fences, a handful of apartments and condominiums, classic single-family
homes, upscale custom homes, and neighborhoods tucked behind
private gated communities with views of the coastal range. Residents sit
on wooden porches and chat with friends and visitors, and real estate
selections reveal both simple and luxurious California ranch-style living,
single and rare multi-family homes, barns, studios, and “Granny units.”
The area is also home to Rancho del Cielo, a.k.a The Western White
House, where Reagan spent ranch vacations during his presidency.
Surprisingly, the valley has six school districts and a host of private
and charter schools. And as for “What’s on the menu?” there is a
strong selection of markets and grocery stores with many restaurants
highlighting the locavore – field, farm, and vineyard to table movement.
Romantic hideaways, family-friendly pancake houses, fine dining, brew
houses, and everything in between can be found on the burgeoning and
award-winning restaurant scene.
There is much to celebrate, explore, and enjoy. For more
information and to crack the equation on what a perfect day
in the Santa Ynez Valley could be, visit
, www.
santaynezwinecountry.com, and
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