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Wine Country Ranch Experience! The Cottage at Starfall Ranch

Wine Country Ranch Experience! The Cottage at Starfall Ranch

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Property grounds
Private and serene cottage overlooking a private vineyard with mountain views.
We love the ranch life
Detached cottage with a private driveway and private parking
Private bath on this level

Overview of Wine Country Ranch Experience! The Cottage at Starfall Ranch

5 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 612917 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Santa Ynez, CA
  • Popular LocationSanta Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House5 min drive
  • Popular LocationChumash Casino5 min drive
  • Popular LocationOld Mission Santa Ines9 min drive
  • AirportSanta Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)42 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3-Treehouse Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Wine Country Ranch Experience! The Cottage at Starfall Ranch

Santa Ynez—the Valley of which, Ronald Reagan famously said, “If this isn’t Heaven, it’s definitely in the same zip code!”

Starfall cottage is perfect for those who appreciate serenity, charm, and privacy in a luxury destination. Our cottage is a detached 3 Bedroom, 1-1/2 bath two story guest house, with a long, private driveway, and a covered outdoor room that guests just love. Our charmingly modern, remodeled country cottage in the heart of Santa Ynez is located on a small horse ranch--just minutes from the great shops and restaurants of Santa Ynez, Los Olivos, and Solvang. Easy walk or bike ride through the nearby quiet neighborhood, to historic Santa Ynez for the best restaurants and shopping in the Valley! Family friendly cottage sleeps 6 adults in comfy beds--all with memory foam mattresses. Limited to 6 adults + possibly a small kid or two. There's a charming kid's sleeping tent just waiting for good naps. All 3 Bedrooms will be accessible, and you will have the entire cottage to yourselves, whether a group of two or 6.

Being just a short mile or so from town, you'll love exploring Santa Ynez--an authentic western town—where you can see cowboys moseying down the street on their horses, or tying up at the very fun Maverick bar. You’ll enjoy browsing the beautiful and very unique shops along Sagunto—including custom jewelry, trendy clothing, and even a custom western hat maker. You’ll surely find many things to remind you of our magical Valley to take home with you--and should definitely plan time for exploring the shops of Santa Ynez!
Our rural neighborhood is also popular with horse riders, dog walkers, and joggers--and sometimes a tractor heading to a nearby field.
Sorry, we don't allow pets, so we can accommodate guests with pet allergies.

Right behind our cottage is our boutique vineyard, and behind that is one of our horse pastures where horses Beau and Dulce live. Horse therapy is the best therapy! Our talented wine maker is award winning, and we just love to share a few bottles of our Viognier and Syrah with our guests!

Located inside the 246/154 triangle, where the land is flat, and winds are gentle--we are an easy walk or bike ride through the nearby rural neighborhood, where all can enjoy our beautiful weather! Family friendly cottage sleeps 6 adults in comfy beds--all with memory foam mattresses. Limited to 6 adults + a small kiddo or two in the cozy and charming, kid's bed tent. Whether one couple, or 6 adults--all 3 Bedrooms will be accessible, and you will have the entire cottage to yourselves.

If you enjoy wine tasting at some of the most gorgeous vineyards in the country, horseback riding, bicycle tours, great hiking, farm to table 5 star restaurants, fun at Cachuma Lake, the Chumash Casino with concerts, spa, and restaurants, the famous Maverick bar, local festivals, and more—you won’t have to go far to do it all. And Santa Barbara Harbor is a beautiful 30-40 minute drive for your ocean adventures.

Our rates are set by a dynamic pricing service, which is determined by local supply and demand. Please inquire online with your specific dates to get the correct quote for your booking. Different dates will likely show different rates. Please note that booking is only confirmed after payment and signed rental agreement have been completed. You'll sign the rental agreement online via a link automatically sent to you during booking. This will confirm your booking reservation, and is what reserves your dates.
Whether you're a single couple, a group of 6 friends, or a family group--we hope you'll make great memories, and love your time at Starfall Ranch, and want to come again--as many have.

The cottage has three bedrooms and a half bath upstairs--plus a full bath with shower, on the main level with a fully stocked kitchen, and open, bright living space--opening via French doors, to a charming, private covered patio outdoor room--overlooking the vineyard. There's a gas fire pit with sparkling fire glass, to enjoy great conversation on our cool nights--as well as two mesmerizing, dancing fire heaters. There is an outdoor TV, and blue tooth speaker, along with a small electric grill, a hammock, and lots of comfy furniture. Because it’s always chilly at night—no matter the time of year—you’ll find tons of cozy blankets and throws throughout the cottage and the patio.

Inside, at top of stairs, the large King Bedroom is to the right, and to the left is the larger Bedroom Two, with dormer windows, and two separate beds--a full size bed plus a twin bed--as well as the charming kid's sleeping tent--all with comfy memory foam mattresses. Rooms are separated for privacy, and adjoin through a private doorway--with a door. The Queen Bedroom is the third bedroom upstairs, and feels like you're in a private tree house, overlooking the beautiful pepper trees. This room has its own AC unit in the room, along with its own fireplace/heater. The cottage has a new central heat and air unit, lots of fans, and windows that open to enjoy the cool night air. All beds have quality linens with lightweight blankets and quilts that are all laundered between guests--as well as memory foam mattresses that promise wonderful sleeping. Baskets of cozy throws are located throughout.

We're an easy, traffic free mile and a half from the great restaurants of Santa Ynez--SY Kitchen, Red Barn, Grappalo's, Dos Carlitos, Lucky Hen Larder, the very fun Billiards Cafe, 5 star wine tasting rooms, unique shopping, the famous Maverick bar, etc. It's just another 5 minutes or so to the cute town of Los Olivos with 40+ tasting rooms and galleries. Also about 5 minutes away is Solvang with its large variety of wonderful restaurants and shops.

Starfall Ranch has easy access to great local vineyards, with their own tasting rooms, hiking, horse riding, Cachuma Lake, world class shopping, etc., yet is just 30-40 minutes from the famous beaches of Santa Barbara--where you can enjoy stand up paddle boards, ocean kayaks, deep sea fishing, whale watching--or a sunset cruises on a Catamaran!

With a serene, fenced, private covered patio room overlooking the vineyard, with a mountain view in the distance, fully stocked kitchen, and central air--Starfall Cottage is the perfect home base for all your wine country adventures! Ample private parking right outside the cottage door is included. You'll enter via your long, private driveway which takes you right to the Cottage door. The ranch has Ring driveway floodlight cams for your peace of mind at night. Past guests always remark on the peace and serenity of our little slice of Heaven--and we hope you'll enjoy Starfall Ranch as much as we do! The night sky is full of stars, and you'll enjoy the sounds of the country as you star gaze and sample the wines you discovered on this trip. FYI, our ranch has a brand new whole house generator that also covers the Cottage, so no worries, should PGE cut power when needed.

We think Starfall Cottage is located in the perfect location--with your own private driveway and parking area--on a private street, hidden behind a rural neighborhood, popular with walkers and horse riders, who love our quiet, flat streets and our beautiful weather.

We have the fastest WiFi available, along with a mesh router system, so you'll have no trouble staying connected if you choose. TV service is Smart TVs for you to bring your passwords and enjoy any streaming apps you like. There are 4 flat screen TVs.

Down the main house driveway past the stone entrance, the Owners’ house is surrounded by 3 other pastures where the super friendly horses, Alex, Boss, and Cash live. While we don’t offer our herd to ride—we can refer you to some great trail riding outfits just down the road. And you’re always welcome to visit all of our horses--but please don't feed them, no matter how charmingly they ask! Horse therapy is truly the best therapy!

Because we cater to quality guests, we never micromanage our guests--yet we are nearby, should you need anything at all. If you’re into cars, John is always happy to show and talk race cars—or Porsches!

For the genuine feel of a small, local, western town with every amenity—yet feels like you’ve stepped back in time—you’ll love Santa Ynez! Even though our little town is not touristy, reservations are always recommended—because everyone in the Valley wants to eat here—local celebs, and visitors alike!

Please let us know if you're coming to the Valley for a special occasion. We love to share recommendations for our local favorites! Our Welcome Book also has great recommendations. We're sorry, but we don't allow pets in the Cottage in order to respect guests who have allergies.

This is a non-smoking property, and we respect the Valley quiet hours from 9 pm to 9 am. Please remember, until confirmed, rates are subject to change, and dates remain open for other bookings.

NOTE: We employ professional housekeepers who deep clean and sanitize between guests. We also keep a minimum of 24-48 hours between our guests to allow for sanitizing, and to open windows to allow fresh air breezes. During booking you'll have the opportunity to purchase CFAR travel insurance (Cancel for any reason). We do recommend the trip insurance, as we enforce our cancellation policy. Cancellation more than 30 days out will be a full refund. We are generally not able to move bookings in lieu of cancellation. CFAR insurance is a great peace of mind.

We welcome you to plan a visit to Starfall Ranch Cottage--in the most charming little western town imaginable--and you may find you'll never want to leave! We think you may agree with the Reagans' love of the Valley--and it's our hope that you'll enjoy our slice of Heaven as much as we do! Contact Bonnie if you have any questions at all, or feel free to instant book your dates.

Property manager

Bonnie Adams
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
ALLOWED

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Minimum age for contracting party of family or couples groups 30+, minimum age of singles groups 40+
Booking guest DL required, and Rental Agreement signed at time of booking
No parties or events, Minimum age of singles groups 40+

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Santa Ynez

Located in Santa Ynez, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Sunny Fields Park and Hans Christian Andersen Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Apple Lane Solvang and Global Gardens. Kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House - 5 min drive
  • Chumash Casino - 5 min drive
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 9 min drive
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 9 min drive
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chumash Casino Resort - 5 min drive
  • Chumash Cafe - 6 min drive
  • The Willows - 5 min drive
  • Maverick Saloon - 5 min drive
  • McKinney Family Vineyards - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wine Country Ranch Experience! The Cottage at Starfall Ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wine Country Ranch Experience! The Cottage at Starfall Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wine Country Ranch Experience! The Cottage at Starfall Ranch?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wine Country Ranch Experience! The Cottage at Starfall Ranch located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House, Chumash Casino, and Roblar Winery. Gainey Vineyard and Lincourt Vineyards are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Christine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Starfall Ranch
Perfect place for a peaceful, relaxing getaway in the beautiful wine country!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Micah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice ranch in a central ocation!
This ranch is super cute and decked out with so many great details to make you feel comfortable. Bonnie and John were super nice and communicative, as well as personable and chill with their horses and letting us check-out late since there were no renters coming in the day we left. Only one of the three rooms offers real privacy so keep that in mind if that's important to you. For us, it wasn't and we had a great stay at this quaint cottage centrally located to all the activities we had planned. I would definitely recommend this place if you are thinking to stay in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

teri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wine Tasting Getaway
Perfect location to explore Los Olivos, Santa Ynez areas. Easy access to all the top restaurants. Lovely guest house on a quiet ranch. Great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
Great weekend of food and wine tasting with family in a cozy farmhouse cottage. Close to wineries, Solvang, and Los Olivos, but just far enough for quiet, peace and solitude. Hosts were awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Shannon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming guest house in Santa Ynez
We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend in Santa Ynez. Bonnie was very accommodating and allowed us to check out at our convenience. The guesthouse had everything we needed and we enjoyed coffe in the morning and playing games on the back patio, overlooking the vineyard..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bonnie Adams

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Bonnie: Real Estate Broker, Interior Designer, Horse Lover, Wine lover. John: Retired, longtime car guy who now indulges his passion for auto racing, and car shows. We decided to live our dream and move to Santa Ynez, where time moves slower, and life is magical. A well kept secret that is gradually being discovered by others who also feel the magic.

Why they chose this property

The farmhouse style, the pastures with horses, the proximity to town, the beach, and Santa Barbara. The peaceful serenity and happy energy found in our little slice of Heaven.

What makes this property unique

A quiet location where you can see the milky way in the night sky. Friendly horses, an easy walk or bike ride to town, and award winning wineries and 5 star restaurants to explore within a 10 minute drive. Starfall Ranch is in the perfect location--a bike friendly, walking, jogging, horse riding neighborhood just minutes to town, wineries, restaurants, shops, and casino.

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English

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