…to most Southern and Central Californians, the Santa Ynez Valley is an oasis, quietly tucked away 30 minutes North of Santa Barbara and a few hours south of San Francisco. For those who live outside of the area and fancy themselves wine drinkers, foodies and weekend warriors, the Santa Ynez Valley ; comprised of the beautifully quaint towns of Los Olivos, Buellton, Los Alamos, Santa Ynez and Ballard, is the perfect escape!