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Sweet King Retreat in Downtown Los Olivos

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Private kitchen
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Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
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Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

52 sq m

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Los Olivos, CA
  • Popular LocationSaarloos and Sons Winery5 min walk
  • Popular LocationChumash Casino8 min drive
  • AirportSanta Ynez, CA (SQA)10 min drive
  • Popular LocationFess Parker Winery & Vineyard12 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sweet King Retreat in Downtown Los Olivos

This clean, well-appointed upstairs studio at Casa Rivera, is steps from the vibrant Los Olivos wine tasting scene (we have lots of 5 star reviews of our other "Sweet Queen Retreat" downstairs space on the same property). The 560 sq ft studio has a king size bed and sleeper sofa, two private decks, and a kitchenette with sink and fridge and lots ways to make coffee. With all the other thoughtful details we are known for, your stay is sure to be memorable.

This spacious studio is ideal for two people but can accommodate three between a king bed and a futon-style sleeper sofa (complete with a mattress topper and bedding tucked away in the closet until it’s used). With its open plan format the king bed is adjacent to a separate lounge area with a 55” TV so it can be easily viewed anywhere in the space. A long chaise sits in the corner by the window for comfy reading and napping. The kitchenette has a sink, mini-fridge with freezer and is equipped with lots of things to make coffee - french press, pour over, single serve 12 cup brewed, bean grinder, frother, as well as half n half and Nut Pods creamer in the fridge. There is also an 18-bottle wine fridge to take care of those treasures you bring home from a day of tasting. The bathroom has a shower tub combo and there is a built in dresser should you be coming for more than a couple nights. Just off the lounge area is a covered deck with Adirondack chairs, a propane fire pit and beautiful views of the lush hillsides which surround the town - a perfect place to watch the sun set over Ballard Canyon. Just outside the front door is a second deck that usually gets full sun and is an ideal place to grab some privacy outside. The studio is full of hand-crafted art and furnishings made by the hosts and designed to create a harmonious color story and one-of-kind vibe.

Property manager

Mia Girard Rivera

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 560 sq ft (52 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Los Olivos

This apartment is located in Los Olivos. Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House and Hans Christian Andersen Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Saarloos and Sons Winery and Refugio Ranch Vineyards Tasting Room. Global Gardens and Apple Lane Solvang are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Saarloos and Sons Winery - 5 min walk
  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard - 6 min drive
  • Chumash Casino - 8 min drive
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 11 min drive
  • Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Tavern - 5 min walk
  • Pony Espresso - 7 min drive
  • S.Y. Kitchen - 7 min drive
  • Bob's Well Bread At The Ballard Store - 5 min drive
  • Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. - 4 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy studio in the heart of Los Olivos
We had a wonderful stay at this property. The host, Mia, was very welcoming and went above and beyond during our stay. She was available for any questions or needs and quick to respond. The studio was clean and quiet and really had everything we needed. The location was perfect, easy walking distance to local tasting rooms and restaurants. We will definitely be back and would stay here again and again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wine Country Stay
The property is wonderful. The location was convenient to everything in town, and easily drivable to all of the vineyards. The apartment was well appointed, comfortable, and large. The deck was small but perfect for a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. By far the best part of the stay was the wonderful information that Mia provided us with. She gave us recommendations for places to eat, wineries to visit, and scenic drives in the area, all of which were even better than expected. She was the perfect host!! We would wholeheartedly recommend her place and definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whit D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing retreat with view
Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

laurie p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Los olivas trip/horse show
Great stay. The place was great! Location perfect! I will stay again! Loved the biscuits in the morning and the cookies at arrival. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tegra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Stay in Los Olivos
Mia’s place exceeded our expectations! The location is perfect - you can easily walk to any downtown tasting rooms, shops, breweries and restaurants yet it’s still tucked away to give you peace & quiet when you want it. Mia is an attentive and caring host who wanted to make sure our stay was amazing. She had great recommendations on local places to go and left us fresh baked goods in the mornings. The King Retreat itself is a spacious studio that is fully equipped with everything you need for a weekend away in wine country. The bed was so comfortable and the space is full of unique, thoughtful touches that make you feel right at home. We will definitely be staying again in the future. Do yourself a favor and book this absolute gem of a Vrbo.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place & host!!!
This place is a great addition to the Los Olivos area. Especially with local hotels costing significantly more but offering less. There’s a private balcony with a propane fire ring that makes for tranquil mornings, or a perfect place to relax after wine tasting all day. Great view of a small canyon with views of different wildlife. A lot of attention was put into the coffee and tea stations….perfect way to start the day. There’s a nice wine fridge for anything that you pick up while at the massive number of tasting rooms in this picturesque small town. Everything is easily walkable. Plus the host is attentive to details and happy to make your stay the most enjoyable! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023