Tranquil & Private with Sweeping Views, River---all within 5 min of Santa Ynez

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Enjoy the area

Santa Ynez, CA

Chumash Casino8 min drive
Old Mission Santa Ines13 min drive
Solvang Festival Theater14 min drive
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

The Lodge and the Cabin are the guest quarters for the historic Rio Ynez Ranch, an 85-acre horse ranch in Santa Ynez. Previously, these two houses were only available to guests of the owner, including many storied personalities. Now you can share in the total privacy--- while only 5 minutes from downtown Santa Ynez, 10 to Los Olivos. Stroll 100 paces and sit at the edge of the Santa Ynez River and listen to the landscape of birdsong. Sit on the sprawling deck with a glass of local wine and ponder the uninterrupted panorama of mountains. You won’t see a sign of civilization during your stay. Furnished with a mixture of antiques and rare rustic furniture. The Lodge was redone recently: new paint, floors, marble kitchen counters, new French doors; the deck has been extended and a beautiful new outdoor fireplace and seating area have been built. The kitchen in the Lodge is fully equipped for you to cook a fine meal, and there is a fine outdoor gas grill, but the restaurants of Santa Ynez are only moments away, wineries too numerous to mention. The Lodge has one King Bedroom, Two Queen Bedrooms and Two Full Baths. The Cabin has One King Bed and one Full Bathroom.

NOTES:

The maximum number of guests allowed is 8. We do not hold events on the ranch. PLEASE SEND NO INQUIRIES ABOUT WEDDINGS.

Please do not request to book dates where your arrival or departure are the same day as an existing reservation. We like to leave at least 24 hours between stays for thorough cleaning and disinfecting.

The Cabin is approximately 80 feet from the Lodge. They only rent together.

A new high speed Wifi system has been installed (replacing the sluggish satellite Wifi). Streaming and Zoom from multiple devices are no problem.

There is only one TV and it is in the Master Bedroom

Preference will be given to longer stays.

There is an outdoor fireplace that is GAS ONLY.

There is an outdoor gas grill.

There is an indoor fireplace and firewood is provided.

There is a Keurig coffee maker as well as a filter coffee machine.

Horseback riding is not offered on property. Recommendations can be given for arranging rides in the valley.

Please make sure you take all items with you upon your departure. Items left by guests will not be returned to their owners.

Property manager

Andrew

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Santa Ynez

Located in Santa Ynez, this holiday home is on a river. Gainey Vineyard and Brave & Maiden Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sunny Fields Park and Hans Christian Andersen Park. Global Gardens and Apple Lane Solvang are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, mountain biking and horse riding.

Santa Ynez, CA

What's nearby

Chumash Casino - 8 min drive
Old Mission Santa Ines - 13 min drive
Solvang Brewing Company - 13 min drive
Solvang Festival Theater - 14 min drive
Sunstone Vineyards & Winery - 14 min drive

Getting around

Goleta Station - 44 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

Chumash Casino Resort - 9 min drive
Chumash Cafe - 10 min drive
The Willows - 9 min drive
Maverick Saloon - 9 min drive
The Solvang Bakery - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil & Private with Sweeping Views, River---all within 5 min of Santa Ynez pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil & Private with Sweeping Views, River---all within 5 min of Santa Ynez?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil & Private with Sweeping Views, River---all within 5 min of Santa Ynez?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil & Private with Sweeping Views, River---all within 5 min of Santa Ynez located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Gainey Vineyard and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House. Chumash Casino and Brave & Maiden Estate are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

20 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing getaway

Such a beautiful property if you are looking to escape and rejuvenate. Close to towns for wine tasting but we really just wanted to relax and take in the beauty!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy F.

1 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Pastoral Setting

What a beautiful spot, right by the Santa Ynez River, set on a huge horse/cattle ranch, but completely private. The house was charmingly decorated in Western style and has a fantastic deck where you can sit listening to the river glide by or enjoy a glass of wine by the outdoor fireplace. We had a wonderful time and would definitely return!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa N., Orange County, CA

25 February 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet private retreat.

Lovely lodge with great room for a special time with friends celebrating three birthdays. Close to local wine country. Full kitchen with everything we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

10 January 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A bit of heaven

Our family stayed at the Rio Ynez ranch for little over two weeks in December. Andy was super easy to communicate with and made sure everything was great upon our arrival. This house is easy to settle into and feel right at home. The flow of the floor plan is easy to move around in with plenty of space. Although there was a separate cabin available to us we were only 3 people and did not need to use it. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking utinsels and dishware and we cooked many meals in it. Our fur babies absolutely loved the expansive outside area to run and play. We felt confortable allowing our dogs to explore on their own under the safety offered by our watchful eyes. We loved staying here while enjoying the greater Santa Ynez valley. Although we were there during the rainy season, we fully enjoyed having afternoon drinks and snacks on the outside deck, very peaceful and relaxing. As a bonus the property is large enough that we were able to get in long walks without leaving the ranch. It was very peaceful walking down by the river, since it was the wet season the river was flowing nicely. I am sure that we will return sometime in the future.

Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin M., Los Altos Hills, CA, USA

7 December 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Going back to simpler times

An old cozy cottage in a beautiful private setting, secluded from the horse ranch. We had a lovely family Thanksgiving there! The views and surround are gorgeous, and the outdoor fireplace and deck seating area were a highlight. We enjoyed hiking around the neighborhood and hiking the local hiking trails, and visiting the beautiful little towns nearby with great restaurants. The beds were really comfortable, and the place worked well for privacy for the 3 couples. I was worried about cooking Thanksgiving dinner in the really old gas oven and range.. but it worked beautifully! There are lots of cooking utensils and pots and pans there and plenty of dishes, cups and cutlery ! The house is rustic.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023