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The Arabella House - Charmed Victorian in Historic Downtown Ventura

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, books
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Ventura, CA
  • Rubicon Theatre Company
    2 min walk
  • Ventura City Hall
    8 min walk
  • Ventura Pier
    12 min walk
  • Oxnard, CA (OXR)
    21 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Arabella House - Charmed Victorian in Historic Downtown Ventura

Our 1882 Victorian is located just blocks from the beach and historic downtown Ventura.

Stroll to the pier, local eateries, boutiques, bars, the Farmer's Market and cultural treasures including the Majestic Ventura Theater and the Rubicon. Or simply unfurl on the front porch with a good book.

Located 1.1 miles from the Ventura Fairgrounds, the Arabella includes 3 spacious en-suite bedrooms outfitted with luxury beds , 2 parlors, dining room, and service kitchen to comfortably accommodate up to 6 people.

Our Main Street location means the bells of City Hall, a distant train and the hum of downtown make up the soundtrack during your stay. It also means an array of delicious eateries, bars, beaches, Patagonia's flagship store and cultural spaces are all truly within walking, rolling or cycling distance. Enjoy the Ventura Pier, San Buena Ventura Mission, Ventura County Museum, Rubicon Theatre and downtown Ventura.

Outfitted with a television, game boards, books and directions to our favorite local spots we invite you to escape the 24-hour news cycle, unplug and unwind in our Victorian treasure.

Come park your car and spend your holiday exploring our seaside town on foot or take a day jaunt to nearby Santa Barbara and Ojai - just a 30minute car ride ... Or ferry out to explore the Channel Islands.

Off-street parking for two cars per stay in addition to street parking.
Complimentary Wifi and laundry facilities.

Please note, the basic service kitchen includes an original 1880s stovetop with a petite oven, farm sink, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave along with pots, pans, serving ware and a few pantry basics however the oven is small and will not accommodate large poultry or large pizzas.

Guests have exclusive use of the entire house, front porch, front yard and back patio however the rear yard incudes a studio that may or may not be rented during your stay.

STVR Permit #2319
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Rubicon Theatre Company. 1 hot tub is available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Rubicon Theatre Company and 8 minutes on foot from Ventura City Hall
The Arabella House - Charmed Victorian in Historic Downtown Ventura offers its guests a hot tub and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Elizabeth

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Recycling

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Arabella - Charmed Victorian in Downtown Ventura Ventura

The Arabella House - Charmed Victorian in Historic Downtown Ventura Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, roomy house, excellent host
We were a group of adults and two children, mostly family, for a weekend stay. The house is even more beautiful than it appears on the web: large rooms, high ceilings, nicely decorated, fabulous and enormous bathrooms with especially great showers, comfy beds, windows everywhere, charming front porch, comfortable back-patio seating. Easy walk to a lively downtown, just far enough away that there was no noise issue. Walk to the beach, even with two kids, was quick and rewarding. Can't say enough good things. Didn't want to leave. We did not use the stove, but everything else in the kitchen was fine, lots of dishes and glasses available. The washer/dryer worked fine. The host was very responsive to our one minor issue, calling me within a minute or two of my query, and settling the problem immediately. We expect to have reasons to return to the area (family member at UCSB, close enough), and we will try very hard to book this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Everything was perfect with our stay. Great location to downtown and to the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully-restored Victorian in the heart of Ventura
A beautiful, spacious property in a great location. Perfect for a larger family or multiole couplesbtravelimg together. Elizaberh is a thoughtful, accommodatimg host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Wonderful property and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Klara V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful charming spotless house in a perfect location
Few blocks from all the restaurants and nightlife of downtown but quiet and peaceful. The house has been impeccably updated and is truly charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nanci R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical place for a wedding weekend!!
My daughters and I loved our stay at Arabella for one of their wedding's weekend. The vintage charm but with all the modern amenities was just perfect for our comfort but also great pre-wedding photos!! Elizabeth was a gem and went over and above to be sure this busy weekend went off like a charm. The proximity to the activity on Main Street was a plus...close enough for a short walk but a block or two off the busy area to enjoy the quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Klara V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming but luxurious house in perfect location
What an amazing place! A gorgeous Victorian beautifully renovated with all the modern luxuries you’d want but that still manages to retain charm and character. Extremely comfortable beds and fantastic bathrooms/showers. Three blocks from all of the Main Street restaurants/bars etc. but extremely quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020