Riverfront Historic Cabin in the Heart of the Wine Country

• A wonderful peaceful retreat

  A wonderful peaceful retreat

  • Guest David
  • Date of stay 01/16/13
  • Review Submitted 01/31/13
  My wife and I spent a relaxing three days watching birds, hiking through the beautiful woods and pastures and sitting by an inviting fire. The cabin might be rustic, but it is very comfortable and has all the conveniences we wanted. It's perfect for a couple looking for a romantic getaway. The cabin is also filled with fascinating memorabilia and a selection of good books. All in all, one of our favorite vacations in a long time. Thank you, Karl!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway.

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• tranquil weekend with family

  tranquil weekend with family

  • Guest Jo
  • Date of stay 09/28/12
  • Review Submitted 10/06/12
  My husband, I and two little boys, 5 and 9, had a lovely weekend at this adorable cottage! We definitely aim to return with my parents or friends in tow. Beautifully decorated, tucked away facing a river. Loved taking outdoor showers facing the river! The kids loved splashing in the river, catching and releasing little fish (bring a net and bucket) and even found a beaver dam! Karl was a friendly and laid back host. He very generously let us stay until 6 pm on our last day, which makes a weekend in the country with children a far more relaxed and enjoyable affair! It is quiet and remote feeling, but really close to Santa Ynez and surrounding wine country. Well set up for lovely meals and socializing outside or in, and great big living room and fireplace that we want to return to in colder weather. Rustic yet sophisticated in decor, and super comfortable. It truly feels like a home not a rental. Beds and linens are luxurious! Helpful information: The 2 bedrooms are at opposite ends of the L-shaped house. Great for two couples. My husband and I had to split up because the kids didn't want to be alone so far away from us, although if we had stayed longer they may have adjusted. There are two original built in lower bunk beds in the living room that currently serve as window seats, that could cutely handle kids or overflow, which we didn't try. Also, you must walk through the bathroom to get to the main bedroom. There is a door to the veranda from the bedroom, so I escaped and came in through the kitchen once, when a child closed me out! For us, none of these small quirks outweighed the real pleasures of staying here. Our whole family loved it. We will be back for sure!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, age 55+, sightseeing.

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• Wine Country Cabin Retreat - Stars, Crickets, Peace and Tranquility

  Wine Country Cabin Retreat - Stars, Crickets, Peace and Tranquility

  • Guest Ready to Return
  • Date of stay 08/16/12
  • Review Submitted 08/24/12
  My wife and I and another couple just recently enjoyed an amazing visit the Santa Ynez area for a wine tasting weekend and had the pleasure of staying at the Riverfront Historic Cabin. Starting at the moment the 4 of us arrived, we were instantly at ease and taken aback by the absolutely amazing natural surroundings in which the Cabin lay. From the fully stocked kitchen (which has all of the basics which made cooking in a breeze) to the colorful decor full of life and character, this quaint abode set the stage for 3 wonderful nights of wine, fires, conversation, music and love under a bright bed of stars. If you're looking for a special spot to rest your busy mind and body, and to get away from it all (literally, the Riverfront Cabin is in the middle of forest, walnut groves and grape vines), then this is the place for you. As a huge bonus, our host Karl made the whole experience an absolute pleasure - thanks again for sharing your home. We'll be back for sure!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Perfect

  Perfect

  • Guest DC
  • Date of stay 10/07/11
  • Review Submitted 10/10/11
  Karl's cabin is the perfect place to stay to get the true flavor of the Santa Ynez valley. It's cozy with everything you could possibly need to relax and the grounds are beautiful. We loved the wrap-around porch the best. Listening to all the wildlife in the river was like what most of us have to download in an iphone app. Don't look anywhere else if you are looking for the perfect wine weekend.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+.

  Owner response: Thanks Danielle, perfect quest. You are welcome anytime.

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• simply charming

  simply charming

  • Guest jim
  • Date of stay 09/17/11
  • Review Submitted 09/20/11
  IF YOU ENJOY A BILLION STARS- A CHOIR OF EVENING CRICKETS- WATCHING A BOBCAT HUNT THE RIVER BANK- THE SMELL OF FRESH LOCAL LAMB WAFTING OFF THE GRILL AND A FULL GLASS OF PINOT NOIR AS TEMPTATION, THEN JUST PULL UP A COMFY CHAIR ON THE BACK PORCH OF THIS SHANGRI-LA AND TRY NOT TO RELAX. C'EST IMPOSSIBLE! A PERFECT GETAWAY TO A PLACE AND TIME WHICH HAS SADLY BEEN LOST IN MOST OF AMERICA.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+.

  Owner response: James, Thanks for a nice review. Come back anytime. A billion stars? Your good, I counted slightly less!

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• Perfect Getaway in the Wine Country

  Perfect Getaway in the Wine Country

  • Guest Colette E.
  • Date of stay 08/19/11
  • Review Submitted 08/24/11
  We had the most fantastic weekend in this absolutely gorgeous cottage. The photos don't do it justice, sitting on the porch overlooking the river and watching the sun go down with a glass of wine is just magical, followed by dinner in the enclosed courtyard which is beyond charming - one could be thousands of miles away. It is totally quiet and peaceful - at the end of a 3 mile private drive yet so close to all the local markets,vineyards and restaurants of Santa Ynez. The bedrooms are charming & cozy with very comfy beds. We played ping pong, sat in the jacuzzi & only used the outside shower. We are coming back later in the year and look forward to curling up in the living room with a roaring fire and a good book . This is a home and not your usual rental - highly recommend it!!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+.

  Owner response: Colette. Thank you for your nice review. You left the place so clean that if I didn't have a terrific girlfriend ( and you weren't married ) I would date you! Come back anytime.

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June-Oct. $385/ nightly rate, 2 NIGHT MINIMUM NO EXCEPTIONS
Nov-May $350/ nightly rate 2 night min. except holidays
Weekly: June-Sept $ 2100 Maximum 2 week rental
Weekly Oct-May $1800  Maximum 2 week rental
10% Local bed tax additional on rental amount only
Deposit: $300 refundable
Holiday rates vary 3 day minimum most holidays
cleaning fee $125.00 

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.