Cheshire Cat Inn

The Cheshire Cat features two stately Queen Anne Victorians, and a Coach House with two suites, three 2-bedroomed cottages and a Spa rooms offering full massage and body treatments, all surrounded by lush flower-filled gardens and patios. The Inn is just one block from Santa Barbara¿s main shopping street, which is full of attractive courtyards and alleys. The Old Mission is an easy 20-minute walk in one direction and the beach, a brisk 40 minutes in the other. Each one of the sunny guest rooms and cottages is uniquely furnished and ranges from the elegant to the whimsical. Some are larger split-level junior suites with private balconies; others have in-room Jacuzzi tubs and fireplaces. Other amenities may include TV/VCRS, ironing boards and refrigerators. The Victorian guest rooms have been decorated with Laura Ashley wallpapers and fabrics and English antiques, while the cottages have oak floors, oriental rugs, pine furniture and Eddie Bauer down comforters. All the rooms have private baths and direct-dial telephones. Rates include breakfast and hors d¿oeuvres and local wines served in the afternoon.

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"Wonderfully relaxing getaway" 9/28/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

We have spent a weekend at the Cheshire Cat Inn in each of the last four years. It is a lovely experience with many amenities. My husband and I cannot say enough for the service and friendliness of the staff. Excellent in every respect. Jerry and... read more
"Great" 5/13/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

The inn was clean and the staff were very friendly, we had a great time.

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"Nice and quaint" 5/13/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

It's situated at ine end of downtown Santa Barbara, walking distance to downtown restaurants, shopping and the pier. You can also walk to the Mission. The rooms are cute and it comes with cocktail hour (champagne and crudites, cheese &... read more
"A charming Victorian in Santa Barbara" 5/8/2009
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Stayed On: 2/2009

A very well-run B&B with a lovely host who was totally welcoming and informative, but knew just when to leave guests to their own devices. Rooms were very comfortable, and the breakfast was just right--enough choices for everyone. Close enough... read more
"Lovely experience" 9/30/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

My husband and I stayed here in one of the cottages with a soft tub on 9/1 and 9/2. It was spacious and very clean also tastefully decorated. The location was perfect. We will go back for sure!

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"WONDERFUL AND RELAXING" 7/26/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

My husband and I stayed for a weekend and felt pampered and delighted with our room, the food and the ambiance of the inn. The staff were gracious, meeting all our desires. The room was comfortable and charming. This is the third time we have spent... read more
"Our 2nd Stay Here" 6/20/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We stayed here recently on the last night of a 6 night North Coast get-away. What made it very special is that we got a "Baby Boomer Discount" which made the room very reasonable. They were quite generous with the afternoon wine &... read more
"Had a Great Time" 5/4/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

My new wife and I stayed in the Eberle room. We were happy with everything, and had a great time. The room was lovely, the staff was friendly and helpful, and the food was great.

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"Cheshire Cat Inn" 4/24/2008
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Stayed On: 2/2008

Lovely, great food, spacious rooms with many amenities. Hospitable and friendly innkeepers, spectacular grounds and exceptional safety for cars and guests. Lots of nearby attractions.

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"Wonderful weekend!" 1/22/2008
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Stayed On: 2/2005

My husband and I stayed here and had a perfect weekend. The room was clean an dmet our expectations. I love the fact that there is a cat on the property. Great food and treats as well!

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"Stunning - What a place" 7/16/2007
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Stayed On: 7/2007

This is one if not the most beautiful B&B's I have ever seen or stayed at. The homes, the gardens, everythign is so perfectly maintained. We had oen of the private bungalows and it was perfect!! We would stay here again anytime.

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"Perfect Choice" 3/27/2007
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Stayed On: 3/2007

Found the Inn to be even better than expected. Lovely setting, staff was superb and service was outstanding. Close to everything. The room was everything and more. A must stay for your trip to town. We will be back soon

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Cheshire Cat Inn Bed and Breakfast
Cheshire Cat Inn, Santa Barbara, CA - Inn
Cheshire Cat Inn
36 W Valerio Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
USA
Phone: +1-805-569-1610
Fax: +1-805-682-1876
Innkeeper(s)
Christine Dunstan
Rates:
$139 - $400
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The Cheshire Cat features two stately Queen Anne Victorians, and a Coach House with two suites, three 2-bedroomed cottages and a Spa rooms offering full massage and body treatments, all surrounded by lush flower-filled gardens and patios. The Inn is just one block from Santa Barbara¿s main shopping street, which is full of attractive courtyards and alleys. The Old Mission is an easy 20-minute walk in one direction and the beach, a brisk 40 minutes in the other. Each one of the sunny guest rooms and cottages is uniquely furnished and ranges from the elegant to the whimsical. Some are larger split-level junior suites with private balconies; others have in-room Jacuzzi tubs and fireplaces. Other amenities may include TV/VCRS, ironing boards and refrigerators. The Victorian guest rooms have been decorated with Laura Ashley wallpapers and fabrics and English antiques, while the cottages have oak floors, oriental rugs, pine furniture and Eddie Bauer down comforters. All the rooms have private baths and direct-dial telephones. Rates include breakfast and hors d¿oeuvres and local wines served in the afternoon.

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Relax in the tranquility of our flower filled gardens.Enjoy the spacious elegance of the Cheshire Cat Suite.
Take a hot bubbling Jacuzzi by the fireside in the Eberle Room.Our comfy cozy cottages are really a "home away from home".
Visit our Spa and pamper yourself with a wonderful massage or body treatment. TweedleDee Studio with kitchen facilities
The Mad Hatter room is anything but madThe Mobberly Cottage is a one bedroom cottage with a Hot Tub on the private patio.
The Cheshire Cat Inn's outdoor spa.Alice's Suite with a private balcony overlooking the Cheshire Cat gardens
Jeans. a light and airy room.Mock Turtle, overlooking the Cheshire Cat Inn front gardens.
March Hare with a lovely bay window.Caterpillar, a split level room with a private balcony overlooking the Cheshire Cat Inn Gardens
Duchess, an elegant quiet room with an old fashioned Claw Foot TubWhite Rabbit, a split level room with a private balcony overlooking the English garden at the Cheshire Cat Inn
Tweedledum suite living room with fireplace.Woodford Cottage living room at the Cheshire Cat Inn
Dormouse with a gas burning fireplace.