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Eagle Creek Ranch in Downtown Los Alamos

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This is the TV/game room. It is next to the Living Room. (TV to the left).
This is the kitchen patio in the backyard area, the main entry to the house.
This is the formal Living Room with fireplace. (The TV/game room is next to it).
Pool table in the TV/game room.
The "TV" lounge in the TV/game room. Pool table to the right.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Los Alamos, CA
  • Bedford Winery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Bodega Los Alamos
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Foxen Canyon Wine Trail
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Eagle Creek Ranch in Downtown Los Alamos

Eagle Creek Ranch is my special place. I fell in love with it on my first visit and I just knew it was for me.

The property is 1/2 block from the main street in Los Alamos, CA. It's very private even though it's only right over the creek from Bell Street. The property is fenced and there is plenty of room to walk, explore, play crocket/Bocce Ball/Cornhole, relax, and enjoy a fire in the fire pit or lounge in the jacuzzi.

I decided, after spending months pouring my heart into the property, the ranch house and the Saloon, that I wanted to share it with others. It’s a work in progress but already a comfortable place to call home. The wifi is good, there is parking for many, you can invite guests for dinner under the oak grove and have a drink in the Saloon and you might even see the resident bobcat or the resident fox family wandering through the yard. You're a 10 second walk from downtown Bell Street across the bridge.

The Los Alamos area was originally a Chumash Indian Village and then became a stagecoach town in the late 1800's. It's a short drive to the rest of Santa Ynez Valley and everything it has to offer. It still boasts the last remaining railroad station that serviced the narrow gauge line during the early 1900’s (across the street from my ranch).

One of my favorite things to do is sit outside at the fire pit and stargaze. Because the property is off of Bell Street, you can usually see a starry sky in the evenings.

Whether you want to bike, hike, shop, or explore the many wine tasting and restaurant options available, you’ll always have something to do. Los Alamos, itself, is home to some of the best dining options in the entire Valley and the people are friendly and welcoming. It’s a small town (I have to get my mail at the post office every day), but not too far from Santa Barbara and Los Angeles (to the south) and San Luis Obispo and San Francisco (to the north). It is literally taking a step back in time.
Note...Los Alamos is rural! As such, there are occasional (2 to 3 times / year or so) unexpected power outages. The wifi is great at my property but it has gone out 1 or 2 times over the last few years on me, so if you absolutely are relying on wi-fi and would be very disappointed if you happen to staying during one of those 1-2 times a year when it went out, you might want to reconsider staying in Los Alamos!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Open to small "gatherings" and bringing friends.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Clean up (fur, etc) to avoid fees ($100 min.)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: Open to small "gatherings" and bringing friends.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Los Alamos

Located in Los Alamos, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. A Tribute to Grace Wine Company and Bedford Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Global Gardens and OstrichLand USA. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking, hiking and cycling.
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Los Alamos, CA

What's nearby

  • Bedford Winery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bodega Los Alamos - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Foxen Canyon Wine Trail - 12 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Chumash Casino - 25 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Vandenberg Air Force Base - 28 min drive - 34.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Maria Station - 19 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bob's Well Bread Bakery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Charlie’s Restaurant - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Bodega Los Alamos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Full Of Life Flatbread - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lo-Fi - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Eagle Creek Ranch in Downtown Los Alamos pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Eagle Creek Ranch in Downtown Los Alamos ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eagle Creek Ranch in Downtown Los Alamos ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Eagle Creek Ranch in Downtown Los Alamos located?

Located in the heart of Los Alamos, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of A Tribute to Grace Wine Company, Bedford Winery and Bodega Los Alamos. Foxen Canyon Wine Trail and Martian Ranch & Vineyard are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Sherry

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Hi! I'm Dawn. Born and raised in central California. I'm an architect and own and run an architectural firm in Santa Barbara. I live part-time at Eagle Creek Ranch and part-time on my 50' Grand Banks Motor Yacht in the Santa Barbara harbor with my yellow lab, Brigitte (Bardot). I love sailing, running, cycling, cooking, and traveling, amongst many other lesser known interests such as riding on my big lawn mover, getting dolled up for a party, waxing my car, photographing birds, thrift store shopping, Netflix binging, staring at a campfire with a glass of whiskey, being corny with my friends, and playing keyboards with my girl band.
I've traveled quite a bit and lived in Florence, Italy, during school way back in 1989 where I learned to live and breathe Italian. Then I married a Frenchman...lol. Right now, it's back to English, for the most part.
I was born about 15 miles north of Los Alamos and have always loved this little town. My family roots are in the country, and I never thought I'd have a chance to get back to those roots until I bought Eagle Creek Ranch. I know I can't really call this the "country", but I can pretend... and it's nice to be able to get dirt under my nails and dust in my teeth as a change from feet in the sand and ocean mist messing up my hair.

Why they chose this property

I came across this property for sale and knew I wanted it. It was love at first sight. I have a history in the hospitality business as an architect, have owned and operated a yacht charter business for 12 years and also own and operate another VRBO property in Santa Barbara. I love sharing my town with others and creating comfortable spaces. Eagle Creek Ranch is a natural muse.

What makes this property unique

The ranch is a work in progress, but already the best things about it include feeling removed from the hustle of life by just crossing the bridge, wandering around the grounds and running into Bob, the bobcat and his friend, Mr. Fox. The Saloon is a special place for me because I love playing music with my friends and inviting people to my very own place! I even like being able to see the freeway lights flickering between the trees at night because I feel removed, yet close to civilization. At night, I love the quiet Living Room with just a fire in the fireplace and a good book. It's a 180 from boat life!

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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