Charming guest cottage in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley. The one bdrm cottage is separate from the main house with a private patio located at the back of it. It is situated on 4 acres and shared with dogs goats, friendly geese, turkeys, chickens and a tortoise! Animal Lovers Welcome
The guest cottage is set up for two adults, sorry no children. The one bedroom guest cottage is approximately 750sf. with 2 separate sleeping areas. One is in the bedroom with a full size bed and the other is located in the living room. It is a cubby that has a queen size mattress in it. It is very cozy!
Kitchen amenities include, stove/oven, fridge, sink, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, blender and all the service ware you need! A Samsung 42" flat screen tv with Directv premium channels is provided for your viewing. A full bath with a shower and tub awaits you. There is also a workspace if you need to do some work while here. The place is airy and bright with lots of windows and doors to let in the natural light.
On the back of the cottage is a brick outdoor patio with BBQ, table & chairs and two lounge chairs. The patio faces a vegetable garden. During the day we have free roaming chickens, friendly geese and a big tortoise that you may encounter. Everyone is friendly. We let them out about 7:30-8am and they go to bed at dusk. The hens can make noise when laying an egg. Their new coop is out in our field near our barn. The rooster sleep area is insulated but it is possible to hear our roosters or any of the neighbors. This is the country! We also have pygmy goats and 3 small dogs under 20 pounds. The main house with two adults and the 3 dogs is located on the same property. The garage is approximately 50ft from cottage and the house is attached going the other direction.
Parking is on our property in front of our garage for two cars. If you bring two cars please park one behind the other.
The cottage is for the guests only that book, no other sleep overs or other guests brought for entertaining etc. Booked guests only and no children.
We are located 2.5 miles from Los Olivos and downtown Santa Ynez. Santa Barbara is about 30 miles and Lake Cachuma is 13. The Danish town of Solvang is about 4 miles away. We are very close to some great winerys, Roblar, Beckman, & Bridlewood to name a few.
We do have wifi but it is very slow and not for streaming. It does allow you to do your basic internet searches and check email it is through a satellite dish which is the only option offered. This is nothing we can change. If you must have high speed internet go elsewhere and if you do stay don't complain about it as there are no other options offered in our location.
Check in is 3pm and check out is 11am
Any questions please do not hesitate to ask.
Thanks!
Guest Access
Guests will have access to the private cottage and patio. Parking is shared. Guests are free to feed the chickens and pet the goats and dogs if they choose.
Interaction with Guests
We can have as little or as much interaction as our guests would like.
The Neighborhood
We are located at the end of a gravel country lane. We have working ranches around us that have horses, dogs, chickens, tractors etc. This is the country!! We are a stones throw away from Los Olivos and downtown Santa Ynez. We are also located close to some great wineries, Roblar, Beckman, & Bridlewood just to name a few.
Getting around
The best way to get around is to drive. You can hire designated drivers if you are going to be drinking or wine tour companies. There are also bicycle rentals if you are feeling ambitious.
Other Things to Note
We put fresh organic eggs, oatmeal, coffee, and tea in the cottage for your breakfast. We will provide you with whole milk and half n half if requested in advance. The water is well water and is drinkable.
House Rules
This is a no smoking property due to fire hazards in a drought area.
The property is for paid booked guests only, no visitors, No Children, no add ons, no sleepovers, TWO GUESTS ONLY and paid guests only on property for insurance reasons no visitors.
This is a quiet area so if you come in late please be respectful of noise, especially between the quiet hours of 10p-8am. It is much appreciated.
Check in is 3pm and check out is 11am. 2 night minimum
Santa Barbara County CHARGES a 12% Occupancy tax that we collect. We are a certified operator through the county and are required by law to collect the occupancy tax that they charge.
10mph down our country lane.
Please help us conserve resources and turn lights out when not home
I should not have to say this but due to a few folks not being respectful and taking care of our place I have to...
This is our home, not motel 6, please be respectful of it and take care of it and keep it tidy. Your cleaning fee is for the bedding, linens and sanitizing the bathroom, the basics. You need to wash your own dishes and keep the place neat. I know for 99% of the people it is common sense and I appreciate that. This is just for those few who need it spelled out for them..
Bookings canceled at least 60 days before the start of the stay will receive a 100% refund.
Bookings canceled at least 30 days before the start of the stay will receive a 50% refund.
Bookings canceled 30 days or less before the start of the stay are non refundable. Booking fees are at the discrepancy of VRBO
The Homeowners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities regardless of the nature. The Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise and agree to abide by the House Rules.
By accepting our house rules and cancellation policy you are accepting that as our rental agreement.