Inland from El Capit谩n State Beach, this 鈥榞lamping鈥 resort is for those who hate to wake up with dirt under their nails. No cars are allowed up-canyon during peak season, making this woodsy resort more peaceful. Safari tents are rustic and share bathrooms, while creek-side cabins are more deluxe, some with kitchenette; all have an outdoor fire pit.
Borrow a bicycle to head to the beach, or schedule a massage. The property is about 20 miles west of Santa Barbara, off Hwy 101.
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This next-gen science museum is an interactive treasure trove of exhibits and experiences related to sound, technology, speed, light and color that are鈥
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This tranquil gem is worth the extra mileage, not just for the award-winning small-batch reds and whites, but for the delightfully rustic tasting room鈥
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
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Built in Spanish-Moorish Revival style in 1929, the courthouse features hand-painted ceilings, wrought-iron chandeliers and tiles from Tunisia and Spain鈥
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On what was once a working cattle ranch, Foxen crafts full-fruited Pinot Noir, warm Syrah, steel-cut Chardonnay and rich Rh么ne-style wines, all sourced鈥
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Hillside, family-owned vineyards overflowing with different grape varietals 鈥 Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Cabernet鈥
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California's 鈥楺ueen of the Missions鈥 reigns above the city on a hilltop perch more than a mile north of downtown. Its imposing Ionic facade, an鈥
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Be enchanted by this romantic tasting room built of stone and handmade adobe bricks, embraced by estate vineyards on historic Rancho La Rinconada. Watch鈥
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Richard Sanford left the powerhouse winery bearing his name to start this new winery with his wife, Thekla, using sustainable, organic farming techniques鈥
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Head down from the low cliffs to enjoy swimming (confident bathers only), surfing and fishing from this pebbly beach, overlooked by native sycamore and鈥
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Fishing, swimming (lifeguards on duty) and enjoying the views out to the Channel Islands are the best things to do at this narrow beach, 20 miles west of鈥
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Exhibits and friendly volunteers help residents and visitors learn more about the local area and Santa Barbara County in general.
4. Cachuma Lake Recreation Area
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Fishing, boating and wildlife cruises (look out for bald eagles in the winter) are all popular at this artificial but pretty lake.
5. Sunstone Vineyards & Winery
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Wander inside what looks like an 18th-century stone farmhouse from Provence and into a cool hillside cave housing wine barrels. Sunstone crafts Bordeaux鈥
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Australian Mike Brown traveled halfway around the world to combine his two loves: surfing and winemaking. Try his full-bodied red blends, unusual white鈥
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The 19th of 21 California missions was founded by Franciscan friars in 1804 and remains an active parish. A self-guided tour takes you through a small,鈥
8. Elverh酶j Museum of History & Art
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South of downtown, tucked away on a residential side street, this delightful little museum has modest but thoughtful exhibits on Solvang鈥檚 Danish heritage鈥