"The Coop" caught my eye when looking for a place to stay in the Santa Ynez Valley. You can tell that this unique property was created with love & curated with a playful sense of style. We stayed one chilly rainy February weekend, and Michael preheated the home for our arrival. Designed for gathering, there are cozy touches throughout: baskets of throw blankets to cuddle up, vintage parfait glasses & spoons for sundaes or rootbeer floats, a gourmet kitchen with everything you need to create the perfect meal, unique artwork, a newspaper stand turned vinyl turntable, and multiple common areas for conversation, wining, and dining. "The Coop" has a fun instagrammable character that would work well for a Bachelorette gathering. There are shiny new bikes, fantastic outdoor games (bags, jenga, lasso the cow), a curious flock of chickens and lots of personal touches throughout. It was too cold to swim, but the pool area will be GREAT once the weather warms up. We hope to visit again soon, and would recommend this place to anyone looking for an extra special one-of-a-kind get away with friends or family.