Summerland is a beautiful community that resides on the Pacific Coast between the cities of Carpinteria and Santa Barbara. Its colorful hillside buildings and Big Yellow House restaurant are visible from State Highway 101 a few miles south of Santa Barbara.

Founded in 1889 by rancher Harry L. Williams, the town attracted a unique population because of his interest in the supernatural as he invited others to join him. The Big Yellow House which, like many original buildings in town rumored to have ghosts, was built in 1884 as the founder's personal residence.

A coastal community that has survived its less glorious past during the oil booming days is now unique town worth visiting with its beautiful Miramar Beach that has regained is natural scenic beauty.

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California Lodging Directory

Casa Del Mar Inn, Santa Barbara
A charming, Mediterranean-style Inn just steps from blue Pacific. Twenty-one rooms and suites.

Cheshire Cat Inn, Santa Barbara
Two side-by-side graceful Victorian homes close to the beach with the theme of Alice in Wonderland.

Old Yacht Club Inn, Santa Barbara
Within walking distance to East Beach, Stearn's Wharf, the zoo, shops and restaurants.