Guidebook for Santa Ynez
Wine Tasting
Our favorite wineries and tasting rooms.
Right around the corner from our ranch and the wines are so good they've been served at White House dinners.
9 Einheimische empfehlen
Beckmen Vineyards
2670 Ontiveros RdRight around the corner from our ranch and the wines are so good they've been served at White House dinners.
Great tasting room in Los Olivos that has a great sauvignon blanc.
Refugio Ranch Vineyards - Tasting Room
2990 Grand AveGreat tasting room in Los Olivos that has a great sauvignon blanc.
Trendy tasting room with average wines but they serve the BEST mini cupcakes on the weekends.
13 Einheimische empfehlen
Saarloos And Sons
2971 Grand AveTrendy tasting room with average wines but they serve the BEST mini cupcakes on the weekends.
Gorgeous vineyard with tasty wines. Popular on the weekends. They usually have a food truck.
32 Einheimische empfehlen
Sunstone Winery & Villa
N Refugio RdGorgeous vineyard with tasty wines. Popular on the weekends. They usually have a food truck.
Future Perfect Wine
2933 San Marcos AvenueGreat new tasting room in Los Olivos with delicious wines.
Fun tasting room in Los Olivos. Usually open later than most tasting rooms. Sometimes they have food trucks and live music.
16 Einheimische empfehlen
Carhartt Vineyard
2939 Grand AveFun tasting room in Los Olivos. Usually open later than most tasting rooms. Sometimes they have food trucks and live music.
Drinks & Nightlife
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.
45 Industrial WayIf you're in the mood for an afternoon beer.
Maverick Saloon
3687 Sagunto StThe local dive bar saloon
Mad & Vin
1576 Mission DrGreat lobby bar located inside The Landsby Hotel in Solvang.
Vaquero Bar
1635 Mission DriveNew bar located in Solvang. Open past midnight most nights. Good bar food and drinks.
Hiking
There are some great local hikes nearby.
Red Rock Pools
Gibraltar TrailSeasonal hike. Look it up before you go! It's a bit of a drive.
Grass Mountain Trail is a 5.2 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Santa Ynez, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
Grass Mountain Trail head
5100 Figueroa Mountain RdGrass Mountain Trail is a 5.2 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Santa Ynez, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
Lover's Loop via Grass Mountain Trail is a 4.1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Santa Ynez, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and nature trips. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
Lovers Loop
5100 Figueroa Mountain RdLover's Loop via Grass Mountain Trail is a 4.1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Santa Ynez, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and nature trips. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
Nojoqui Falls Trail is a 0.8 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Solvang, California that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
24 Einheimische empfehlen
Nojoqui Falls Park
3250 Alisal RdNojoqui Falls Trail is a 0.8 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Solvang, California that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
About 20 minutes away, Gaviota Wind Caves Trail is a 2 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Goleta, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Horses are also able to use this trail.
Gaviota Wind Caves
1595 U.S. 101About 20 minutes away, Gaviota Wind Caves Trail is a 2 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Goleta, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Horses are also able to use this trail.
Grocery Stores
Perfect for all of your grocery needs. They have a great meat counter if you're planning to grill during your stay.
35 Einheimische empfehlen
El Rancho Market
2886 Mission DrPerfect for all of your grocery needs. They have a great meat counter if you're planning to grill during your stay.
Lots of organic, local produce. Similar to Whole Foods.
17 Einheimische empfehlen
New Frontiers Natural Marketplace
1984 Old Mission DrLots of organic, local produce. Similar to Whole Foods.
Charming local market stocked with the basics. Located super close by. Great deli.
7 Einheimische empfehlen
Los Olivos Grocery
2621 CA-154Charming local market stocked with the basics. Located super close by. Great deli.
Awesome local farm stand about a mile down the road with seasonal fresh produce.
Finley Farms Honor stand
Awesome local farm stand about a mile down the road with seasonal fresh produce.
Dinner/Lunch Restaurants
One of the most popular restaurants in Santa Ynez. Excellent food and cocktails. Depending on the day, you'll want to make reservations in advance. Order the truffle pizza if it's on the specials.
55 Einheimische empfehlen
S.Y. Kitchen
1110 Faraday StOne of the most popular restaurants in Santa Ynez. Excellent food and cocktails. Depending on the day, you'll want to make reservations in advance. Order the truffle pizza if it's on the specials.
A newer restaurant in Los Olivos created by the SY Kitchen team. Excellent food and cocktails here too.
20 Einheimische empfehlen
Nella Kitchen & Bar
2860 Grand AveA newer restaurant in Los Olivos created by the SY Kitchen team. Excellent food and cocktails here too.
Brothers Restaurant at the Red Barn
3539 Sagunto StExcellent local steakhouse.
Fun spot located in Buellton with great food and a unique menu. Good for lunch or dinner.
37 Einheimische empfehlen
Industrial Eats
181 Industrial WayFun spot located in Buellton with great food and a unique menu. Good for lunch or dinner.
Delicious sandwiches. Perfect for grabbing lunch or a cheese board to go before heading to a winery.
15 Einheimische empfehlen
The Lucky Hen Larder
1095 Meadowvale RdDelicious sandwiches. Perfect for grabbing lunch or a cheese board to go before heading to a winery.
Ramen Kotori
1618 Copenhagen DriveRamen restaurant located in Solvang - easy to pick up and take to go!
Leonardo's Ristorante-Pizzeria
632 Alamo Pintado RdGood Italian Restaurant located nearby.
New popular local spot in Solvang. Great food. Attached to Vaquero Bar.
7 Einheimische empfehlen
Coast Range
1635 Mission DriveNew popular local spot in Solvang. Great food. Attached to Vaquero Bar.
Sear Steakhouse
478 4th PlaceNew steakhouse located in Solvang.
Coffee & Breakfast
Famous for their Danish pancakes. There's usually a long wait, but it's worth it.
22 Einheimische empfehlen
Paula's Pancake House
1531 Mission DrFamous for their Danish pancakes. There's usually a long wait, but it's worth it.
Popular breakfast spot located down the street. Good avocado toast and they serve a great Eggs Benedict on the weekends.
15 Einheimische empfehlen
Bob's Well Bread at the Ballard Store
2449 Baseline AvePopular breakfast spot located down the street. Good avocado toast and they serve a great Eggs Benedict on the weekends.
Cute walk up coffee window located in Santa Ynez. The matcha latte is excellent. Sometimes they have pastries.
Queen Cup Coffee
1095 Meadowvale RoadCute walk up coffee window located in Santa Ynez. The matcha latte is excellent. Sometimes they have pastries.
Good breakfast burrito and avocado toast. They serve coffee too.
16 Einheimische empfehlen
The Baker's Table
3570 Numancia StGood breakfast burrito and avocado toast. They serve coffee too.
Pony Espresso
3558 Sagunto StTrendy coffee shop located downtown Santa Ynez.
Birkholm's Bakery & Cafe
460 Alisal RdAmazing pastries in Solvang!
Excellent coffee shop in Los Olivos with a large outdoor patio. Try the zucchini muffin and/or coffee cake.
Lefty's Coffee Co.
2896 San Marcos AvenueExcellent coffee shop in Los Olivos with a large outdoor patio. Try the zucchini muffin and/or coffee cake.
Yoga & Fitness
This is our yoga studio located on the property. We offer public yoga and fitness classes 6 days a week as well as private sessions that can be scheduled at your convenience. Indoor and outdoor options are available. Message me or visit our website www.oldeoakmeadowyoga.com for more information.
Olde Oak Meadow Yoga
2085 North Refugio RoadThis is our yoga studio located on the property. We offer public yoga and fitness classes 6 days a week as well as private sessions that can be scheduled at your convenience. Indoor and outdoor options are available. Message me or visit our website www.oldeoakmeadowyoga.com for more information.