The Rincon Creek Ranch - Carpinteria, CA
A private 120-acre working ranch and historic estate, 80 minutes north of Los Angeles, 20 minutes south of Santa Barbara. The property offers a range of California-coastal looks within a single location: oak meadows, three flowing creeks, a long covered pavilion with stone fireplace, a hillside reservoir with sweeping Pacific and Channel Islands views, an open stone piazza with grand staircase, avocado groves, and two recently rebuilt residences. A 2,368 sq ft modern hilltop farmhouse with ocean views and a 2,400 sq ft meadow-level home with full accordion doors that open into the landscape. Both residences have commercial grade kitchen appliances.
Established in 1894 as a stagecoach stop, the ranch has hosted weddings, private events, editorial shoots, and commercial productions.
Looks available on-site: Oak meadow, creek and bridge crossings, working avocado grove, citrus rows, hilltop ocean view, stone-staircase amphitheater, modern farmhouse interior, covered outdoor pavilion with fireplace, dirt ranch road under eucalyptus.
Logistics: 120 acres exclusive use. Power, water, kitchen, restrooms on-site. Vehicle and equipment access throughout the property. Ample crew parking. Two production-friendly residences for talent, hair and makeup, or holding. Less than 10 minutes from downtown Carpinteria, with hotels, catering, and equipment rental nearby. Quiet location with controlled access.
Permitting: All productions require an on-site location manager and proof of insurance. Film, photo, and event permits arranged through the ranch directly.