There’s more to Santa Ynez other than its numerous wineries. The town offers tasty culinary delights, stunning natural beauty, and unique attractions, to name a few. Cycling is among the popular recreational activities in the area. Cycle around the town exploring its scenic roads and hills. As you move around, you will notice the town’s ancient buildings that house several regional attractions. Some of the buildings date back to the late 1800s and have been beautifully remodeled to make them habitable. Additionally, you can shop for souvenirs in the local specialty stores and later pamper yourself with rejuvenating body treatments in any of the numerous wellness centers. With the diverse accommodations at your disposal in the town, consider staying in a vacation rental that feels like home. Continue reading to know about the top vacation rentals in Santa Ynez, California.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on July 17, 2022.
1. Elegant villa with hot tub (from USD 1502)
Staying in this luxurious Vrbo rental in Santa Ynez will make you feel like you’re in a stylish resort. The property has plenty to offer. It’s well maintained and brimming with amenities, including fresh towels, a spacious kitchen, a swimming pool, a hot tub, and a fire pit.
The villa is also nicely arranged and in a quiet community, making it perfect for a friendly reunion or a family vacation of up to 10 people. Guests will have five bedrooms and four bathrooms at their disposal.
Top guest reviews
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the outdoor covered patio was our favorite with comfortable furniture and dining areawe ate all of meals outside on the beautiful covered patio overlooking yard and poolwe had 2 grand kids and with us and they loved the tree house bed roomthe amount of bedrooms were perfect and the treehouse room was great as a bedroom and play areathe beds linens and overall quality of the house are very top endCleanliness:
upon arrival the home was very clean and beautifulit was decorated beautifully fully stocked of all items and very cleanHost:
bonnie was extremely helpful as host alsobonnie was a very responsive hostit was amazing bonnie the house manager was very attentive as wellbonnie is an ideal host and responds very quickly if there is anything that you needbonnie is very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was superlocation was great close to solvang and los olivosnice restaurants and cafes and wineries were close alsoalso a pleasant area to walk and bikebeautiful property great location extremely clean
2. Greystone Manor (from USD 1925)
Feel relaxed and enjoy every second of your stay at Greystone Manor, a nicely furnished 5-bedroom house that can sleep up to 14 people. From the moment you step foot in the house, you can tell the property is out to offer a pleasant and special stay. You can kill time soaking in the swimming pool, playing pool, or chilling in the living room watching TV.
Instead of ordering meals from the nearby eateries, prepare delicious food in the gourmet kitchen that’s furnished with an array of utensils and appliances such as a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave. There’s also a wood-burning fireplace for guests to use.
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we had an amazing stay at the property - rooms were large and beds were very comfortablewe would have enjoyed some toys for the pool as we had small relatives 6 4 and 2the sleeping spaces were lovely and we all enjoyed the beds/beddingpool and jacuzzi were the highlight and pam was so gracious and helpful with everythingkitchen was fully stocked and so many fun areas for kids to spread out and playHost:
pam the property manager was amazing and really helpful on all frontspam the property manager is terrific and responsivethe property is pristine and the manager pam was so kind and easy to work withRead more reviewsLocation:
the layout of the house was great for our family and it has a good locationgreat place for a large family
3. Relaxing guesthouse with beautiful garden (from USD 300)
Take a break from the hectic city life and enjoy your vacation in this fully renovated guesthouse. It’s situated in Triple B Ranch, a privately owned 5-acre (2-hectare) ranch. The location offers a lot of leisure activities, including hiking and horse riding. That aside, the dog-friendly guesthouse is spotlessly clean and features a relaxing ambiance.
You’ll love its outdoor space, which is surrounded by a beautiful garden. Sit on the front porch while reading or browsing the internet during your free time. At night, sip your favorite wine in the fenced backyard while looking at the beautiful sky filled with stars. Throughout your stay, kind and helpful hosts will be at your service to make sure you feel at home.
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there are horses on the property and it’s quite comfortable and relaxingCleanliness:
it's a spotless dog friendly well stocked high-end everything paradisefar exceeded expectations for a and well maintained and clean househouse was very clean and comfortable well appointed and no detail missedHost:
the hosts deborah & scott were friendly and always accessable to answer questions or address any needsyou’re very special hostshosts were very responsive welcoming and helpful with great suggestions for wineries and restaurantsgreat place great hosts will stay againwords can’t adequately explain the beautiful property and our host deb and scottRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location close to main destinations beautiful property very privatea beautiful and relaxing setting in a perfect location
4. Beautiful farmhouse in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley (from USD 732)
This newly remodeled farmhouse is situated in the central part of Santa Ynez Valley. It’s a nice place to enjoy the area’s peace and quiet away from the big city. One of the highlights of this property is its lovely outdoor living room that’s equipped with a flat-screen TV, a barbecue grill, and couches for your enjoyment.
There is plenty of space inside and outside for relaxing and eating outdoors, too. As if that’s not enough, the farmhouse has three bedrooms and can sleep a maximum of seven guests. It also has hosts that are kind and welcoming.
Top guest reviews
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beds were comfy and rooms were bright and sunnyit was nicely updated and so comfortable inside and outoutdoor room with tv was a nice touch for summer eveningsCleanliness:
it was spotless and clean and stocked with everything we needed (kitchen tools linens towels etc)the house was well appointed and super cleanHost:
the owners were very responsivewe very much enjoyed our stay and the owners were very welcomingproperty is unique and owners are extremely kindall in all very happy with the house and the ownerslulu was very helpful and quick to respond to my questions prior to our arrivalRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to everything you could wantwonderful place to stay close to all the wineriesalthough all wine tasting was shut down we enjoyed the peace and quiet away from the big city
5. Peaceful house with a swimming pool (from USD 795)
If you’re in search of a quiet place where you can stay and hang out with family and friends, then this three-bedroom house is for you. This property is perched on a quiet street, just a three-minute walk from a market and a wine shop. Ideal for 6 guests, it is on a 1-acre (0.4-hectare) piece of land, so you have ample space to spread around outdoors.
Spend time in the beautiful backyard and hang out in the pool or beside it. Additionally, you will have access to a fully equipped kitchen, an outdoor fire pit, and a barbecue grill.
Top guest reviews
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it has a large swimming pool a jacuzzi & nice places to sitconnie was wonderful and ensured that the pool would be heated for our late spring arrivalbeds were very comfortable and the kitchen was a dream to cook inCleanliness:
beautifully decorated clean well stockedit is spacious clean quiet well-laid out and charming in every waythe house was wonderful very comfortable beds and very cleanHost:
the owner is very pleasant to communicate with & made sure we were happycheck-in process and directions were easy and host was communicativehosts were very generous with there guest gifts of gainey wine and farm-fresh eggsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for family get together comfortable and close to wineries and cute townsgreat sy valley locationthe house is also in a good central location to wineries and the nearby townsthe house is super close to so many wineries groceries and gourmet food shopswonderful place for a family trip clean great location fully stocked kitchen and bathrooms
6. Six-bedroom house with magnificent views (from USD 1750)
Reside at this six-bedroom house rental in Santa Ynez and understand the true meaning of luxury, tranquility, and comfort. The stylish house is large and in a peaceful setting. Plus, you will be treated to breathtaking views of Figueroa Mountain and Santa Ynez Valley. It offers a family or group of 10 a private and serene setting to get together.
Inside the house is a gourmet kitchen that comes equipped with modern appliances, utensils, pantry items, and an airy dining area. There’s also a swimming pool where you can have a soak during a hot afternoon after lunch.
Top guest reviews
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the furnishings are comfortable and cozyupscale but still comfortable it had all the amenities you needall the bathrooms were supplied with shampoo conditioner and lotion which was a nice touchthe beds were super comfortablethe pool was terrificHost:
the property manager was very responsive and quick to answer any questions we hadthe property manager was very responsive and easy to work with on everythingRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the house and property location is so convenient to solvang and santa ynez
7. Comfortable cottage with large yard (from USD 300)
Set in a quiet countryside setting on the outskirts of Santa Ynez, this cottage is perfect for a laid-back holiday away from home. The cottage is surrounded by vineyards and stud farms that has friendly and helpful owners. With its size and arrangement, the rental is a perfect space for four people. It’s also in a nice spot to enjoy nature and indulge in morning walks.
A short drive away from the cottage are great wineries that you can tour. For your entertainment, the property comes equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, a 32-inch flat-screen TV, and a DVD player. What’s more, you are treated to beautiful mountain views from some parts of the property, and there’s a fenced backyard for your dog to play around.
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pet friendly - terra cotta tile floors in the main room and hallway and carpet in the bedroomsCleanliness:
the house is really nice and cleanowners are very friendly and helpful and the house is charming and very cleanHost:
charming and helpful hoststhe owners greeted us as we were leaving and they both couldn’t be any niceri can't say enough about the hosts - they were so lovely and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
loved staying at the casita perfect space wonderful grounds for morning walks and close proximity to great winerieswhile it was close to all sy activities it was still a peaceful getaway on a lovely propertywhat a beautiful place to celebrate our anniversary
8. Charming cottage for six guests (from USD 700)
If you appreciate privacy, comfort, and serenity, then you’ll love this beautiful three-bedroom cottage. It offers a quiet place to escape to and disconnect from the noisy city life. Three couples or a family of six people comfortably reside in the property, which has three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Spend time in the covered back patio that overlooks the vineyard and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere. It’s easy to prepare a meal in the cottage since it has a full kitchen with utensils and appliances such as an oven, a stove, and a microwave.
Top guest reviews
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full kitchen and excellent outdoor living spacethe cottage is beautiful and the five of us were very comfortable therethe inside is cozy with lovely towels and robes for diy spa post ride feelingthe beds were comfortable and the toiletries and linens well stockedHost:
this home was a cozy place to gather and the hosts were lovelyeverything was taken care of and the owners were very helpfulbonnie was very responsive throughout our staybonnie was a terrific hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was great in a semi rural neighborhoodthis ranch has everything we needed it’s location is perfectit's so close to a lot of wineries and to solvang/los olivos which have great restaurantsi strongly recommend this place we will definitely come back again
9. Private house with pool (from USD 270)
Sitting on a 5-acre (2-hectare) piece of land, this house is perfect for guests looking to unwind in a clean, convenient, and peaceful setting. The house has a private driveway and entrance. In addition, there are no immediate neighbors who might compromise your privacy.
A short drive away from the house are wineries, coffee shops, and restaurants. For added convenience, there’s complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. An air-conditioned living room with cozy leather sofas and a flat-screen TV are also waiting for you. Outside the house is a swimming pool for relaxing outdoors and soaking in water all day long.
10. Private studio apartment for two guests (from USD 122)
This studio apartment is immaculately clean and located in a safe and picturesque neighborhood. It can comfortably accommodate two people and is equipped with appliances, such as a small refrigerator, a Keurig coffee maker, and a microwave to make your stay wonderful.
Besides that, the rental is in a convenient location near Los Olivos town and a short drive away to great wineries. Its private parking space and entrance ensure that there will be no direct contact with the owner, so you enjoy total privacy throughout your vacation.
Top guest reviews
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there is a nice tower fanit was immaculate and beautifully designed (i really appreciate interior design) with a tempurpedic massage bed to bootCleanliness:
the unit is very clean and comfortablethe studio was clean modern and very comfortable (especially the king-size bed)my wife and i just needed a place to clean up and lay our headsthis rental was absolutely perfect it was so clean it felt like we were in a brand new hotelvery tidy and efficient space recently redoneHost:
the owners were very good at giving us our privacythe host is easy to work withthe owners are quite forward thinking and provided some sundries that were very helpfulmy adult son stayed for two weeks and enjoyed the property the friendly owners and the locationRead more reviewsLocation:
the place is well-located in a safe and picturesque neighbourhoodclose to wineries and for a fun evening chumash casino is less that one mile awaymy days were spent working and walking around rolling green farmlands returning to what felt like a sanctuary
A destination worth exploring in California
Santa Barbara is undeniably the more popular neighbor of Santa Ynez, and it makes sense why. There are many surf spots and hiking and trekking spots in Santa Barbara, so adventurers love heading there.
But you should also consider visiting Santa Ynez. This town features many offerings, which include wineries and thrilling events. If you are planning to visit, you can relax and unwind in the vacation rentals listed above. There are many great Vrbo and Airbnb vacation rentals in Santa Ynez, so make your trip to the area memorable and worthwhile by staying in any of its best accommodations.
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