Solvang

World Class Vineyard Estate
Santa Ynez Valley, California

Reminiscent of vineyard estates found in the Loire Valley region of France, this magnificent French Country Chateau is set on 68 +/- acres in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley. Evoking the style, character, charm, and luxury of a 19th century French chateau the property is highlighted by incredible 360 degree views of the surrounding vineyards and distant mountains. Towers, turrets, stonework, and high windows set in dormers contribute to the authentic detail. With a total of twenty-nine rooms, the latest technologically and advanced features were incorporated throughout to ensure a home of such immense size would be comfortable and functional.

French influences abound throughout the home. The great room features distressed walnut floors and a limestone fireplace, the library has antiqued walnut doors and a walnut herringbone floor, the vineyard office has floor to ceiling distressed paneling, and the elegant dining room provides an inviting space warmed by a grand stone fireplace. The country kitchen is comfortable, bright, airy, and well equipped with a large center island, custom cabinetry, and separate dining area with fireplace, storage pantries and butler's pantry. The wine cellar takes its cue from the ancient cellars of the Chateaux of France with its terra cotta tile floor, over 500 years old and salvaged from a farm in France. Massive stone arches, vaulted ceilings, and hand hewn wrought iron light fixtures provide a rustic and intimate space for wine tasting, exquisite dinners, or intimate conversations.

The thoughtfully orchestrated floor plan was designed not only to function for grand scale entertaining but also for comfortable family living as well. The large, second level master suite incorporates a sleeping area with vineyard views, a peaceful sitting area with a cozy fireplace, and an elegant, luxurious bathroom. The master bathroom features a tub with vineyard views, shower, two commodes, sauna and the immense his / her walk-in closets. The second floor offers a library, an in-laws suite, children's playroom and an exercise room. There are three bedrooms and two guest bedroom suites on the first floor. All told one will find a total of 7 full and 2 half baths. Additionally, there is a magnificent 6-car garage accessed through a Porte-co-chère.

Equally impressive are the grounds of the 68 +/- acre estate. Liquid Amber trees line the driveway that leads through approximately 40 + acres of organically grown red varietal wine grapes. Formal rose gardens, patios, fountains, a European herb garden and sweeping lawns are meticulously manicured in the tradition of a French wine estate. A pool pavilion accommodates California-style outdoor living in a luxurious yet casual setting, while a trellised lawn amphitheater affords views of the sunken tennis court. Built to the highest quality and combining the latest technology this is a world class and extraordinary 21st Century California estate.

40 +/- Acres of Mature, Organically Grown Wine Grapes:

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