Welcome

Three-Generation Family Farm ~ Diamond Walnuts Farm Stand Hip Camp

Family Owned and Operated since 1976

Welcome

Welcome to our Family Farm! We are happy to meet you and invite you to get to know more about life on the Farm. We hope you will find this site as a respite from the busy world, where things slow down for a bit as we seek to embrace the simple things in life .. like family, healthy food, working together, natural surroundings, and a peaceful, open space.

Walnuts ...... and more!

Diamond Walnuts

We have been growers for Diamond Nuts for over 40 years. We are the southern-most growers in California and are proud to grow the highly desired variety of Chandler nuts (delicious!). Check out our recipe page.

Photo Location

Diamond Walnuts

We have a beautiful English Garden (carefully designed and planted with love by our mom) complete with wandering paths and lush delicate flowers.. Perfect photo location for Weddings, Family Gatherings, Senior Portraits. We are also listed on 101 North Locations for Film and Commercial shoots.

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Christmas Trees

Diamond Walnuts

Weddings in the Grove

We have over 300 Christmas Trees planted here on the Farm, with the goal of being the only cut-and-carry tree farm in Santa Barbara County.We are happy to belong to the Christmas Tree Growers Association and hope to be open to the public in three to four years. (We may even have a reindeer or two!) Stay tuned.

Weddings in the Grove

The Farm has hosted several family weddings and receptions - a magical place. We are open to sharing our bounty with others interested in a small, romantic private event.

Seasonal Farm Stand

Weddings in the Grove

Farm Stay / Hip Camp

Our Farm Stand is located at the entrance to the Farm. (on Alamo Pintado - across from the miniature horses). 1-Pound Bags of Walnuts available daily 9-5. We very often have seasonal produce available, such as Meyer Lemons, Grapefruits, Oranges, Persimmons, Zucchini, Tomatoes, Peppers, and more . (Honor Box available for contributions). We also have annual free flower bulbs for folks to plant in their gardens.

Farm Stay / Hip Camp

Weddings in the Grove

Farm Stay / Hip Camp

Farm Stay in the walnut grove at a private site, nestled among the trees, sprinkled with lights and warmed by the campfire. We are proud to have been nominated two years in a row as a Best RV Spot Finalist by Hip Camp. (Be sure to order the fresh-baked Walnut Sourdough Bread ... delivered warm to your camp site)

Book through Hip Camp:

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Farm Life

Our Best Walnut Recipes

Walnuts offer a multitude of health benefits - in fact, by eating only seven whole walnuts a day you may begin to reap the rewards. Whether grabbing hand full of raw nuts, or roasting them for a savory salad - here are some of the many ways to add walnuts to your life.

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Farm Stories

This is a place for musings, memories, and other ramblings.

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Special Events

We have hosted several Special Events here in the Grove. Perfect for smaller gatherings: we have everything you need for 50 or less including tables, chairs, linens, tableware, serving supplies, and decor. Contact us for more information.