Simpson House Inn
The Simpson House Inn is secluded in an acre of English gardens, yet only a five-minute walk from Santa Barbara's restaurants, theaters, museums and shops.
Lovingly restored by the Davies family, the estate retains the integrity of its heritage. Mature oaks, magnolias, fountains and numerous sitting areas dot the expansive lawns. This historic landmark Victorian estate is considered one of the most distinguished homes of its era in Southern California.
The carefully restored barn blends the elegance of the old with the luxury of the new. The Weathervane and Hayloft Rooms, upstairs, and Tack Room and Carriage Rooms, downstairs, feature antique pine floors and Oriental rugs. French doors open onto private decks overlooking the gardens. Each suite has a king bed, a loveseat by the wood-burning fireplace and antique furniture.
The Plumstead Cottage bedroom.
The Weathervane Room.
The Tack Room.
As guests of the Simpson House, you are invited to enjoy the Santa Barbara Athletic Club during your stay. Their facilities include a lap pool, sauna, steam room, racquetball, yoga, exercise classes and modem gym equipment. The Club is located one mile from the Inn. The Simpson House Inn is in a lovely neighborhood, with excellent jogging routes and nearby parks, historic architecture, museums, shopping and dining all within walking distance.

121 E. Arrellaga
Santa Barbara, CA
Toll Free Reservations: 1-866-388-0036


Sandstone walls and tall hedges screen the Inn from the tree-lined street. The historic, East-lake style Victorian estate was built by Scotsman Robert Simpson in 1874.
It features the elegant 1874 Victorian home, restored 1878 barn and three garden cottages. The 15 rooms, suites and cottages feature generous amenities, warm inviting décor and furnishings, complemented by hallmark service.
The Abbeywood, Greenwich and Plumstead cottages have been crafted to reflect the luxurious elegance. Each one opens onto a private intimate fountain courtyard where you can linger over breakfast. The cottages also feature antique canopied queen featherbeds, loveseats by wood burning fireplaces, and an in-room Jacuzzi tub for luxuriating. Teak hardwood floors complement the Oriental rugs and antique furniture.
The Carriage Room living room and bedroom.
The Hayloft Room.
Let the Inn pamper you with one of their many in-room European spa services. Take one of the bicycles and cruise around historic, beautiful Santa Barbara. Mountain hikes, beach walks or just relaxing with a book in the garden…invigorating or calming… the choice is yours.

2007 Daily Double Rates: Main House Rooms...Mary Simpson Room - $235. Katherine McCormick Room - $285. Sun Room - $365. Margaret Simpson Room - $375. Parlor Room - $395. Robert and Julia Simpson Room - $475. Garden Rooms...Garden Room - $425. Old Barn Rooms...Weathervane Room - $595. Hayloft Room - $585. Tack Room - $585. Carriage Room - $615. Cottages...Abbeywood - $565. Greenwich - $595. Plumstead - $605. Pendle Cottage - $605. Rates include...Gratuity free service. A full gourmet breakfast. Evening Mediterranean hors D'oeuvres buffet featuring local Santa Barbara wines. Bicycles, English lawn croquet, beach equipment. Davies Gate bath products and cozy robes. TV/VCR with a movie collection of over 300 titles. Santa Barbara trolley pass. Morning Newspaper. Rooms are single or double occupancy and subject to 12% hotel tax. Additional person limited to specific rooms, midweek, non-holiday periods and pre-arrangement only - $35. Two night minimum stay required if Saturday night is included. Three night minimum during holiday periods. For your comfort, smoking is permitted on the smoking veranda only. No pets please. Check in time is after 3:00pm. Check out time is 11:00am. Pre payment of one night or 50% of the total stay, whichever is greater, will guarantee your reservation. The Inn accepts cash, personal checks, MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover. If you must cancel your reservation, 7 days cancellation notice is required to receive a refund. If you must cancel with less than 7 days notice you are financially responsible for any nights not rebooked.

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