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Sweet Queen Retreat in Downtown Los Olivos.

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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 Queen Retreat in Downtown Los Olivos.

This well-designed apartment with its private coded entry offers comfort and convenience whether you want to stay in and relax or take a quick walk to the town's renowned wine tasting scene just a few minutes away on foot. Inside this sweet studio you'll find a welcoming lower level queen bedroom and two separate raised areas: one with a tub/shower combo bathroom and the other a lounge area with a convenient counter and sink area including a mini fridge, microwave and a full stash of coffee-making equipment including K-Pod. Much of the art and furnishings were designed and handcrafted by the hosts incorporating deconstructed oak barrels to give it a one-of-a-kind wine country feel.

Outside you'll enjoy the peace and quiet of our lush back yard relaxing under the shade of two gorgeous mulberry trees in a semi-private outdoor sitting area complete with a mini propane fire pit for those chilly valley nights. While the hosts live in the front house and sometimes walk through the back yard, guests will typically have it to themselves - especially in the evenings. Feel free to wander out by car to enjoy the beautiful rolling hills of the surrounding Santa Ynez Valley and all it has to offer (wineries, casino, hiking and biking and Solvang "The Danish Capital of America" to name a few). Your dedicated parking space will be there when you return so no need to hassle with the limited parking in town. To make your stay extra special we like to bake delicious treats for our guests!

Property manager

Mia Girard Rivera

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

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: 340 sq ft (32 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

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 age 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
Onsite 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 neighborhood

Map
Los Olivos, CA

What's nearby

  • Labyrinth at St. Mark's-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church - 2 min walk
  • 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪S.Y. Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Roblar Winery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Santa Ynez Burrito - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Shack - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet Queen Retreat in Downtown Los Olivos. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sweet Queen Retreat in Downtown Los Olivos.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet Queen Retreat in Downtown Los Olivos.?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Sweet Queen Retreat in Downtown Los Olivos. located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Labyrinth at St. Mark's-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church and Global Gardens. Saarloos and Sons Winery and Refugio Ranch Vineyards Tasting Room are also within 10 minutes.

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Sweet Queen Retreat in Downtown Los Olivos. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
The property was cute and clean and in the most perfect spot of town. Loved it. Will def stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris L., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location!
Such a darling place. Super clean. Amazing host and a fantastic location! It was perfect! Thank you Mia.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbeatable Location
Quaint place to stay right off the main drag in Los Olivos - ownership was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauro

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was wonderful and owner made cookies for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Los Olivos stay
We loved the charming property and our hosts. One block from downtown and the wine tasting and restaurants. Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and service!
Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitchum H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All wine, no whine
Great little place. Perfect location for everything you want to do in Los Olivos, and centrally located in the broader Santa Ynez valley. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Los Olivos
Excellent stay! Mia was a great host! Provided homemade cookies and biscuits!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and wonderful hostess
Very, very helpful hostess; Mia even offered to bring us homemade baked goods, but due to timing we couldn't take advantage of her offer. Great location in downtown Los Olivos. Studio was so comfortable and clean. Very quiet - slept well.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway haven and perfect location
Owner was super friendly and was very helpful during our stay. Even received some awesome fresh cookies. Would definitely stay here again and it’s right in middle of the town so everything is within walking distance!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved it!!!
We absolutely loved staying here. Perfect location. Mia was spot on with recommendations to eat and so friendly. Great space for my husband and I. Mia's homemade cookies and biscuits were a bit of heaven. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erich R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location at Casa Rivera
My wife and I had a really great time staying at Casa Rivera. Mia was a fantastic host with great communications. Couldn't have been happier with our stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is an wonderful place to spend a romantic and beautiful time. Mia, the host and owner of the property, completely went all the way to make my wife and myself feel welcome and simply enjoy our stay in Casa Rivera and Los Olivos. Truly recommend this play for an amazing get-away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location right in the heart of Los Olivos.
Mia was an outstanding hostess! Warm, fresh-baked cookies greeted us upon arrival, and the property had everything we could have needed. This is the perfect spot for a quiet escape, walking distance to wine tastings and charming restaurants. We would definitely use this property again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Fantastic experience! Exactly what we were looking for! Mia was a wonderful host and even made us delicious blueberry scones for breakfast and gave us warm chocolate chip cookies just out of the oven as a welcome treat! Highly recommend Casa Rivera for a weekend getaway.!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Combo of Convenience & Quaint
Fantastic experience from beginning to end - owner/manager is an exceptional communicator - amazing location - close to Los Olivos downtown - a short walk - the unit is all you need for 2 people - quaint and comfortable -everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for a wedding weekend!
I stayed at Mia’s studio apartment to is past weekend and it was perfect. Exactly as listed, clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. Plus only a short 1-block walk into town. And she even brought homemade scones to me one morning! The perfect spot to stay if hotels in town are sold out or you are looking for a more modest accommodation. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay!!
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay!! The room is cozy and bright and the artwork (all hand-made by the hosts) is beautiful. Mia was a terrific host. She made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived, greeting us with delicious cookies and it just got better from there! We especially enjoyed the little patio, where we enjoyed a quiet afternoon. The property is within convenient walking to all of Los Olivos. We highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend in Los Olivos
We found this little gem in the perfect neighborhood! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Rivera. Leading up to the stay, we had several conversations with the property owner which helped us prepare. The little casita was immaculately clean, safe, convenient, and adorable, with plenty of amenities. I was amazed at how quiet it was. The location is perfect for walking all around in Los Olivos. Property owners were warm and welcoming and have thought of everything. We highly recommend it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam N., Encinitas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Vaca!!!
The owner of the property was fabulous! She was communicated with us well on our day of arrival, to make everything seamless. And so unexpectedly, she made us biscuits & jam for my boyfriend… & because I’m gluten free made the yummiest best blueberry scone I’ve ever eaten! We would definitely go back!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway at Casa Rivera!
My wife and I had a wonderful stay at Casa Rivera! The location was perfect, as it was just a short walk to the charming downtown area with its many tasting rooms and shops. The apartment itself was well-appointed, with comfortable furnishings, a well-equipped kitchenette, and an outdoor space for enjoying the beautiful weather. The homemade biscuits and original artwork in the apartment were exceptional! Our host, Mia, was very responsive and helpful, making sure that we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Overall, we highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a lovely getaway in Los Olivos!" Jason and Darcy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect weekend getaway!
My fiancé and I booked a weekend stay with Mia in Los Olivos and had the most amazing time! Mia was incredibly helpful from check-in to check-out and went above and beyond. The rental comes with one private parking spot which was very convenient and the location could not have been more perfect. We parked our car and never got back in it until we were heading home. There are so many amazing restaurants, shops, and wineries within walking distance. Mia gave us several recommendations and we even got to spend some time her and her husband at the winery where she works. The last morning of our stay, we were delivered fresh biscuits with butter and jam! 10/10 recommend and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super charming studio!
So happy we found this charming studio while traveling through Los Olivos!! We loved it! Super clean, and very cozy! Communication with Mia was outstanding, and she even had homemade cookies waiting for us! Yum! We walked to downtown for wine tasting and a super delicious dinner. One of the most comfortable sleeps ever, oh my gosh the bed was great! Mia spoiled us with homemade blueberry scones before our checkout! Wonderful experience and we’ll only stay at Mia’s place while visiting Los Olivos!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute studio walkable to tasting rooms
This studio was cute and clean. It's just a few minutes walk to Los Olivos tasting rooms. Mia made us cinnamon rolls for breakfast. She also baked chocolate chip cookies as a welcome gift and was communicative, giving us detailed driving directions. A few cons: No AC and a rental agreement outside of VRBO. We asked to be present for the exit inspection; Mia obliged and was easygoing about that process.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved Casa Rivera! We were celebrating our 35th anniversary and fell in love with the cozy room, the lovely art surrounding us, the attention to detail, the nature scenery, and the perfect location that meant no driving for us. We loved being greeted by warm chocolate cookies at check-in and warm biscuits for breakfast another day. Truly, this is a hidden gem and we are so grateful to both Mia and Bryan for the love made real in our room through their art work and the meal we shared together. I know there would be no other place that would have been as lovely and accommodating. Mia made our stay perfect with great suggestions and attention to detail. Our stay at Santa Barbara and Temecula could not compete. We will definitely be back to Casa Rivera!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022