Does Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

Where is Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort located?

Located in Santa Barbara, this family-friendly cabin is steps from Los Padres National Forest and within 12 mi (20 km) of Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park and Cold Spring Tavern. Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens and South Coast Railroad Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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About the area

Santa Barbara is home to Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort. Rancho San Marcos Golf Course and Santa Barbara Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens and South Coast Railroad Museum. Travelling with kids? Make time for Santa Barbara Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Santa Barbara Bowl.

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2/10 Terrible

Eric

20 Feb 2023

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Camila

26 Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Denise

16 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful and terrible

The cabin we had was wonderful. Kitchen was stocked so well. It was clean and pleasant. However, if you advertise a restaurant and you are 17 MILES away from everything, that advertised restaurant better be open. We were panicked when the restaurant had not been open for over 1.5 years!!! The thought of going back 17 miles on a country road after driving over 5 hours was a deal breaker. Although staff was super and helped us find some food in the little convenience store (which closed at 4:30!!!) Also, internet service ended about halfway up the mountain. If I had known they did not have cell service, I would not have booked since I was attending my daughters wedding and needed to be accessible.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elder

10 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

El lugar muy bonito, la cabaña tenía todo lo que necesitamos, estaba limpio y había cosas que hacer en el lugar. Cabalgata, piscina .

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana

5 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

17 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property is well kept, cabins are clean stocked with kitchen ware and bathroom amenities. We enjoyed horseback riding, however it is very difficult to get a hold of the stable the weeks before going or while on campus to make a reservation. It should be online to book the ride and sign waivers on line before the trip. I know the workers at the stable work very hard and this will simplify the process for them to print the daily schedule of rides and paid upfront.The wiifi is not in the cabins only at end of the road. Overall it is lovely to stay there and walk the campus.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio

12 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Staffin really friendly great place to stay with family and friends

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

21 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean

24 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Loved the tranquility.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Farajoddin

25 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

I liked my overall stay a very quiet place surrounded by some beautiful landscape The cabins didn't have either network or wifi

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

18 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Beautiful peaceful stay.

Beautiful grounds. Really enjoyed the animals to view, including wild turkeys. The pools were beautifully situated and had unbusy times to please us. The lodge and internet access were very much appreciated. We never did figure out how to get the TV to work but it pushed us to just enjoy the beautiful surroundings and disconnect from busy electronic lives.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 Jun 2021

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

25 Jan 2021

Disliked: Room comfort, communication

Not what was expected

At check-in, we were told that the restaurant on-site opened at 4pm. However, we found out that the restaurant had been closed since March. There was no horseback riding due to it having rained the day prior. We were not allowed to pet or feed the horses without staff present, and although there was no horseback riding, you would think staff would have accommodated by being present. The other pets were not available as well. It was a boring trip and the cost was high. We were let down.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

3 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diana

21 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was perfect to spend time with my two boys some bonding time

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

LoveyDovey, Los Angeles

26 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

After a slightly narrow windy road, we were pleasantly surprised by this beautiful ranch. Everything was clean and open. We were able to walk up to the horses to pet them. The cabin was very clean and functional. It made these city love birds very comfortable! Our only complaint is that we couldn't stay longer to enjoy eachother and this beautiful ranch.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E

25 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place and facilities. Cleaning our own room was a bit of a surprise but it was not bad. The stars at night were AWESOME - Milky Way was visible!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

22 Jun 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Amenities

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

15 May 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We liked the cabin very much, it was very comfortable for the 3 of us.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

19 Apr 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

the place is very relaxing. if you are addicted to internet then this is not the place for you since the signal is really bad. the family?adult lodge has wifi and its just basic. the only thing I don't like was that when we check out, we have to take out all linens and towels that we used, just like we were the ones doing housekeeping job in the end

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Apr 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

24 Aug 2018

Serene anniversary getaway

Loved our little cabin. It was clean and fresh. All the "tools" we needed to cook our meals even barbecuing on the porch were provided. Enjoyed the amenities... swimming, water aerobics, hot tub, walks, playing pool and ping pong. The setting was beautiful and the staff were friendly and helpful. Limited cell phone service would be our only complaint.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

27 Jul 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The cottage where we stayed was beautiful and clean. It had two air conditioning units, one in the living room and one in the master room. The problem was that there was no way to cool off the bunk bed room - it was very hot, and the A/C unit in the living room did not reach, so we had to use a small portable fan that we happened to take. The pool deck was slippery - be careful. They provide balls and equipment to play the games for free (miniature golf, volleyball, basketball, horseshoe) in the country store. The equipment for pickleball is kept in the court, in a bench. You can rent movies for $3 per night at the country store, which is next to the pool.They are currently building a dog park next to the pickleball court. The playground is very simple, but it's good enough. I did not know that most of the scheduled activities happen on the weekend, that the restaurant only opens on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and that the store closes at 4pm during the week; so, plan accordingly. I also didn't know that we have to do some cleaning before leaving (sweeping, trash, dishes, fridge) to avoid paying $50.It was not that difficult, though. My kids loved the heated pool and the horseback riding. A reservation is needed for horseback riding for an additional cost ($45 for adults and $15 for hand-led for people staying over and Thousand Trails members- the most affordable in the area). They're held in the morning to avoid the heat. Overall, a great experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 May 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place. One of a kind.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

29 May 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

A fun facility, but not what I booked

We loved the overall facility, but we were given a smaller cabin than the one I booked online. Technically it slept 4 with a queen bed and pullout sofa, but our group wasn't all keen on sharing beds. I had even called ahead to confirm the details of our accomodation, but when we arrived they gave us the little cabin. I went back to the kiosk to say we had the wring booking, but with no cell or internet service on site I had no way to pull up my booking confirmation to argue--not that it would have done much good because on Memorial Day weekend, as the host informed me, all the other cabins were already full. Our group had to cozy up, which made for a much less comfortable experience than we had planned for.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

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