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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
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Mike and Anne is a Star Host
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Best RV/van spots: 3rd place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Near Channel Islands National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center.
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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Christine G.recommends
April 19, 2024
"Chandler" (for Smaller RV's)
Twinkle Light Perfection
Amazing setup in a gorgeous setting. Friendly hosts and delish walnuts!!! Absolutely recommend!
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Kenjie W.recommends
April 15, 2024
"Chandler" (for Smaller RV's)
My stay here was wonderful. Was left a welcoming package from the hosts when I arrived. The site was clean and had everything you needed to hangout and enjoy a nice and peaceful stay. Will definitely be returning.
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Caren W.recommends
April 12, 2024
"Chandler" (for Smaller RV's)
Secluded in the walnut grove
This is always one of our FAVORITE places to stay. Secluded in the walnut trees and quiet, but a quick bike ride to either Los Olivos or Solvang. Anne and Mike are always wonderful hosts - highly recommend!!
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Patricia H.recommends
April 11, 2024
"Chandler" (for Smaller RV's)
Great walnut grove camping!
We enjoyed the solitude and privacy of having our own little flat spot within the walnut orchard. We enjoyed the swing and the great fire pit with the two chairs. It was really really nice to have firewood provided for us. It was a beautiful evening to have a fire and to see the stars which were so readily visible in the dark night sky. There was also a barbecue grill which we did not use and a covered picnic table. We were gifted a small bag of walnuts and we also purchased another bag. What a cool way to camp! How often do you ever get to camp in a walnut orchard?! Great communication with the hosts.
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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.
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Alyssa K.recommends
April 7, 2024
"Diamond" for RV's and Trailers
A hidden gem… you must go!
What a hidden gem! An incredibly lovely stay in a beautiful walnut orchard. We loved it so much that we wanted to extend our stay. We will definitely be back. Anne and Mike we so welcoming! You must purchase the fresh bread and cookies… it was a highlight for our boys.
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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
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Hosted by Mike And Anne G.Joined in June 2019
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