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CA dreaming in Wine Country!

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Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen
Dining
No matter what time of the year, rain or sunshine, the views are always awesome!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6118.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Solvang, CA
  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Old Mission Santa Ines
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Solvang Brewing Company
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

CA dreaming in Wine Country!

Come enjoy our cozy Homestay at a prime location in the town of Ballard! (Solvang)
Cook like a pro in the fully equipped gourmet kitchen, BBQ at the covered patio or just relax and enjoy the awesome view with a glass of local wine or craft beer.
Walking distance to Rideau, Buttonwood, Lincourt wineries & mini horse ranch!
Free use of our 6 bicycles!
Approx 5 minutes by car to Solvang center, Los Olivos and Santa Ynez.
30-40 minutes to Santa Barbara Beaches!
As, we offer instant booking, just a little info about yourself and who you are traveling with is appreciated!
**** We offer 15% discount for stays of 7 or more days and 30% off for full month bookings. (Automatically applied when you enter your dates)

Our Solar Powered property is approached by 1/4 mile of driveway lined with 25+ foot tall cypress trees. This 3bed/2bath home is about 300 feet from our Main Home.
It has a well equipped kitchen, whole house water filter, dining table for 6 people, WiFi, smart TV in living room and comfortable L shaped couch.
Super Comfy beds! King size bed in Master. Queen size in both other bedrooms. All have TV's with cable service.
Darts game. Corn Hole game and Foosball table in the Garage. Walking distance to wineries, 6 bicycles to use at no charge, etc...

Guest Access:
There is a beautiful pond on the property that our guests may enjoy during daylight. It has its own little beach and boat docked on it.
The water fall also acts as an aeration and filtration system for the Fish. ( Blue gill and Catfish,)
** Kids under 12 years of age, only allowed with responsible adult supervision.
** No swimming or entering the pond and boat allowed!

Interaction with Guests:
My wife Hilde and I enjoy a nice chat with our Guests, but will always provide and respect their peace and privacy.
You may text, call or email with any questions or requests.

The Neighborhood:
Ballard (Solvang), the center of the Santa Ynez Valley was the first town that settled here in the late 1800's!
Surrounded by vineyards, mountains, horse ranches, farms and schoolhouses, you feel as you have arrived in a time warp of sorts where simple pleasures, mossy oaks, grassy fields, and warm sunny days are found.
We feel so fortunate to live here, closely guard its quiet serenity and are grateful for all the beauty, amenities, world class wineries, restaurants, breweries, and shopping this Valley has to offer.
A Beautiful route to the charming towns of Los Olivos, Santa Ynez, Solvang or Buellton takes only 5 to 10 minutes by car or make a loop and enjoy the scenery on our bicycles, provided to you at no charge!


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack n play and high chair available!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside or within our gated property!

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Exterior quiet time 9:30PM-8AM. Respect our home and neighbor's privacy/peace and quiet at all times. No Drone flying on or from our Property allowed.
Private Land next to the driveway from the street to our gate, incl the roundabout are off limit to guests, regardless if some gates are open or not!
Check-out is No later then 11AM! No exceptions since we allow same day reservations with check in by 3PM. We really need those 4 hours to clean.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Solvang

Located in Solvang, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gaviota State Park and Sunny Fields Park, while Hans Christian Andersen Museum and Solvang Vintage Motorcycle Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Apple Lane Solvang and Global Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, cycling and horse riding.
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Solvang, CA

What's nearby

  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Chumash Casino - 8 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chumash Casino Resort - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chumash Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Highway Tacos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪S.Y. Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Willows - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CA dreaming in Wine Country! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at CA dreaming in Wine Country!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CA dreaming in Wine Country!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CA dreaming in Wine Country! located?

This family-friendly Solvang holiday home is located in a rural location, within a 10-minute walk of Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard and Lincourt Vineyards. Apple Lane Solvang and Sunny Fields Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 200 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caryn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was spectacular and we’d do it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashok P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and the host. Would come back again in a jiffy if time permits
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, peaceful area with easy access to town(s) and highways. Kris was available when needed and friendly. Nice getaway!!
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic retreat with stunning views

The house is set in a beautiful and private location with gorgeous views of the surrounding area. Kris was very welcoming and the property was full of light, well appointed and very comfortable. The location is perfect for exploring the vineyards and visiting the local towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Quiet evenings and easy travel to local attractions. Very clean, lovely home. Excellent host!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santa Barbara Shootout

Very nice! Beautiful setting, quiet and so close to great restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay!

Everything was perfect..,from start to finish!! We will definitely stay there again!! We loved it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a lovely space!

Beautiful house, very clean, beds comfy, well appointed kitchen. Perfect for 4-6 people. Great amenities like patio, washer/dryer, BBQ and fireplace. Relaxing country setting, super quiet, yet close to towns and wineries. We’re already planning when to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Very nice property. Well appointed. Great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vinton T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Escape

Great property for the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleasant home

Great location…but quiet and secluded. Very well equipped. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This property has beautiful views and is a great location to use as a base for wine tasting and dining. While we did not end up doing any cooking it would be great for preparing and cooking or bbqing your own meals. The owner just lives across the street and is very nice and helpful. I highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful rental!

Had a great time, house and property were wonderful! Perfect location for visiting Solvang and Los Olivos. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claude F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In the center of Wine Country

We came with two other couples for a chance to sample different wineries in the area. So many, so little time!This home was exactly as described, my friends thanked me for making the decision to select this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

November Getaway

This home is in a beautiful quiet country location not far from wineries and towns with restaurants. It’s a very relaxing place to stay to get away from the hustle and bustle
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house

Amazing homey stay! Kitchen is stocked, beautiful view, very clean! Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Slice of Paradise!

California Dreaming was the perfect place to stay for our visit to the Santa Ynez Valley. The home was lovely and spacious and had everything we needed.The location was ideal for traveling to the beautiful little towns of Solvang, Buellton, Ballard and Los Olivos and sampling lovely wines from the wineries we visited.California Dreaming is truly "a little slice of paradise" if you are heading to the Santa Ynez Valley.Enjoy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Family Wine Trip

This is our 4th year staying at this beautiful home which is in a terrific wine country location with the perfect host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wine getaway

This home is lovely- very quiet location, nice setup and very convenient to Solvang and Los Olivos. Just perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ballard house

Very clean, quiet location, beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just right

Lovely, well appointed home in a picturesque quiet setting convenient to all the Santa Ynes Valley has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun and Comfy

This is a great location on a beautiful and peaceful property with fun amenities for the family and comfortable accommodations. Well stocked kitchen and super clean and comfy beds. This is a great place for a family or for friends to spend time in Santa Ynez.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location in the heart of wine country!

We have stayed here before as you can't beat the combination of a great house and an excellent location! All three bedrooms feature cozy memory foam mattresses. The great room and kitchen are just the place for a friends and family gathering (it was too nippy to be outside this visit). WiFi is solid and the house super clean - no complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

I highly recommending staying here! Very quiet and peaceful. Home is beautiful with gorgeous views Kris had excellent communicationWe will definitely be back ! Thank you Kris
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house for our stay in Santa Ynez Valley

We had an amazing stay in this well-appointed house. The location was great and the house was very comfortable and clean. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kris Dhaese

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Hi, my name is Kris, happily married to my wife Hilde, have one son and live in California now for 26 years. Hilde and I feel very fortunate to call Ballard (Solvang), Home since 2012. Our pooches Ozzy and Rocco complete our family here! They stay at our home, Not at the rental, but run around on the property, keep the coyotes out and all off us safe. They are very sweet and Rocco is super social and eager to meet you, but only if you are up for it. Ozzy is a bit more shy and won't come to close to you without me being with him. We enjoy life, Friends and Fine Cuisine accompanied with a glass of wine or a delicious Beer!
We are looking forward to host for you!
Cheers!

Languages:

English, Dutch

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