An Escape to Victorian Charm

In a world of contemporary everything, Santa Ynez Inn, located in the heart of Santa Barbara Wine Country, satisfies the needs of travelers who enjoy traditional luxury. One of Santa Ynez Valley’s top boutique inns, the AAA Four-Diamond property features 20 spacious Victorian-inspired rooms, each with 1900s antiques, a fireplace and balcony, or a patio overlooking a peaceful garden. Guests can enjoy special conveniences like gourmet breakfast, wine hour, and late tea and cookies, served daily in the elegant parlour.

Santa Ynez Inn features a full-service spa, event spaces and corporate meeting facilities. And with its Victorian setting, the property is a perfect venue for romantic weddings and celebrations.

The surrounding community of Santa Ynez is home to more than 100 world-class wineries, quaint boutiques and horse ranches. At every turn there are lush vineyards, fruit orchards and lavender farms in the most picturesque backdrops. With a collection of restaurants serving local gourmet fare, the area is a prime location for a cozy weekend getaway.

With seasonal special events, food and wine lovers will enjoy visiting Santa Ynez any time of the year.

Naughty Oak Brewing (Santa Ynez): A favorite brewery on the Central Coast with a rotating selection of craft beers.

Bottlest Winery, Bar & Bistro (Buellton): Located in the trendy Industrial Way entertainment district, Bottlest boasts a “wine country bistro” menu created by Chef Owen Hanavan. It features a full bar with craft cocktails, the one-of-a-kind “Wine Wall” that offers 52 wines by the glass.

3rd Wednesday (Solvang): The neighboring Danish-themed city hosts 3rdWednesday, a monthly community event featuring exclusive retail deals, multi-course dinner menus at local restaurants and a fabulous farmers market with the freshest produce from the region.
Fall dates: Nov 15, and Dec 1-3 and 8-10.

Solvang Julefest (December): Solvang, one of TIME magazine’s “9 Most Christmassy Towns in America,” celebrates the season with a month filled with events that combine small-town charm and Danish-American traditions.