Artist Retreat: San Ysidro Ranch
2:43 PM Posted by Mish Dish
The last few weeks I have been on an artists retreat. Seeking inspiration I traveled west and landed in Santa Barbara and took shelter at the San Ysidro Ranch, just 90 miles from LA.
Nestled into the lush Montecito foothills, the ranch provided a tranquil retreat for this artist.
Myth and history mingle in gardens where Vivien Leigh and Sir Laurence Olivier exchanged vows in the setting of John and Jackie Kennedy's honeymoon. You can feel the residue of the old school glamour everywhere you turn.
My private cottage offered intimate seclusion and a grand opportunity to go within, a place to indulge the senses and invigorate the soul. Sometimes it is just good to listen. Listen to your true voice, your true self. I find those are the times I create my best work as an artist.
The ranch provides exquisite culinary excellence. The Plow & Angel offers dishes created from herbs and vegetables grown in the organic gardens of the ranch.
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December 6, 2010 at 8:46 PM
I've been wondering where you have been! I guess I won't complain because fromthe looks of these pics...you were in HEAVEN!
December 7, 2010 at 4:07 AM
Oh WOW!!! that place is PARADISE!!! and those pictures are awesome!!! and most of all, Welcome back to blogland sweetie pie, I've missed you sooooooooo
Love, HUGS and Kisses :)
Jemina
xoxo
December 7, 2010 at 5:18 AM
Looks and sounds like an amazing retreat, darling!
Lucky you!
xoxox,
CC
December 7, 2010 at 6:04 AM
Happy anniversary dear!
Retreating for inspiration... I would so love that right now!
December 7, 2010 at 7:30 AM
WOW...how lucky are you to have had that experience! The place is amazing! Good for you. Hope your batteries are recharged. I know mine would be.
Happy belated anniversary!
♥ V
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December 7, 2010 at 4:51 PM
Hi Doll!!! I am sooooo glad you found me too!! BC I am so glad I found you now too! I am so jealous of where you are now! It looks just fabulous!!! I love going out west but I have never been here! Do we get more updates!?
XX
December 8, 2010 at 7:16 AM
Oh, I would so love to visit here one day; I have heard wonderful things about the location - it is just breathtaking!! :)
December 8, 2010 at 9:30 AM
Oh wow, i am loving these images of what appears to be the perfect retreat, i think i fancy escaping now and going there!
I also LOVE that zara oversized knit cardi... it's just like the Stefanel one i'm dying to get my mitts on too!
x.o.x.o
December 8, 2010 at 12:00 PM
MISH!!! I love that you had such a fab time in SB. SO sad that we didn't get to see you. But looks like the SYR did you well sister. We need to have a catch up session...feel like it's been way too long!
P.S. You have a party every night?! Holy hell.
xoxo
December 8, 2010 at 12:25 PM
That place looks incredible:) I would love to be there right now:)
Greetings
Ps: I am hosting a stunning leather clutch GIVEAWAY today, just in time for Holiday Parties!
December 9, 2010 at 5:29 AM
P.S. So exciting that you bought the magenta dress ~ I know you will wear it well!
xoxox,
CC
December 9, 2010 at 7:31 AM
Ah, such loveliness - I would also enjoy an artists retreat, too. The picture invites one to dream....
December 9, 2010 at 9:53 AM
Looks gorgeous. Happy Anniversary!
December 12, 2010 at 7:52 PM
I can totally see why this is an artist's retreat - so visually-inspiring!
December 22, 2010 at 1:46 PM
How lovely! I love San Ysidro Ranch--I'm sure your time was amazing!
xo Mary Jo
December 22, 2010 at 5:27 PM
wow! That looks amazing and very relaxing! I envy you:) Thanks so much for appreciating my post. I wish you a merry christmas, and from what I see, I am a definite follower of yours.
Love Iben
December 23, 2010 at 8:46 PM
What a beautiful place! I wish I could go there every year if I can! xoxoxoxo
December 27, 2010 at 9:02 AM
Hello chic, dear Mish,
I hope that your Christmas was sweet. Mine was full of fun and fresh Alpine air.
Hugs,
Susa