Cheshire Cat Inn Santa Barbara-A Warm and Welcomed Getaway

Although we always miss our cats when we travel, it was comforting to know that the name of the B&B for next few days would keep us close to our feline companions.

We've passed by the Cheshire Cat Inn many times, and upon the recommendation from one of my good friends we decided to give it a try.

We were pleasantly surprised! Fashioned with an Alice in Wonderland theme, this charming Santa Barbara property personifies gracious English hospitality coupled with touch of whimsy. Look around and you’ll see many tributes to this fairy tale. How fun!

Conveniently located to downtown Santa Barbara, you can easily walk to several restaurants, take the trolley, or simply drive to adjacent wineries, and other points of interest.

Owned and operated by the Dunstan family for over 30 years, initially, the inn began as two Victorian Queen Anne homes built by German immigrant, Joseph Eberle who arrived in Santa Barbara in the 1880's. Over the years, the property has expanded, and now consists of fourteen rooms and four cottages.

This is a very homey place, elegant and refined, yet it is not ostentatious or stuffy. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating.

We really enjoyed hanging out in the main house prior to dinner to sample some of the many appetizers and fine wines that were available. As always with B&Bs we made a few comrades for the night, exchanging a brief synopsis of our lives, and sharing travel adventures. A robust breakfast brought more delectable offerings and convivial conversation.

What a great way to spend a wintery weekend, basking in the balm of several fireplaces and a staff that truly made us feel at home.

Cheshire Cat Inn

36 West Valerio St.

Santa Barbara, CA. 93101

805-569-1610

http://www.cheshirecat.com/

+1 805 569-1610