Experiences
Savor the sun-splashed sights of Santa Barbara
Boutique wineries, coastal sailing trips, polo matches: there’s a vast array of things to do in Santa Barbara. Whatever your dream Californian adventure, El Encanto is the perfect gateway into the golden state.
The Literary Club
Our alluring oasis has long been a magnet for the creatively inspired. Our new Literary Club celebrates this history, inviting notable authors and writers to bring their inspiring perspectives and love for old and new books to new generations.
Includes a signed copy of the novel, three-course lunch, coffee and tea, complimentary valet parking. Price: $75 per person, 12pm to 2pm.
The Literary Club
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Four-Day Santa Barbara Discovery
Experience the wonders of Santa Barbara from El Encanto. Our local experts have put together an unforgettable four-night itinerary to show you the very best of the American Riviera. Anticipate outdoor adventures, a toast to the Wine Trail and leisurely bike rides along the shore.
Four-Day Santa Barbara Discovery
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Virtual Mandala Sessions with Renate Hume
Regain balance and find your spiritual center with a virtual healing Mandala session with celebrated counselor, artist and author Renate C. Hume. Connect to your authentic self through mandala creation and readings, channel your creative energy and find a new path to self-discovery.
Virtual Mandala Sessions with Renate Hume
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Virtual Life Journey Coaching with Renate Hume
Take a personal journey inward and discover the answers to your questions on purpose, direction and overall wellbeing. Join our personal life coach, Renate Hume for this uplifting and clarifying experience. A unique opportunity for guided reflection, these virtual sessions are particularly powerful at times of transition and uncertainty.
Choose from an individual online session with Renate, or a joint online session with Renate and your partner and prepare for a new look on life.
Available daily, 9am-6pm. Reserve at least 48 hours in advance.
Virtual Life Journey Coaching with Renate Hume
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Alfresco movie night
Here’s looking at you, kid: watch your favorite stars under the stars with an alfresco movie screening. Relax on your private terrace and tuck in to popcorn, artisanal candies and mocktails. A celestial atmosphere awaits.
Alfresco movie night
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Hilltop Picnic
After working up a sweat on a scenic hike, it’s only right to celebrate with a gourmet hilltop picnic. Choose one of the many stunning trails in Santa Barbara, Montecito or Goleta for a three-hour experience with a skilled guide. Your delicious lunch for two includes a bottle of local Californian wine or bubbles.
Hilltop Picnic
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Artisanal picnic baskets
Whether you’re pining for a Maine lobster roll or Bento-style fare, El Encanto's gourmet picnic baskets are perfect for a lazy afternoon.
Take your delectable meal to the historic Santa Barbara Mission. Head to the California coast. Or enjoy an exclusive visit to Lotus land, a local hidden gem of botanical gardens in Montecito. In our grounds, pair your picnic with lawn games at the Lily Pond and Arbor. Sit comfortably by the wishing well, or on the terrace of your private cottage.
Artisanal picnic baskets
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Experiences at El Encanto
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Wineries
Explore Santa Barbara’s Urban Wine Trail via a series of nearby tasting rooms.
Or journey to Santa Ynez Valley, just a 30-minute drive away. Here you’ll find more than 270 wineries producing regional favorites including Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Wineries
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Outdoor Adventures
California is a world-class sporting destination, and for good reason. Experience the ridges and bluffs of the Santa Ynez Mountains. Grab a surfboard and head down to Rincon Point. For something more leisurely, paddle board along the coast at sunset. Ask our concierge about local golfing ranges—there’s no shortage of scenic options.
Outdoor Adventures
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Shopping
Of all the indulgent things to do in Santa Barbara, a little boutique browsing is essential.
Take one of our complimentary electric bikes into fashionable downtown Santa Barbara. Discover independent labels and artisanal souvenirs, or simply window shop as you soak up the sun.
Shopping
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