At The Meadows and The Groves at Rice Ranch, location, luxury, and lifestyle become one. It’s Santa Barbara’s only Master Planned Community, with the executive newest homes, oak tree-lined streets, a gated community, and private access to active lifestyle amenities.
Here in California’s central coast wine country, we are lucky to have great weather and mostly sunny skies year-round. That means outdoor living is part of life, and we all need an outdoor space to call home.
Take advantage of the Central Coast’s moderate temperatures with outdoor cooking and dining, a patio bar, lounge area or an outdoor fireplace. With our weather in Santa Barbara wine country, residents at The Meadows and The Groves at Rice Ranch can enjoy alfresco dining and lounging most of the year.
Soak in the sun in the comfort of your own home. Customize your yard or outdoor space to take in the views or be a gorgeous gather space. Build that outdoor kitchen. Your own custom yard or outdoor space is waiting for you!
Ideas For Newest Homes
Here are some ideas:
1. Clean up and use plants to re-do your outdoor space.
This is the easiest way to revitalize your space. Simply arrange your existing furniture and plants, then take out dead or aging plants and remove debris and items that have accumulated. Get fresh flowers in new and different colors and textures, then plant everything in a whole new configuration – get more ideas here. You’ll love the change!
HINT: a more affordable way to change out plants is to buy seeds, and start them indoors in a sunny area of your home. This way, you can customize the watering until you have seedlings large enough to transfer to your yard or outdoor pots.
2. Simply update accessories to your current outdoor space.
Get rid of old accessories and pick a fun theme for new ones! Frenchify your outdoor space – with advice and ideas from Every Day Parisian here. Or, craft a Moroccan feel using brightly colored and lush fabrics plus exotic-looking items. Add a rug, find a beachy theme, go modern or tropical…don’t be scared to try something new.
3. Consider adding an outdoor lounge or dining room with furniture.
If you don’t have much furniture outside, consider creating an outdoor living room or lounge. You can go large or cozy, and even find items from inside the house to create your space. Find a tucked away place under the eaves or a tree, or create it right outside your door.
4. Add a firepit or BBQ/Cooking area.
A firepit adds an element of coziness to your outdoor area, not to mention all the s’more that can be enjoyed! There are so many ways to create a firepit area, from stone work and grand to stand-alone and simple. Plus, making one yourself is easier than you think.
5. Build a custom outdoor kitchen and fireplace area.
When you’re ready to go big and give your outdoor space an overhaul, consider creating a custom outdoor kitchen. Even a small outdoor kitchen can be the outdoor space of your dreams! And adding a real fireplace outside adds to the overall allure.
All our homes have outdoor spaces, from low-maintenance to expansive, yet still private, near acres of oak-studded open space. Many homes are perched on the hill and capture views of the surrounding rolling hills and hiking trails or positioned along the natural ridge line, capturing the striking natural beauty of the surrounding valley below.
Throughout The Meadows and The Groves at Rice Ranch, our outdoor spaces seamlessly blur the line between the indoors and the patio, backyard or gorgeous view! It’s the the sanctuary when you need it, the lifestyle when you want it.
Residents also get exclusive access to our beautiful community center and recreation space. The Summit Club is specifically designed for the casual and cultured Central Coast lifestyle. This club is the pinnacle of Rice Ranch offering interior and exterior features focused on recreation, relaxation, healthy living and community. The Club’s private access ensures you peace and enjoyment while taking advantage of the wide range of activities.
Grand Amenities Await You:
- Indoor & Outdoor Lounges
- Pool & Hot Tub With Outdoor Shower
- Two Bocce Ball Courts
- Two Full-Size Pickle Ball Courts
- Half-Size Basketball Court
- Yoga Studio / Exercise Facility
- Multi-Purpose Activity Room
- Informal Outdoor Event Area
- Large Clubhouse Gathering Space
- Outdoor Fire Pit
- Outdoor Barbecue Facilities
- Exercise Trail Stations
- Prep Kitchen Facilities
- Recreation Lawns
Get more information here – and come home to luxury.
