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Country Dreamer [#196762] | View Property
Santa Ynez
House, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 8)
$550 - $675
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Traveler Reviews (23)
Couples Vacation
Guest: Mark
Date of Stay: 05/15/12
Review Submitted: 05/25/12
Connie I have been meaning to email or call you as well. The place was absolutely amazing for us. The group was so impressed with your home – I think that was the biggest difference to all of us, it felt like a real home, not a vacation property if that makes sense. Everything about the place was perfect – the beds were amazing, we had so much room inside and out, the kitchen appliances were like a fine restaurant, the pool was great, and the hot tub was the best – it heats up so fast! Overall, your place made the trip so relaxing and enjoyable, we think we’ll be back for sure. Thanks again for renting it to us!
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ALL GIRL WEEKEND
Guest: TMM
(VALENCIA, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/31/12
Review Submitted: 04/17/12
Thanks David and Connie~ My girl friends and I had a wonderful time at your place. Everything was amazing! I was really impressed with all the upgraded amenities such as the Jacuzzi, kitchen and bathrooms. The pictures don’t do it justice! Country Dreamer slept 8 very comfortably. The house was immaculately furnished and decorated!!! I know that none of us had any complaints. On the contrary- everyone raved what a great find. We all especially loved the fresh flowers in every room. It was a nice touch to the all girl weekend. I recommend this place to families, couples, or groups who plan on staying in the Santa Ynez, Los Olivos or Solvang area. We all wished we could have stayed longer, but I definitely will be returning to the Country Dreamer! Thank you- Thank you- Thank you!!!
Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Heavenly Escape
Guest: Renee & Ryan
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Date of Stay: 03/17/12
Review Submitted: 04/10/12
We loved this home and the location is great! Even though it rained all weekend, we loved being there. The fireplaces, the cozy kitchen and the fabulous rooms made it all a delight. The owners were lovely, prompt and their home is gorgeous! Thank you so much! We shall be back!
Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Beautiful, Charming Executive home
Guest: Sightseer
(California)
Date of Stay: 09/16/11
Review Submitted: 09/23/11
The house was better than the pictures. Decorated beautifully and extremely comfortable. What a picturesque setting both inside and out. The grounds are immaculate as was the living areas and stocked with anything and everything one would need. Our party of 8 was more than comfortable and everything was labeled for easy use. The owners were easy to contact if needed. Thank you
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway.
A weekend to cherish!
Guest: Mike
(Newbury Park, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/15/11
Review Submitted: 07/22/11
We stayed at this Country Dreamer property, along with three other couples, for a weekend wine tasting getaway. Everything about this house enhanced our fantastic weekend. The house was immaculate, spacious and extremely comfortable. The backyard was very inviting, from the pool, and Jacuzzi to the wood burning Fire Pit/BBQ we could have easily stayed another week. We’re all looking forward to staying here again next time we go to the Santa Ynez area…sooner than later.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
OUTSTANDING!!!!
Guest: Jax
(Valley Ford, Ca)
Date of Stay: 06/03/11
Review Submitted: 06/07/11
This location is truly a dream come true! It is in a great location, just down the road from Los Olivos. The house to extremely clean and has everything you could possibly need! The owners are very attentive and fresh flowers even await your arrival. The backyard is perfect for entertaining and the spa and pool are just lovely! I cant wait to return to this location, its the best VRBO rental I have ever stayed in! I highly recommend this property to anyone who wants to escape to beautiful wine country!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
What a weekend!
Guest: MB
(Long Beach, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11
Review Submitted: 05/01/12
For my 40th birthday celebration, I wanted a vacation home where my friends & I could relax to the fullest, where we could be together while still having our own space. There were 4 couples, and this house was perfect! Wonderful attention to detail, spacious living & outdoor areas, and extremely helpful proprietors...I would recommend it to anyone!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Lovely Home in a Great Location
Guest: Monica
(Los Angeles, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/30/11
Review Submitted: 05/03/11
The seven people in our group really enjoyed this lovely home! It is extremely clean, comfortable and spacious with personal touches such as fresh flowers throughout. The kitchen is quite large and was able to accommodate five of us cooking at the same time with no problem. It was so nice to have all the comforts of home while on vacation. We especially enjoyed the backyard as it’s extremely serene and relaxing and you can’t beat the view of the stars at night from the hot tub! Our day of wine tasting in the area was fantastic and coming home to such an inviting and warm environment made it even better. I would definitely recommend this home and hope to visit it again sometime in the near future!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
We loved our stay!
Guest: Elizabeth
(San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/08/11
Review Submitted: 05/03/11
We enjoyed a beautiful girls weekend at this lovely house. The pictures did not do the property justice, it was quite spacious, with several special touches including fresh-cut flowers awaiting our arrival. The heater on the hot tub wasn't working when we arrived, and the owners came out just to fix it, which was service above and beyond our expectations. I would highly recommend staying here!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Spacious, beautiful and comfortable home!
Guest: Lisa
(Lakewood, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/07/11
Review Submitted: 01/18/11
Lots of room inside and outside - our wine-tasting weekend with 4 couples was a hit! We love to cook when we travel, so it was important to have such a great, well-stocked kitchen, plus we loved being able to all sit at the same table for meals. Outside amenities were wonderful as well. We would definitely recommend this home.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Perfect Vacation Home
Guest: pkaz
(Los Angeles, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/31/10
Review Submitted: 01/02/11
We just got back from an amazing New Year's weekend with some friends and our kids. We were all so impressed with the house - it was beyond our expecations. The house is in incredible shape and stocked with everything you could possibly need. It was by far the nicest vacation home I have ever stayed in. The rooms are all very comfortable, and there is a lot of privacy, so even with kids, we felt as if we had our own space. There are doors that separate the living area and kitchen from the bedrooms for extra quiet as well. And the kitchen was the highlight - tons of space to cook and fully stocked. We're hoping to go back in the summer!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
Wonderful, charming, comfortable stay!
Guest: CeeCeeO
(Burbank, CA)
Date of Stay: 11/05/10
Review Submitted: 11/08/10
We had such a great weekend staying at your house- the place exceeded our expectations and was very welcoming. Such a wonderful experience overall and the fresh flowers were an added touch!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Beautiful Home
Guest: May
(Glendale)
Date of Stay: 10/15/10
Review Submitted: 12/08/10
Quiet setting with beautiful accommodations. Lovely neighborhood near Solvang and Los Olivos.
Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Beautiful well kept home
Guest: Heather
(Venice, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/02/10
Review Submitted: 10/05/10
This property was lovely. The yard and home are well maintained and in great condition. The owners were very helpful. Located in the heart of Santa Ynez this is the perfect place to stay for nearby wine tasting or just relaxing by the pool. Spacious property with a large kitchen and yard.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.
Fabulous Getaway in Santa Ynez
Guest: Stacey
(Carlsbad, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/17/10
Review Submitted: 09/21/10
Our group of 4 couples was extremely impressed with the Country Dreamer; the pictures don't do it justice. The house was beautiful, the decorations were perfect, and the backyard was the ideal place to relax. The four couples went to Santa Ynez for a weekend of wine tasting and relaxing, and both were accomplished. The wood burning bar-b-que was a great surprise, and we were all impressed with the dinner we cooked on the BBQ and in the fully stocked kitchen. I would recommend this home for anyone going to Santa Ynez and looking for a cozy, comfortable, beautiful retreat.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Fantastic Stay!
Guest: vino bambino
(Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 09/04/10
Review Submitted: 09/10/10
Pool, hot tub & Firepit all make for great days and nights around the house. The bed was extremely comfortable and made me want to replace mine at home. The house feels cozy and updated, the interior is really well appointed. Its a fantastic house in a great location! We will be back!!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Wonderful weekend
Guest: Rachel
(Santa Barbara, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/13/10
Review Submitted: 08/18/10
We had a wonderful girls weekend away at the Country Dreamer! The house had everything we needed and more and the owners were fantastic to deal with. I would definitely go back for another relaxing weekend. The photos don't do justice to this amazing place!
Recommended for:Girls getaway
The Country Dreamer is perfect for a family and friends getaway!
Guest: Shawna
(San Marino, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10
Review Submitted: 07/30/10
The house was absolutely beautiful and proved perfect for entertaining the family while we were there. In fact your decor has given us some inspiration for a few things in our own home. The grounds were also very nice. Our two young children had a fantastic time swimming in the pool and my husband particularly liked bar-b-queing using the oak pit grill. He said it was the first time he had cooked tri-tip properly since he lived in the area almost twenty years ago. We are now planning our next trip back to Santa Ynez and would love to rent the Country Dreamer again. We have already told friends that if they are planning a trip to Santa Ynez, we have a perfect house for them to stay at. We can't say enough about this house!
Recommended for:Families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
The Perfect Place to Relax
Guest: Wendy T.
(Sacramento, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/08/10
Review Submitted: 07/13/10
The house is even more beautiful and spacious than the pictures show. Myself and 5 of my girlfriends rented the house for the weekend to celebrate one of our birthdays. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need. The bedrooms are all spacious and with very comfortable beds. The home is beautifully decorated with lots of natural light shining through the many floor to ceiling windows. The pool and hot tub are an added luxury and perfect for relaxing. The home is in a quiet neighborhood and is centrally located to anything in the Santa Ynez Valley. We will definitely rent again when in the area!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
LOVED IT!
Guest: Danny
(Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 07/03/10
Review Submitted: 07/08/10
We just had the best 4th of July weekend ever at the Coutnry Dreamer property. It's located right in the heart of the Santa Ynez valley, so it's just a short drive to Los Olivos, Solvang, etc. Perfect for wine-tasting adventures or just a relaxing back yard BBQ. The kitchen is huge too, so perfect for group cooking efforts. The house was beautiful, clean and in great shape. We'll definitley be back for another visit soon.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Week-end escape
Guest: LA type
(Los Angeles, California)
Date of Stay: 06/25/10
Review Submitted: 07/29/10
After quite a bit of time sifting through VRBO, we chose this location for a relaxing couples' week-end escape. We were not disappointed. The place was picturesque - Eddie Bauer meets Martha Stewart. We could not believe how beautiful and well kept the home is. In addition, the hosts were readily available to answer any questions that came up. I would not hesitate to recommend this place to anyone. We're already planning a return trip this fall.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Wonderful Relaxing Place
Guest: Charlotte
(Los Altos Hills, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/16/10
Review Submitted: 07/09/10
My family booked this as a place to get together and it was perfect. Sadly our trip did not work out quite as we planned because of last minute health issues, but our time there was really delightful and very relaxing. It was really a pleasure to work with Connie while organizing our stay and it was a really lovely place to spend time together. I very much hope that we can return some time so we can stay longer.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Everything you could want and more!
Guest: New Jersey travelers
(Hamilton Square, NJ)
Date of Stay: 05/21/10
Review Submitted: 06/21/10
We had 7 family members coming from New Jersey to meet and stay at Country Dreamer. The house exceeded everyone’s expectations. It was well equipped, very spacious, and extremely clean. Prior to arrival Connie was very helpful in answering any questions I had. Once we were there, Dave even stopped by to assist us. I would definitely recommend this property to all! Our only disappointment was that we only stayed 3 nights.
Recommended for:Sightseeing