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Boots & Blooms

April 28 - May 21

This spring, experience Alisal Ranch in full bloom.

From April 28 through May 21, the ranch welcomes Boots & Blooms, a relaxed springtime celebration inspired by the beauty, renewal, and natural abundance of the land. Set across 10,500 acres in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley, this seasonal experience invites guests to slow down, spend time outdoors, and enjoy spring as it unfolds across rolling green hills, wildflowers, and wide-open skies.

Throughout the season, Boots & Blooms is woven into the guest experience through thoughtfully curated programming, seasonal culinary moments, and spring-inspired cocktails. Guests can expect hands-on classes, outdoor activities, and creative experiences designed to connect them to the land and the rhythm of the season. Highlights include special moments like a flower cookie–making class with Elizabeth Poett, along with other rotating offerings that celebrate spring at the ranch in an easy, unhurried way.

Whether exploring scenic trails, riding horseback through fields in bloom, or simply soaking in the landscape, Boots & Blooms captures spring at Alisal Ranch at its most effortless and inviting.

We invite you to pack your boots, settle in, and savor the season as the ranch comes alive in bloom.

Package Includes:

  • Luxury Ranch accommodations
  • Full breakfast & dinner daily per guest
  • Nightly rates include beverages – an impressive selection of nonalcoholic beverages (and alcoholic beverages for those 21+) consumed in our bars or restaurants
  • In-Room Welcome Amenity
  • Activities like: bikes, hiking trail, fishing poles, canoes, and more!
  • Wine tasting at a list of local wine partners

The 22% Ranch Fee is partly distributed to employees who provide service in lieu of tips and also helps fund various amenities for Ranch guests.  Click here to learn more about the Ranch Fee and our nightly rate. 

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Flower Cookie Making

Elizabeth Poett

MAY 9th | 3 PM

Gather around the table for a hands-on springtime baking experience with Elizabeth Poett, seventh-generation cattle rancher and host of Ranch to Table. Rooted in seasonal ingredients and simple, thoughtful techniques, this relaxed class invites guests to create beautiful flower-inspired cookies while learning Elizabeth’s ranch-inspired approach to cooking. Drawing from her upbringing at historic Rancho San Julian and her passion for sharing food as a way to connect, Elizabeth brings the spirit of the Central Coast to the kitchen. It’s an inviting, creative way to slow down, celebrate the season, and enjoy a sweet taste of spring at the ranch.

Boots & Blooms Activities

Painting class at Alisal Ranch
Painting Class
April 24th, May 1st & May 8th | 1-3 pm

Join us for an oil-based canvas painting class designed for ages 7 and up. Priced at $80 per person and limited to just 10 guests, this intimate class offers thoughtful instruction and plenty of creative freedom. Hosted on the front entrance lawn, it’s a relaxed, artful way to spend an afternoon at the ranch, with final location details confirmed the week of.

Horseshoe Decorating Workshop
April 30th | 10-11am

A little luck, a little symbolism, and a whole lot of beauty. In this intimate workshop, we’ll adorn classic horseshoes with seasonal blooms (dried and fresh), textural greens, and delicate ribbon – transforming them into sculptural pieces meant to hang above a doorway, in a playroom, or anywhere you’d like to invite luck. Flower-adorned horseshoes are keepsakes that feel both rustic and refined…a keepsake to remember your time at Alisal Ranch.

flower arranging class at Alisal Ranch
Flower Arranging
April 30th | 4-5 pm

This workshop blends charm and elegance in the most delightful way. Guests will design a full, garden-style arrangement inside a ceramic pitcher, working with premium seasonal blooms and layered textures for that effortless “just gathered” feel. It’s playful but polished – a statement piece that feels at home on a farmhouse table or in a beautifully curated kitchen.

Flower crown workshop at Alisal Ranch
May Day Flower Crown Workshop
May 1st | 10-11am

There’s something timeless about wearing flowers. In this hands-on experience, we’ll guide you through creating your own fresh floral crown using delicate blooms, airy greens, and soft movement – designed to feel romantic, modern, and entirely wearable. It’s part celebration, part self-expression – and the kind of workshop that turns into laughter, photos, and unforgettable memories.

Gin Foraging & Cocktail Class with Ventura Spirits
May 2nd & May 8th | 11 am

Step out of the bar and into the wild. This unique two-part experience bridges California’s rugged landscape with the refined world of craft mixology.

We have partnered with Ventura Spirits, local legends known for distilling the literal essence of the Central Coast, to guide you in identifying, harvesting, and transforming wild botanicals into world class drinks. From sage covered hillsides to the salty coastline, discover the ingredients that make our region taste like nowhere else on Earth.

Wreath Making at Alisal Ranch
Wreath Making
May 7th | 1-3 pm

Celebrate the season through wreath making, layering lavender, strawflower, dried florals, and greenery onto a natural grapevine frame. Designed for ages 10 and up and priced at $75 per person, this seasonal class invites guests to slow down, work with their hands, and craft something both beautiful and lasting. Participation is limited to 20 guests to ensure a relaxed, creative experience.

Floral cocktail making class at Alisal Ranch
Floral Cocktail Making
Tuesdays | 3-4 pm

 Join us in the Oak Bar as we explore the delicate art of using florals, herbs, and wild botanicals to create sophisticated, layered cocktails. Whether you’re a seasoned home bartender or a curious beginner, you’ll learn how to balance the perfume of florals with craft spirits and garnish like a pro, creating a beautiful and balanced cocktail.

Wildfowers at Alisal Ranch
UTV Wildflower Tours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday | 2 pm

Set out across 10,500 acres of rolling hills and hidden corners on a guided UTV tour through the ranch in bloom. This scenic ride offers a closer look at what’s flowering across the landscape, from vibrant wildflowers to sweeping green pastures.

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