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Ballard Walnut Grove

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· Solvang, Santa Barbara, California

22 acres hosted by Mike And Anne G.

2 RV sites

Best RV/van spots: 3rd place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

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Offers products directly sourced or produced on the farm.

Mike and Anne is a Star Host

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99% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

We are a 4-generation family-owned and operated working farm, and have lived here since 1976. We are proud growers for Diamond Walnuts, and also have a busy Farm Stand with walnuts and produce, over 500 Christmas Trees, and a small event venue for rent. We love our farm and are happy to open our walnut grove to you and share the bounty and beauty that we have called home for over four decades. Ballard is 2 miles from Solvang, Los Olivos, and Santa Ynez. Our Walnut Grove is nestled in the village of Ballard and in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley. Walking distance to two Tasting Rooms (Rideau & Lincourt), a Bakery (Bob's Well Bread), and a Fine-Dining Restaurant (Ballard Inn). Note that the trees lose their leaves in the winter and will leaf-out in late May. We offer 2 sites the Grove: one that accommodates larger RV's with up to 6 people (called "Diamond" - which has a larger area with soft solar lighting, picnic table, fire pit, corn hole, cozy bench for two, complimentary bundle of wood and a tasty treat. (This site also accommodates two RV's -just "add on" in Extras for each night of their stay.) The other smaller space (called "Chandler") is designed for a single RV or conversion van. Sprinkled with lighting, we include a picnic table, campfire pit with 3-4 pieces of split wood (you can add-on additional bundle for $10), Weber BBQ, bistro table and romantic bench swing. We include a treat for both our guests and their doggies. The two sites are 200 yards apart (that's two football fields) assuring your privacy. Please note in your request what you will be traveling in (RV, Trailer, Sprinter, etc). (** Please note that because we are a food-producing farm, we are only allowed to accept fully self-contained units (with built-in water and waste water tanks - sorry, no portable toilets ). No tents unless they are accompanying a self contained RV).

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434 ratings · 374 reviews

Felix C.recommends

April 8, 2024

"Chandler" (for Smaller RV's)

Lovely site in a walnut grove

We loved coming back to this beautiful walnut grove. This site was big enough for our 21’ travel trailer but can easily accommodate a bigger one. Lovely set up makes it a family favorite for our 2 children and our dog. Mike and Anne are so welcoming, we will definitely be coming back for our biannual trips to Solvang.

Aaron L.recommends

April 1, 2024

"Diamond" for RV's and Trailers

Great spot to boondock in the SYV.

Eady to access. Site was pretty much level and was well taken care of. Anne checked in with us shortly after check in. Her fresh made sourdough bread was excellent. We will definitely stay again in the future. Thanks!

Keith F.recommends

March 24, 2024

"Diamond" for RV's and Trailers

It was a great setting. The other site was 500 feet away at least, so it was very private. We would definitely come back when in the area.

Hilary L.recommends

March 17, 2024

"Chandler" (for Smaller RV's)

Beautiful relaxing walnut orchard

Very peaceful relaxing place with town a close drive away! Wonderful. Looking forward to coming back. Delicious walnuts! Loved walking our dogs through the walnut orchard.

Tom.recommends

March 16, 2024

"Chandler" (for Smaller RV's)

Great little spot in an orchard! Very clean and quiet. Loved the walnuts with a little blue cheese and fig jam. Thanks!

Silke B.recommends

March 13, 2024

"Chandler" (for Smaller RV's)

Beautiful site, we loved our stay! Mike was very friendly, we enjoyed meeting him. Thank you for the delicious walnuts!

Location

Solvang, Santa Barbara, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Chumash and Ineseño First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Mike And Anne G.Joined in June 2019

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