Such a fun experience. The staff obviously greatly cares for the animals and does everything they…read morecan to ensure their safety and comfort. Super fun birthday tour.

I went to visit the alpacas for my birthday on Valentine's Day, and I can honestly say it was one…read moreof the best experiences ever. From the moment we arrived, everything felt so peaceful and welcoming. Getting to see the alpacas up close, feed them, and just spend time around them was absolutely magical. They are the sweetest, most gentle little fluff balls I literally fell in love. Each one has its own personality, and being able to interact with them made the whole experience feel so special and personal. It was such a unique way to celebrate my birthday, and it made Valentine's Day even more memorable. I truly had the best time and left with the biggest smile on my face. They completely stole my heart... so now I guess I'll just have to go back and get it! I already can't wait to visit again. If you're thinking about going do it. You won't regret it!

We just stayed here over the weekend. This was a great experience overall for our family, our…read morefriends and specially our children. We came with a large group of friends so we booked the Rancho Grande Howard Creek, Rancho Grande Historic and the Rancho Grande Fish Camp. Essentially, we had the entire ranch for ourselves. I believe only the Rancho Grande Historic has a bathroom inside - the Fish Camp and Howard Creek share bathroom which is walking distance from Fish Camp or via a Gator Utility Vehicle if you are staying on Howard Creek. Anyway, there was no issue for any of us getting around the Ranch. Plenty of Gator Utility Vehicles were provided (I think 4 total and we used all 4). But if you prefer driving your vehicle around, you can do so too. There is a communal area with a fridge and kitchen so thats were we had our meals. Its by the lake so its a nice view. We were able to paddle boat, kayak and go fishing. Kids specially loved petting and feeding the goats, dogs, camel (YES, a camel) and the alpaca. Owners were really friendly every time we bumped into them. Great stay and I would recommend this to everyone. Our only hiccup was that it was really cold at night and one of the heaters went out and my child has had a runny nose since. But other than that - amazing experience.

What a great place. Wonderful experience all around with our group of friends. So much creativity…read moreand style everywhere, and the kitchen and game room are outfitted with everything you need. Richard was a great host and...last but not least...Albert the camel! We will be back.

Love, love, love Frog Creek Farm. Can't believe that they have been in business for over a decade…read moreand I just heard about them recently. We had been to another lavender farm in the upper Ojai Valley some years ago and I was looking for that info to return. That one has closed, but thankfully, Frog Creek Farm is a wonderful "find" for us. The lavender full blossom season is short, so you need to check on them via social media to find out when they are open. Instagram has current info. It's a delight to pull off the Ojai/Santa Paula Road and mosey on to their property. They have so much to see, including their cutting garden of seasonal flowers, some places to sit at picnic tables in the shade and even swing (i.e., hammock), the gift shop, and the lavender rows - the main event. Larry provides a great introduction at the small stand adjacent to the flowering beds. He describes the location and how to identify the five kinds of lavender they offer for cutting. For 2025 pricing - $16 earns you a generous bunch of fragrant blooms. After orientation, you are off with a basket to collect the stems, and scissors to do your own cutting / harvesting. As promised, the plentiful bees scattered away as we leaned in to cut the stems close to the main host bushes. We wandered among the rows and filled up our gathering basket. Back at the stand, Larry tied our haul into a beautiful bunch. We proceeded to the gift shop to pay for our pickings, and I also found a few other items to purchase, including lavender-infused spray which has many purposes. Christel greeted us as we were wrapping up our visit. She filled us in as we asked questions about how long they'd been there, as well as about some of their products. She's as sweet and charming as the farm is. What a lovely place to visit. We'll be putting it on the to-do list next summer, for sure!

It's always such a wonderful experience at Frog Creek Farm…read more Arriving at the farm, you just feel like you are transported somewhere else. From the personal lavender lesson, to the hands on cutting, shopping the lavender shed to sipping amazing lavender lemonade under the trees, it's such a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Christel and Larry are just the nicest people. They make you feel so welcome to be visiting their little slice of heaven. We love this annual tradition.

We went for the fall festival on a Saturday on October 2024. It was super cute and they had a great…read moreamount of colorful pumpkins. However, to get into the fall festival it cost $26 per person (including kids over 2) which I felt was a little steep. I do know it costs less on weekdays. For the entrance fee, It only included a hay ride and the corn maze, all other activities (face painting, horseback riding, other rides cost additional money). I don't think I'd go back cause of the price. But it's a cute place.

Always have a great time!! My favorite time of the year!! I bring my family every year. We are…read moreheading there now.

Like this place. Fresh u-pick bluberries and strawberries, They also sell avacados and lemons.read more

Attended a wedding with temperatures hitting high 90s unfortunately. Tons of seating throughout the…read morevineyard/garden some shaded and some not. My only complaint was that the seating for wedding ceremony was only half shaded and half not. Many guest including myself ended up standing up for the ceremony to be on the shaded side. Since it was prompt at 4:30pm, sun wasn't set enough for shade to cast over both sides. Bride and groom opted for Hosted Full Bar service, it was great. There were only 2 bartenders but they were quick. At times there were lines but that also moved quickly. Food was good, buffet style. Wood Fired Prime Angus Tri-Tip was pretty tender and juicy. Tequila Lime Chicken Breast wasn't dry but wasn't the juiciest, overall flavorful.

Some months ago I bought Muranaka Farms radishes at Central Market in Ft. Worth,TX. I took them…read morehome and when I rinsed them off, they were covered in thick mud. It's was disgusting. I wrote them about their radishes and never got a reply. Last week I decided to try them again and once again I found wet mud all through them. I was so disappointed and disgusted, I wrote them again but don't expect to hear from them again. Avoid their radishes unless you like handfuls of mud on you and all over your sink. It must be a really poor company to put out produce like this and not bother to reply to a customer's comment.

I was passing by here and examining the farms, I am always interested for a new adventure…read more From what I understood this was a place where u pick ur own grown fruits or veggies depending on what they grow.. I pulled up couldn't find real parking or an actual entrance.. I put 3 stars cause I didn't really have any kid of an experience w this place.. Maybe cause it was raining that day or what not or they dont serve the public. Not sure .

Back to Underwood Family Farms again for Strawberry picking! I do not know what it is, but these…read morestrawberries are some of the best I've had. Do they taste better because I picked them myself? I don't know! Yes? Regardless, they are delicious. The staff here is always so friendly and they are so welcoming to large groups. This is a great place to run the kids around and there are plenty of activities you can do for free or a small cost, like animal feeding, rides etc. My son loves all the playgrounds! Definitely recommend Underwood if you are looking for a party venue! The kids love it and it's a beautiful space!

Capitalism is very loud here. I used to take my son to the…read moreMP location weekly before Covid. It was a great place to let him run around and wasnt expensive. I stopped going once they started charging $20 per person for the "festival" entry fee. Before 2025, the Somis location was free to go pick berries. Last year they started charging $3 to walk back there now 2026 it's $5 to walk back there. I know $5 in retrospect doesn't seem like a lot, but it's really sad to see how greedy these owners have become. You guys should be ashamed of yourselves. you lost a loyal customer

Absolutely love this farm. Every time I am in the area, I stock up on their products. Their body…read morebutter is amazing. Love the new gallery too. Bought a beautiful painting. If you're in the area, definitely stop by.

This place is a great visit more to meet the owner Shaun and less about strolling thru any lavender…read morefields. They have great homegrown products and Shaun is a wealth of knowledge on all things lavender and Santa Ynez and it's very interesting history. Worth a visit to stop by.

I cannot recommend Olive + Lavender Farms highly enough. From the moment you arrive, it feels like…read morea hidden gem tucked into the heart of Los Olivos. They offer a complimentary olive oil tasting, allowing you to truly appreciate the depth and character of each variety. The fresh bread served alongside the tasting is crafted from scratch in nearby Los Alamos at Bob's Well Bread Bakery, and it is delicious. A few of my personal favorites were the Santa Ynez, Garlic, and Habanero olive oils. The Garlic was so outstanding that I immediately purchased a bottle to take home. It is incredibly versatile. The setting itself is just as memorable as the tasting. There is ample charming outdoor seating beside a small creek, and the gentle sound of flowing water creates a peaceful, almost meditative atmosphere. The vibes are truly immaculate. Inside, the shop is beautifully styled and filled with thoughtfully selected gifts and, of course, an impressive array of olive oils available for purchase. Hayley (sorry if it's spelled wrong) was especially warm and helpful, making the visit feel welcoming. They also offer WiFi, which allowed us to linger a bit longer and get some work done. It is rare to find a place that combines quality, hospitality, and atmosphere so seamlessly.

A great experience. Cute outdoor space for pets, kids, and adults…read more The free olive oil tasting also gave us 7 different oils and 2 vinegars to sample with pieces of bread to enjoy. My favorite are the white truffle, SY herbal blend, and garlic olive oil for the flavored oils. The arbequina and korineiki were great balanced flavors. I enjoyed the barrel aged balsamic vinegar so much I bought some to enjoy at home. The two women who assisted us were so nice and welcoming as well

Stopping at Ostrichland USA on our way home from Solvang a few weeks ago was a must on our…read moreitinerary! Pricing was $7 for adults and $3 for kids under 12 plus $1 for each person wanting to feed the Ostrich and Emu. You enter through a gift shop and then out to where all of the birds are - they even had a couple of bunnies and a cat. There were so many Ostrich and Emu spread out everywhere. They come right up to you and just start pecking away! Tip: if you walk down further where the Emu are, there is more room to move around and plus there are lots of birds to feed. I think the Ostrich at the front of the entrance get most of the food - we felt bad not going to where the others were. The whole area was pretty cool - it kind of felt like we were on a safari with how picturesque the mountains and land were. The lady running the gift shop who also explained the rules was very nice! I highly recommend if you have small kids or just need a place to stop and stretch your legs! They offer bathrooms as well! Check them out!

We came to Solvang for the day and our friend's suggested we visit Ostrichland USA so our son can…read moresee the giant birds. It was actually a fun place and a lot bigger than I anticipated. My son was me mesmerized by the amount of ostrich and emus that were at farm. One thing that you have to be careful, specially if you have little ones, some of the birds can be quiet aggressive when feeding them and I saw some people get pecked. We were there for less than an hour and that was enough time for us to walk around the entire farm and feed the ostrich and emus. We had a great experience overall and recommended for families to try at least once and worth the memories.