The town of Santa Ynez is one of the communities of the Santa Ynez Valley. It features the Santa Ynez Airport for general aviation, with a paved 2,804 by 75 feet (855 m × 23 m) runway. The population was 4,505 at the 2020 census, up from 4,418 at the 2010 census. Santa Ynez is the archaic spelling of Santa Inés in the Spanish, meaning Saint Agnes.

Tommy Town Thoroughbreds is continuing to pursue their goal of becoming one of California’s premier breeding farms, as well as a top training facility.

Kestrel Park is an exclusive, boutique venue that holds only a limited number of events per year at the private estate. This ensures that the grounds are always in perfect condition and that the clients are not rushed in or out.

Santa Ynez Valley Pony Club focuses on dressage, cross country jumping and stadium jumping. The club teaches each member the skills to take complete responsibility for their horse's health, training, and care. Riders are rated, based on their level of riding abilities and knowledge.