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Fun Retro Space Steps From Windmill
The Roaming Gnome Guest Ranch is a modern take on Solvang’s historic Danish culture. Mid-century cottages are freshly renovated and decorated in happy, bright tones, fun kitsch, and clean comfort. Located two short blocks from Solvang’s famous windmill and the main drag Copenhagen, you’ll find easy access to shopping, wine tasting and some of the best restaurants in Santa Barbara county. Parking is provided on-site, so you’ll be able to ditch the wheels and walk anywhere in town within minutes.

Anavo Farm’s Chic Sheep Retreat
Your Private Farm Sanctuary in Ballard * Featured in Forbes Step through a rose-covered arch into 6 private acre. This custom-designed cottage exceeds every photo—incredible views, expansive balconies, propane firepit + BBQ, electric fireplace, art, books, nooks, welcome gifts: local wine, treats + farm eggs. Feed our rescue sheep, goats, and alpacas. Harvest lavender and fruit. Walk to legendary Bob’s Bread and wineries, yet secluded. “the animals stole our hearts,” “wish we’d booked longer.”

Private and Cozy Studio
Our private studio is great for couples or single professionals who need a quiet place to work. Studio is furnished with one Queen bed and a two twin beds (trundle bed comes from underneath the twin bed in the picture. Private bathroom and access to our backyard, some guests have used it for Yoga, Meditation and for their kids to run around 10 minute drive to downtown and/or main beaches. Private parking space included for one vehicle. Only minutes from hiking trails, UCSB, Beach, etc.

Quiet &Close to everything &Private Entrance Q bed
Studio, Private Entrance, Medically clean. Private room / Bathroom in the side of our home, we live here. Let us know your needs. Self-check in, great parking, comfy bed, Beach bag/towels/sun screen. Mini fridge, Coffee Keurig, Tea Kettle, Microwave, Study desk! Goleta Beach 6 min. UCSB, Santa Barbara Airport, car rentals, Amtrak train, LAX Airbus, Santa Barbara. 5 to 15 min drive. 5 min. walk to MTD Bus-lines/15 walk to Starbucks, Traders Joe. Not suitable for infants or children.

Private entrance bedroom with private bath & patio
Newly remodeled bedroom (with cal king bed), attached bathroom, patio with private entrance, and self check-in. Across the street there is a nature preserve with a 1.5 mile walking path offering bird watching, Los Carneros Lake, and the historic Stow House. The house is 2-stories with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms above the unit. The bedrooms above are carpeted, and we insulated the ceiling above you in an attempt to mitigate the noise, but the 60 year old floors can squeak.

Cozy Studio w/Private entrance & parking. KING BED
Recently remodeled studio. Studio has private entrance and one private parking space. King size bed makes a great place to relax, only 5 minute drive to UCSB, Cottage Hospital and Goleta pier/beach. We have the fastest WIFI internet available in the area so working from the studio is not a problem. Studio shares a wall with the main house but we are a quiet family so noise should not be an issue. New appliances and smart TV. Water softener and filter system throughout.

Charming cottage in wine country
Our cozy one bedroom guesthouse is the perfect spot for couples or families to enjoy the beautiful Santa Ynez valley. From the Tuft and Needle mattress to the outdoor patio, the entire space is designed to offer peace and comfort as you explore the Santa Ynez Valley. The guest house is located in a peaceful neighborhood of one-acre lots near the town of Santa Ynez. Bike to town or take a short 5-10 minute drive to Solvang or Los Olivos.

Lounge Modern | Homestay
Responsibly managed by owner. Comfortable ground floor unit, ideal for extended monthly home stays and young families. Strictly non-smoking community. Assigned safe parking. 100% cotton luxury sheets. Dedicated guest vanities, and bathroom with modern fixtures. Well equipped kitchen and living areas are included. 6 miles from Santa Barbara, and 5 miles from UCSB. Serene and clean. Easy Über to the sites and romantic restaurants.

Nogmo Farm Studio
Studio with private entrance, bathroom, Queen sized bed, and sleeper sofa. Walking distance to grocery store. 3 min drive to downtown Solvang. 8 min drive to Los Olivos. For couples, adventurers, and business travelers. Kitchenette has a small fridge, sink, coffee maker and hot water kettle. No stove or microwave inside the studio. Apple TV in the studio. Sorry, no pets allowed. We will provide a pack n’ play for babies.

Canyon Escape close to UCSB, the beach & golf.
1 Bedroom plus Loft with 1 king bed and 1 queen bed. Our beach themed unit is the ideal place to access all that the central coast has to offer. Cook a nice dinner in the fully equipped kitchen, sip a glass of wine on your private patio, or watch tv in the comfortable living room. Close to UCSB, Sandpiper Golf Course, the Beach and Bacara Resort and Spa. And get to the wine country in a half hour.

Stay in spacious studio in SB Hills
Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space with great mountain views. In this very large private studio, with a king bed, twin bed, living room, bathroom, and kitchenette (fridge, microwave, toaster oven, and 2-burner electric cooktop). We live on the property (separate area from Airbnb) and can assist with any needs. We're on a quiet mountain road, while easy to get downtown and freeway.

Cozy Spanish style Villa in Wine Country
Rancho de Amor is located in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley and provides a beautiful getaway to quiet surroundings, beautiful views, wine tasting, bike rides, golfing, hiking, horse back ridingand much, much more. Our ranch is located just a few miles from historic Solvang, quaint Los Olivos, and Chumash Casino.
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The Well Ocean View Bungalow #5

Casa Valerio Unit 6B

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Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary

Downtown Solvang Stay, Walk to Town & Scenic Views

Private Bed rm, bath, kitchen & Private entrance

Watermark Suite B
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Destinations to explore
- Carpinteria City Beach
- Butterfly Beach
- Oxnard State Beach Park
- Rincon Beach
- Hollywood Beach
- West Beach
- La Conchita Beach
- Mondo's Beach
- Hendrys Beach
- Ventura Harbor Village
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Solimar
- Los Padres National Forest
- Paseo Nuevo
- Santa Barbara Pier
- Solvang Windmill
- Shoreline Park, Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara Museum Of Natural History
- Santa Barbara Harbor
- Santa Barbara Bowl
- Marina Park
- Santa Cruz Island




