A Sanctuary of Slow Living in land where old country meets modern life.


Perched in the rolling hills of "the other" California wine country - one that's famous for its ranchos, old time vaqueros and where Latin America meets Americana - Rancho Vamigas is where we learned to slow down and fall in love with the beauty and healing power of the orchard. Surrounded by olive groves, alpaca farms, rich history, and Spanish and South American vines, this is a place where we started our Señora Era.


A place for slowing down, creating beauty, and savoring life’s simple joys.

A Celebration of Heritage and Home

The Rancho Life


We rise with the sun, collect fresh eggs from our chickens and harvest fresh citrus from the orchard, with the chirp of birds and the sounds of not too far-off horses and sometimes a lonely burro. Anywhere you walk, you're hit with the scent of citrus blossoms, lavender, eucalyptus trees, juicy tomato vines, and wild herbs, a constant reminder that abundance can mean many different things. Afternoons are spent under shady olive trees, sipping local wine, enjoying local beef with a local señora's handmade tortillas. Evenings are spent around a fire with family. Land is for indulging in the kind of slow, community-focused living that was common to many of your ancestors. 

Rancho Vamigas is more campo life; it’s a remembrance of our roots, a celebration of joint heritage, and a home for those who believe that the best way to enjoy life is by emulating the simple, everyday rituals of Señoras of long ago. 

From herbs to botanicals, to superfrutas like maqui and acai, plants were always a critical part of our ancestor's lives. They have nourished and supported us from the beginning of time. But we have all mostly forgotten about this power.

From gardening, to skincare, to eating good food, we believe that braiding plants into our lives help us create a better, healthier, more balanced life and can sow a sense of peace and stillness and joy in our day-to-day that nothing else can compare to.

Meet the Founders

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Ann


Born in Viña del Mar - Chile's "Vineyard by the Sea" - Ann arrived in this country when she was a little girl. She spent years hustling in the startup world of Silicon Valley and San Francisco and did pretty well for herself - even becoming an angel investor. Then she moved out of the city to the campo and realized that, as much as she loved work, there was a lot more to life. She started de-programming herself from hustle culture, instead chasing balance (but of course she still works). 


She lives in the Vamigas Rancho with her family and her very large ranch perritos, where you'll find her probably reading Gabriel Garcia Bernal, or the autobiography of Alexander Hamilton. She's a graduate of UCLA, USC, the School of Natural Skincare, and a student at Herbal Academy. 


She is the co-author of  Radical Señora Era: Ancestral Latin American Secrets for a Happier, Healthier Life(Dafina/Kensington Books).

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Christina


Christina is a former startup backer who traded the fast-paced hustle for a life filled with beauty, creativity, and slow, intentional living. After years of chasing the next big deal, she found that true joy was in the simple moments—baking on quiet mornings, going on long hikes with her husband and daughter, and surrounding herself with things that make life feel a little more special.


She has always had an eye for design and aesthetics, finding inspiration in colorful gardens, thoughtfully curated spaces, and the little details that bring warmth and character to everyday life. Whether arranging fresh flowers, setting a beautiful table, or soaking in the golden light of the afternoon, she believes in creating a life that feels both peaceful and beautiful. These days, Christina is embracing a slower, more intentional way of living, where every moment—big or small—is worth savoring.


She is the co-author of  Radical Señora Era: Ancestral Latin American Secrets for a Happier, Healthier Life(Dafina/Kensington Books).