1720 1/2 Calle Poniente

Peaceful Cottage Retreat in the Upper West Side - Pet Friendly! Available Mid-July Tucked away above the neighborhood and shielded from the street, this serene single-family cottage offers a private oasis in the heart of the Upper West Side. With three bedrooms and one bathroom, this rental has no other tenants on the property, providing true privacy and tranquility. House is offered unfurnished - bring your own furniture and make this house your own! Inside, you'll find a beautifully updated home featuring high-end kitchen appliances, including a Bertazzoni range, Fisher & Paykel refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and a wine fridge. Granite countertops, original hardwood floors and beautiful knotty alder doors throughout add warmth and character. Bathroom designed with travertine tiles and deep soaker tub. House has central forced air heating, on-site laundry, a whole-home water softener and reverse osmosis drinking water filtration system. Enjoy multiple outdoor spaces perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Start your day with a coffee and birdsong on the charming front porch overlooking the hills. Host dinner on the Trex deck off the dining area, complete with scenic hillside views. You're just steps from trailheads leading into Elings Park, and a 5-minute drive from Hendry's Beach, the Douglas Preserve (doggie heaven!), and the Mesa. Just 1.5 miles from downtown Santa Barbara and everything State Street has to offer. There is a long narrow shared driveway leading to a newly installed paver-lined parking area with a single car carport and space for up to two additional small/medium cars. Small/medium sized cars only for the driveway/turnaround. For oversized vehicles, street parking is available. No permits required. Laundry is in the shed just outside the house. Tenant pays all utilities; owner pays for bi-weekly gardener. Good income and credit required. No smoking on property. Renter's insurance required. Background and credit check will be performed. Personal references will be checked. No co-signers. Quiet and peaceful neighborhood with friendly neighbors who have lived in the neighborhood for decades. Seeking quiet and respectful tenants for 12 month lease or longer. Pet-friendly with approval. The fully fenced yard is ideal for your furry friends. 1 large or 2 small quiet well-behaved dogs and/or cats are welcome. Available for rent starting July 15th but date is flexible depending on when current tenants move out. Currently occupied - do not disturb tenants. Contact via Zillow for more info or to request video tour link. OPEN HOUSES currently scheduled for Saturday May 30th and Sunday May 31st from 1-3pm.