The Mesa near our Beach Cottage! Leadbetter Beach is the hot spot for surfing, boogie boarding, and swimming - Just a 5 minute walk from our house! While the west-facing Butterfly Beach may be the best place to watch a sunset. If you want to get in a game of volleyball, East Beach is the place to be. It also offers bike rentals, playgrounds, cafes, and other beach amenities. Do you have dogs??? Arroyo Burro Beach is a dog-friendly beach on the Mesa that’s an excellent beachcombing spot.
3) SURFING!
Santa Barbara features some of the best surf breaks in the world, which is why many of the top names in the sport make the town their home. You can watch the top dogs in action or take to the waves yourself. Rincon Point, known in the surf community as the "Queen of the Coast," features waves that travel for up to half a mile. Leadbetter Point (a short walk from our Beach Cottage) features smaller breakers just west of Santa Barbara Harbor and is perfect for those just learning the sport. Campus Point at the University of California is another mellower spot for visitors to get up on a board and become a part of that famous surf culture.
4) SHORELINE PARK!
Just a 5 minute walk from our Beach Cottage! Amazing! Enjoy the most beautiful and peaceful setting right on the ocean with views of the mountains and the city. Plenty of picnic tables and lots of space to walk, skate or run.
5) CYCLING!
Cycling is a great way to explore The Santa Barbara. Bring your bike and enjoy comfortable beach cruises or challenge yourself by traveling through the mountains. One of the most iconic climbs for road cyclists in Southern California is Gibraltar, a nine mile ride that features more than 3,000 feet of climbing. Local cyclists refer to it as the Alpe d’Huez of Santa Barbara, recalling the famous mountain stage of the Tour de France. Mountain bikers have lots of options when it comes to going off-road. Stay on The Mesa and explore Elings Park, which features about five miles of singletrack trails that are perfect for beginners. Serious riders will want to check out Jesusita and its 7 miles of trails in the mountains just outside of town. Be prepared for long climbs and some technical section of trail. Want a more relaxed ride? Visit the Mesa's favorite ocean-view park - Shoreline Park!
6) STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING!
You won’t find a more scenic place to stand up on the water than The Mesa in Santa Barbara. Both the Santa Barbara Adventure Company and Cal Coast Adventures offer both rentals and lessons at several area beaches. (They can also help with rentals/lessons for kayaking and surfing as well.) One of the post popular spots is Santa Barbara Harbor, which features calm waters and sandy beaches. After your ride, stop by the Chuck’s Waterfront Grill or the Shoreline Beach Cafe for a well-earned meal.
7) GOLF!
Santa Barbara features three spectacular golf courses that are among the most scenic in the country. The Robert Trent Jones Jr.-designed Rancho San Marcos sits in the valley of the Santa Ynez Mountains amid century-old oaks and historic ranch buildings. The Glen Annie Golf Club is in the foothills just outside the city. The front nine holes feature lakes and water hazards while the back nine on the mountain feature ocean and channel views. Finally the Sandpiper Golf Club, named by Golf Digest as one of the top 100 public courses in the country, features a links-style course with ocean and mountain views on every hole.
8) SAILING!
Let the wind do the work while you enjoy the views while out on a sailboat. Start at Santa Barbara Harbor and you’ll be able to explore the coastline, the Santa Barbara Channel and the Channel Islands National Park. Regular northwest winds make this an excellent spot both novice boaters and experienced sailors. Santa Barbara Sailing offers both instruction as well as private and public cruises. From mid-February to mid-May, take a whale-watching cruise to spot the majestic Pacific Gray Whales.
9) SANTA BARBARA BOTANIC GARDENS!
Just a short drive from The Mesa! Get to know more about the area’s plant life at the Santa Barbara Botanic Gardens. You’ll find more than 1,000 different native California plants in this 78 acre preserve that’s also a world-class center for research. You can take docent-led tour to find out more, or simply enjoy the hiking everything from cool Redwood forests to sandy desert terrain on your own.