Life + Culture

Country Roads

Take Me Home Article by June Henry | Photography by Matt DeMarcus and Lena Ibarra Hugged by rolling hills, whether lush and green or warm and golden, there lies a valley that conjures the very idea of home. City dwellers invest in artwork depicting hill-filled landscapes and travel in droves to experience longed-for rural areas on their vacations. Lucky for those who live, work, and recreate here; for us, the Santa Ynez Valley is home. Our valley’s winding roads thread together a rich fabric...

March 2024

Local Services

Sara's Favorite Family Spots

With two young kiddos, these are my favorites! Article by Sara DeMarcus | Photography by Matt and Sara DeMarcus ACTIVITY Anything honoring the Red, White, and Blue! Old Santa Ynez Days, 4th of July, SY Rodeo... you name it, we're there! BEACH Tide pooling is a family favorite activity. On low-tide evenings, you can find us at Gaviota! 10 minutes from Buellton and you're on the beach looking at Starfish, Dolphins, and more! BREAKFAST Baker’s Table is phenomenal. Happy staff, great...

March 2024

Life + Culture

Discovering Local Delights

4 of the Best-Kept Secrets of Our Community's Hidden Gems Article by Sara DeMarcus | Photography by Provided and Oliveandgrain_ Maria Irwin: Wife. Mother. Business Owner. Owner/Founder of Wünderland Co. specializing in Wedding + Event Planning/Design. Ramen Kotori When you find something your kids love, you love it too! Nojoqui Falls Approachable hike, enjoy the waterfall while it lasts! Vino Vaqueros Horseback Riding An amazing experience! Private, guided trail ride through the...

March 2024

Shopping

A Community Champion

Charlotte Becerra's Ripple Effect of Positivity in Our Community Article by Matt DeMarcus | Photography by Provided and Lauren Maeve Photography Charlotte Becerra isn't just a resident of the Santa Ynez Valley; she's a force of goodwill, weaving her passion for history, horses, and community into every facet of her life. Her behind-the-scenes work is unmatched. Many of the annual celebrations that we enjoy, she most likely has had a hand in. From Old Santa Ynez Days to the 4th of July...

March 2024

Home + Design

Contemporary Ranch Living

A Property Where Luxury + Nature Collide Article by Sara DeMarcus | Photography by Thomas Ploch I don’t know about you, but when I think of the Santa Ynez Valley… vast, multi-acre ranches nestled between vineyards, mountains, rolling hills, and equestrian estates come to mind. The SYV is filled with the timeless aesthetic that many dream of but few get to call home. To paint a picture, these are the “One Day…” properties that you save and share on apps like Redfin or Zillow. Challenge yourself...

March 2024