Cheshire Cat Inn

36 W Valerio Street
Santa Barbara California 93101
USA

http://www.cheshirecat.com

Phone: +1-805-569-1610
Fax: +1-805-682-1876

General Information

The Cheshire Cat Inn & Spa features two stately Queen Anne Victorians, an elegant 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.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 17 guest accommodations (17 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 199.00 and $ 400.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 199.00 and $ 400.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
  • Other Accommodations: Cottages

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • Ceiling fans
  • Data port
  • Fireplace
  • Fridge
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Internet Service
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR
On Site
  • Board games
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Videos
  • Washer/dryer

Other Amenities: Spa Services

Meals

  • A Continental Plus breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8:30AM - 10:00AM
  • Breakfast is served in the Patio, Breakfast/dining area, In room
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Tea/Coffee in afternoon, Fruit, Wine/cheese

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (2 nights weekends and specila events)
  • Smoking is not allowed
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Accommodations are not suitable for children
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (in afternoons)
  • Deposit amount required (First Night)
  • Closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
  • Check in time is 3:00 PM and Check out time is 12:00 Noon
  • Cancellations:
    Must cancel 7 days or more prior to arrival for deposit refund less a $25.00 handling fee.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • California Association of Bed and Breakfast Inns
Discounts available:
 10%Seniors 
  special pkgs 

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • English Gardens
  • Private Hot Tubs
  • Spa Treatments
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Honeymoons
  • Luxury
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • Spa

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Victorian
  • Built in 1894
  • Opened for business in 1985
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1995
  • Parking available

Location

  • Geographic region: Santa Barbara Area
  • Location is best described as: City
  • Nearest major city: Santa Barbar, CA (0 miles)
  • Directions to property:
    From Los Angeles/San Diego Take Highway 101 North Bound. When in Santa Barbara take the Arrellaga St. exit. Continue four blocks to Chapala St. (Chapala St is a one way street going left). Turn left on Chapala St. for one block to Valerio St. The Cheshire Cat Inn is located on the corner of Chapala St and Valerio St. From San Francisco/Monterey Take Highway 101 South Bound. When in Santa Barbara take the Mission St. exit. Turn left on Mission St. and continue five blocks to State St. (six stoplights). Turn right on State St. for three blocks to Valerio St. Turn right on Valerio St. for one block and you will see the Cheshire Cat Inn on your right at the end of the block. From Train Station, Wharf and Beach Drive North on State St. (towards the mountains) for 1 ½ miles to Valerio St. Left on Valerio St. for one block and you will see the Cheshire Cat Inn on your right at the end of the block
  • Nearest major airport: SBA 8 Miles miles

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Christine Dunstan
  • The innkeepers speak: English, Spanish

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Santa Barbara Mission, Santa Barbara Marina, Botanical Garden, Beaches, Paseo Nuevo, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo, Ruins, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Billiards, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Horseshoes, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Fiesta, March Film Festival, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Water sports