Our stay at Circle Bar B Guest Ranch was truly breathtaking…read more The views alone are unforgettable, but Cabin 12 was absolutely perfect--beautiful, spotless, and so peaceful. And the mattress... wow. It took everything in me to get out of that bed! It felt like it just embraced you, and waking up to those top window views made it even harder to leave. The food was incredible--both breakfast and dinner were beyond amazing. Enrique, Rafael, and the entire team (I wish I could remember every name!) made us feel so special. The level of care, attention to detail, and overall service was easily 1000 out of 100. Kat, thank you for everything--you truly made our stay unforgettable. The stables were just as impressive. Jack and all the handlers were not only knowledgeable about the ranch's history, but you can clearly see the love and care they have for the horses--it meant so much to witness that. I'm a little timid around horses, but Russell made the experience so comfortable and special for me. He paired me with Tator Tot, and I can't even describe the connection--he could sense when I was nervous and responded so gently. It was such a beautiful, unforgettable moment. My husband rode Big Elvis, and let's just say... the name fits perfectly--what a character! This ranch is truly one of a kind. An unforgettable experience from beginning to end. We will absolutely be back--this is now our home away from home.

Stayed here for our honeymoon and we couldn't have picked a better place. From the minute we got on…read morethe ranch and we were greeted by Rafael to check in. He gave us welcome drinks along with a tour of the property. There's a game room with a pool table, plenty of outdoor seating areas, a full bar in the lobby, outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and hot tub. Amazing amenities!! We stayed in a canyon cabin, highly recommend, plenty of space, no shared walls, has a great porch with seating to enjoy the views. Breakfast and dinner is included in the stay, we loved every meal. It's exactly what you'd think you'd get on a ranch, chicken ribs grits greens for dinner and eggs sausage bacon pancakes fruit for breakfast. They even reserve a table for you throughout your stay, a lovely touch! We also booked a horse ride during our stay, we did the earliest ride to avoid the heat. 10/10 must do, my first time on a horse and they made me feel very comfortable. We loved every second of the ride. Thanks Bobby! The very least to say, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return in the years to come! Thank you to everyone at the Ranch

We live in Santa Ynez and have used this rental many times to house our visiting guests. The rental…read moreis conveniently located and professionally managed by owner. Everything is clean, nicely decorated and in good repair. This rental is a great value in a very expensive market.

A very lovely place to stay in the Los Olivos area! The apartment was very nice, comfortable, clean…read moreand centrally located to wine tasting and dining around the Santa Ynez Valley. The owner, John, was prompt in returning my call inquiring about the unit and very friendly. He even brought us freshly picked plums during our stay. I have stayed at many hotels in the area over the years and will stay here from now on! For the same price as a not-so-great hotel, you get a really nice 2 bedroom apartment - can't beat that! The only slight negative is the traffic noise during the night, as I like to sleep with the window open. But I just closed the window and turned up the ceiling fan and was fine. We'll definitely return to Shady Oak!

Rolling Thunder is a magical place and we feel exceptionally lucky that we were able to spend our…read more36th anniversary/New Year's week there with our family. We were also celebrating our first grandchild as well as our younger son's engagement, and we couldn't have found a better spot for quality time and making memories. The outdoor spaces are extraordinary, gorgeous nature, minutes from town and shopping with resort amenities - had an all-day bocce tournament, epic morning workouts in the giant yoga room, ping pong + frisbee games, long soaks in the hot tub, and hikes to the nearby picturesque river trail. Also outdoor lunches with vistas of the mountains and lush tropical foliage. The beds in the charming ranch home are super comfy and we had some excellent game nights and dinners at home, plus great meals out (Roblars, Rory's Place, The Hip Vegan, The Dutchess). Our granddaughter slept well with her parents in the guest house, and our granddog was happy to run around in a safe fenced area. Communication with Lisa was perfect. Can't wait to return...A+++

This is one of the best, well organized, amazingly managed vacation experiences my family and I…read morehave ever experienced!  We stayed at The Rolling Thunder Ranch!  The pool was heated with hammocks all around it.  The fireplace in the living room had fish ponds on each side.  The property was well maintained.. beds felt like clouds!  The rock finishing in the bathrooms made me feel like I was at a fancy room at the Madonna Inn.  On top of all that the host Lisa told us we could have a private chef come over. We could simply enjoy our stay without the need to cook or find a place to eat.  Who would leave here anyway Right? it's heaven! The chef was amazing! She brought so many fresh local produce AMAZING! I believe they have other properties we will definitely check them out too. Highly recommended and get the chef it's worth it! One last thing Lisa even set up massages for us right at the house it was super luxurious.

Customer Service: 5 Location: 5…read moreParking: 5 Cleanliness: 5 Reservations: 5 Comfort: 5 Breakfast: 5 Navy Lodge Port Hueneme is on a small base. The military lodging is situated on Naval Air Station Port Hueneme, and approximately 10 minutes soith of the Oxnard, CA. We decided during our trip to southern California to spend one night at NAS PortHueneme, and the reservation process was quick and easy. We called ahead and were able to make a reservation for the same day. The employee that we spoke with was very helpful, and professional. Upon arrival the Navy Lodge had plenty of parking for their guests. Once we finally got checked in our room, we noticed the facility was being maintained a high standard of cleanliness. We truly enjoyed our visit, very comfortable night of rest at a very affordable rate. We would definitely stay here again and recommend. Tip: very close to beautiful clean beaches!

Overall the rooms are good and you can't beat the price. The reason I'm giving it two stars is due…read moreto an incident with the cleaning staff and the response I received from the front desk when I addressed the incident. The morning of the day we were due to checkout (checkout time is noon) I left the room around 0930 to go get breakfast while my wife and infant slept. When I was on my way back to the room I got a text from my wife saying... "Gotta love when employees open your room door while you're breastfeeding without knocking. " We had the "DO NOT DISTURB" sign on the handle of the door and it was still almost 2 hours before required checkout time. The cleaning staff had just unlocked and opened the door of the room without knocking while my wife was sitting up, half naked in bed feeding our son! The cleaning staff member didn't even apologize, he just held the door open and looked back at the other staff member and said "there's someone still in here" and then closed the door. WTF!! I stopped at the front desk on my way back in the building to address it and ask a couple questions about their procedures... "Why would the cleaning staff just open a door with a "DO NOT DISTURB" sign on the handle and prior to checkout time (noon)?" "Do you not give them a list of vacated rooms before they start cleaning?" "Is just walking into any room the norm?" The answer I got was and I quote.... "Sometimes they do that." Seriously!?! WTF! I had my rating as a 2 star but after writing this and remembering how much that response pissed me off it's a 1 star now.

This is a large house, rather like a ski rental, off 101 between Gaviota and Buellton, set among…read morerolling green hills. It's all new inside and well-kept, and it was very comfortable for our large extended family (10-15). The house is set back a little from the highway -- you don't hear it at all when you're inside. Behind the house, the ranch begins, with blueberry fields, goats, pigs, horses, and then a dirt road stretching for miles up into the hills. It's just a few minutes' drive to Buellton and Solvang, with the rest of the Santa Ynez Valley beyond them. One minor complaint: the hot water didn't make it equally to every shower. But there are plenty of bathrooms, so this wasn't a practical problem.

When I get married, I'm going to rent out this amazing mansion for the day(s) after... that's what…read moreour friends did - and it's amaaaazing here! * Enormous country-style mansion * Multiple rentable smaller guest houses on the property * Pool, hot tub * Many fireplaces * Ridiculously huge closets * Stables with Arabians on site * Five bedrooms, and lots of couch space for "randoms". Bring your family and friends from out of town! * Huge kitchen * Great indoor / outdoor sound system It's probably very expensive. I have no idea

We rented Unit A for a weekend. This place was great. The unit itself was very clean and updated…read moreappliances, rooms, bathroom, etc. Unit A is between an office and another unit. So we had minimal noise and we had our baby sleep in the room next to the office wall since there wasn't anyone there to bother. Our toddler enjoyed running around the room. It was just enough space for two adults, our toddler and baby. The location itself was prefect for us. We had our stroller for the kids and everything we needed was just a walk away. We could walk a block to get food, shopping and desserts. We did a causal walk about a mile and we could get to the grocery and drugstore. The beach was also a 10 min walk away. Santa Barbara was also just a 20 minute drive away. There were two parking spots for the complex on a first-come first-serve basis. But street parking was actually much more convenient for us. Street parking in front of the complex was 90 minutes during business hours. Across the street was a parking lot with varying time limits including an area for unlimited so parking was good. The only down side is that there is no dining space or coffee table. So sometimes we ate standing at the kitchen bar area while our toddler sat on the bar seat so we could face her. Great stay and we would definitely come back again!

We just stayed at the Watermark for one week. The rooms were immaculate, the price very fair, and…read morethe location to the downtown and beach was fantastic. Highly recommend this hidden gem right off the main downtown street.

Came here for a weekend getaway to check out the Krishnamurti Library and go hiking. We had a…read morerelaxing and wonderful time overall. When driving in, we made the mistake of going to the Krishnamurti Library driveway but it was the driveway after that. We stayed in the Lennon room which included a kitchen/dining area and ensuite bathroom, as well as a private entrance through the balcony. The room was very spacious with lots of seating and storage area which is a huge plus. The queen size bed was comfortable and the entire place super clean. Because this place is in connection with the Krishnamurti Library, everyone is conscientious about being quiet and reflective as to not disturb others so you will definitely get a quiet night's sleep. We did cook our second night and the basic amenities were there. Buffet breakfast was delicious. Highlights include various fruits, jams, butters, cereals, coffee/teas, cheeses, hardboiled eggs, and bread/bagels, especially the sprouted bagel which was my favorite. There is a lot of reading material about the Krishnamurti Foundation and about Krishnamurti himself in the lounge area. The grounds are nice to take a stroll around. Next time I visit Ojai, I will visit this place again and stay here.

Absolutely WONDERFUL experience from the moment I called to make a reservation. Professional,…read moreefficient, warm, sweet, and amazing service from Michelle (and former manager Elizabeth, too). Personable and caring, it just added to, and made the entire experience very special, from A-Z, when I arrived to check-in. This, along with everything else, gives off a super positive energy that's inviting and comfortable. The house, and the grounds, are absolutely beautiful as it's surrounded by orange trees and flowers. The place is a spiritual retreat, so not your usual B&B. It's perfect for time alone to write, paint, think, meditate -- or -- romantic time with your special someone, walks around the property, etc. Additionally, you should know that no smoking, or meat, is allowed on the property -- veggie only. Just part of what makes this a different, yet special, experience. I stayed for 2 nights, and perhaps experienced the best sleep I've had in a very long time. Extremely quiet location! This is also encouraged, and made possible, by prohibiting TV, radio/computers (with headphones it's okay), and alcohol -- no getting drunk and loud here! The rooms are clean, a bit antiquey, and well-maintained. A couple of miles from downtown Ojai, it was just perfect (you can get your drinks and eat your meats there, if you must). Extremely restful. Wifi was a bit shotty...which for me...added to my rest by keeping computer use to a minimum. I left the weekend with my soul filled, and spirit replenished (or something like that!). I can't wait to go back.

UPDATE REVIEW 9/29/26 I took management up on their offer to…read morerectify the situation we had in regards to the gift certificate for tea service. At first they were only going to offer it during the week but when I explained that my Aunt is a teacher and wouldn't be able to go during the week, they spoke with dining management and said they could accommodate us on a weekend. Had some issues in regards to the reservation system with the wrong date initially scheduled, but when I reached out to Maria she rectified. We went to El Encanto on Saturday, Sept 27 for a 1:00pm tea service and it did not disappoint. Our server Lisa was excellent! She was attentive, professional and very kind. She really helped make the experience special. We started with a glass of champagne and beef wellington, flavor was excellent and the beef melted in your mouth. Our tea tray included a variety of desserts, all beautifully done along with some additional savory options as well. Everything we were served was delicious. We were also served warm scones mid way through service. We especially enjoyed all the different tea options they provided based on Zodiac signs, very unique. The view from the table in the dining room was spectacular. All the staff we interacted with were great. If El Encanto does bring back their tea service, I would highly recommend.

Recently spent some time in Santa Barbara and stayed at El Encanto…read more They definitely have customer service down. Anything that is needed, they will address. I love the big bathtub and the heated floors in the bathroom. Closets were nice but I wish they had a bit more room for longer hanging clothes. The bedroom and bed were nice, I wasn't a fan of the AC vent in the floor in the bedroom because there was a constant flow of cold air. The pool was very nice and I enjoyed that they had food and beverage service. The first day we had dinner at their restaurant. It was okay, nothing to write home about. I was bummed that they no longer had their chocolate cake which everyone had raved about, but the custard ice cream was nice. Their breakfast menu was good. I had their omelet, breakfast plate and various side plates, enjoyed the various jellies they had and they fruit plate is excellent. I got a massage while I was there and it was wonderful, if you are thinking about getting one, go for the 90 mins, I kick myself for only doing 60. Overall, I'd stay there again.