Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort

The Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort is located in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley and renowned Santa Barbara County wine country. Privately owned and operated since1946 by the Jackson family, the Alisal is a working cattle ranch and full-service resort. This historic ranch is one of four original Spanish land grants on the west coast given to conquistador Raimundo Carrillo in the late 1700’s. Today, the romance and majesty of the old west remain in the wide-open spaces and unspoiled natural beauty of the Alisal. They serve as a reminder of simpler times and as an invitation to those with a taste for adventure. The 73 cottages are warm and inviting with wood-burning fireplaces and private baths. Each is decorated in California ranch design with touches of Spanish tile and fine western art throughout. The guest rooms are designed for maximum privacy and comfort and are configured in either comfortable studios or spacious two-room suites. To maintain a quiet atmosphere, there are no in-room televisions or telephones. The Alisal operates on a Modified American Plan – breakfast and dinner are included in the room rate. Breakfast features lavish buffets with fresh fruit, homemade baked goods and entrees, as well as a variety of a-la-carte selections. Dinners are a time to dress up and enjoy the daily menus which feature 10 different entrees including the freshest local ingredients. Cocktails, live entertainment and dancing are available nightly in the Oak Room Lounge. The Alisal is a horse lover's paradise - a one-of-a-kind experience. With over 10,000 acres and countless trails to explore, you are sure to find a riding adventure that fits your particular skill level and interest. Enjoy breakfast rides to our historic adobe camp, twice-daily rides, and private rides to some of the most beautiful and remote parts of the ranch. As a golf resort, the Alisal ranks among the best. Alisal offers two championship 18-hole courses to challenge even the best of players. Each 1