The perfect blend of wine country and wellness, the San Ysidro Ranch has a host of awards under its belt including being voted the #1 hotel in all of America by Forbes Traveler. Quite the feat, I can say first hand this spectacular destination has curated and created nothing short of a divine experience for world travelers.
Hiking and Active Attractions
Stepping foot off the resort is just a part of the appeal while staying at this exclusive spot. San Ysidro is found at the base of the Montecito foothills making hiking and trail walking an incredible and easily accessible amenity. Head out with a guide and spend the day exploring the 17 miles of trails winding throughout the Santa Ynez Mountains for an immersive nature-loving experience.
Biking, golf, and beach play are offered up as a few of the fabulous ways you can stay active while visiting the resort. The heated swimming pool makes swimming available year round even when the ocean breeze and mountain-fresh air have a bit of chill to them.
The Spa at San Ysidro Ranch
Warmth and relaxation surround you from the moment you enter the breathtaking spa at the ranch. It’s absolutely worth noting they were the very first spa in all of California to carry the exclusive and incredibly skincare line: Valmont. Valmont is an absolute favorite line of mine because of their focus on results-driven anti-aging products.
Spa experts are trained extensively on how to best use these products to give your skin the full effects and nourishment provided by the special Swiss formulations. During specific treatments therapists deploy a “butterfly” motion that hits certain points of your body to amp up your circulation and stimulate your lymphs. This special motion is intended to improve detoxification as well as applying the products to your gorgeous skin!
Facials and massages are enhanced with the best Valmont products and the ranch even offers their very own line of oils infused with herbs to provide a fully customizable experience for spa guests! A totally transformative experience is waiting…
Something for the Foodies
Eating well fuels your stay at the Ranch, and the award winning restaurants are ready to serve you the very best. The Stonehouse – named one of the best 50 restaurants in America by Open Table – is absolutely one of the most romantic dining locales I’ve been to in my entire life. California skies surround you sharing the light of flickering stars all while you’re being serenaded by the sounds of the ocean and a trickling creek. The only thing better than the food and ambiance is the one you’re sharing it with.
Special Notes About San Ysidro Ranch
Recently devastated by wildfires in California, this exceptional resort has undergone reconstruction and is back and better than ever. I will be visiting this special spot again and I dearly look forward to returning here. My account of this fabulous getaway is based on my experience before the wildfires.
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