Visit the Santa Ynez Valley
3 Must-See Stops in Ballard, CA
2449 Baseline Ave
Ballard, CA
Monday:
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
“Good Things Come In Small Packages” This phrase is perfect for Ballard, California. With a population of only 467, Ballard is the smallest of the region’s towns. However, it also holds some of the Valley’s most treasured gems. Read on to learn more about this small town with big time charm.
Visit the Santa Ynez Valley
#1: Visit the Iconic Little Red Schoolhouse 🍎
2425 School St
Solvang, CA
A genuine “Little Red Schoolhouse” has been educating young Ballard residents since 1883. The bell still rings to summon students, and it is one of the top-performing schools in Santa Barbara County.
Visit the Santa Ynez Valley
#2: Book a Romantic Stay at The Ballard Inn 🌹
2436 Baseline Ave
Ballard, CA
Monday:
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday:
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Ballard is also home to The Ballard Inn & Restaurant, one of the most romantic B&Bs in the region, where you can enjoy delectable wine-country fusion meals. With an abundance of historic homes, churches, miniature donkeys and more, this town is certainly well worth the visit. Experience the serenity and charm of a well-preserved country town and visit Ballard, California today!
Visit the Santa Ynez Valley
#3: Tour and Taste at Piazza Family Wines 🍇
Tapadero Rd
Solvang, CA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Established in 2018, Piazza Family Wines is a small family owned vineyard and winery located in Ballard Canyon. Great wines are not made in the cellar but in the vineyard. The Piazza team intentionally aims to showcase the unique qualities of place with the wines, hand crafting them to represent the soil, climate and varietal for each vintage. They focus on the vineyard and follow organic farming practices. This way they ensure each harvest yields the best possible grapes for that vintage and gives a true representation of their unique Ballard Canyon terroir, all while respecting the land and nourishing it for future generations.