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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
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Solvang, CA
  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Old Mission Santa Ines
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Solvang Brewing Company
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA)
    ‪11 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!


Property manager

Kris Dhaese
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
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!
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 horse riding, cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Solvang, CA

What's nearby

  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Chumash Casino - 8 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chumash Casino Resort - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chumash Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Willows - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brekkies - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪S.Y. Kitchen - ‬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

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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

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rachel S.

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

Wonderful weekend!

We were a group of 3 couples and we had a fantastic stay here, I would 100% stay there again. We had one minor issue and Kris responded immediately to take care of it, which we really appreciated. I spend a lot of time in the area and this location is perfect for anything you might want to do while you're there. Would highly recommend this place for anyone traveling to the SY Valley!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

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

California Dreaming is a dream come true

If you are looking for a place to stay in the Santa Ynez, Ballard and Solvang area, no need to look any further than California Dreaming. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home has a beautiful open floor plan, a beautiful kitchen area and beautiful views in every room. The backyard has nice furniture and a gas grill. Washer/dryer also available. The hosts, Kris and Hilda, are always available to answer your questions and give helpful hints.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

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

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

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

Megan L.

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

Amazing!!!

We loved everything about our stay here - the house and area are truly perfection! Really smart layout and beautiful view. This home was the cleanest VRBO we’ve ever stayed in and had everything you could possibly need. The only thing we didn’t like was having to leave. Can’t wait to get back here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 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

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

Debbie M.

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

Great home in a perfect location

Very comfortable home for our family of six. We spent the holidays here and had everything we needed to cook big meals at the house. The location is great! We enjoyed exploring Solvang during the Christmas week. It’s also an easy drive to Santa Barbara for day trips.The owner is super accommodating and even brought over kitchen tools for specialty baking.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Weekend Wine Tasting Getaway

Great property for two or three couples. Lovely views of the hillsides and vineyard next door. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

Clean, well equipped, gorgeous scenery

My family had an amazing stay at Kris's property. We were so impressed by how clean and well-stocked Kris's place was - especially the kitchen. It was a peaceful, quiet location and the views were gorgeous overlooking the vineyards and hills. The grill was a great bonus and the spacious kitchen was perfect to cook in after a long, wonderful day of wine tasting. Our only wish is that we booked a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

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

Perfect 3 day birthday get away!

Amazing views, close to wine, food, shopping and walks, comfy house with games to play.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

Barbara W.

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

Quiet, beautiful hilltop retreat.

Lovely accommodations Well equipped and spotless.Had a great time! Hope to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

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

Natalie J.

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

Great central, but quiet location

The property is beautifully located with lovely views of the countryside and right between Solvang and Los Olivos. The house is very well equipped with everything you need to make meals, comfortable beds and well stocked bathrooms. The host was welcoming and we had a wonderful stay. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

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

Annual family wine trip

This is our fourth year, staying at this lovely home. We look forward to visiting again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

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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