Santa Ynez

Only about two hours north along the Pacific Coast from the Los Angeles area, Santa Ynez is a spectacularly beautiful valley inland from the city of Santa Barbara.  In the Valley the summer heat is tempered by afternoon breezes that cool the evenings and early mornings.  Most often, in winter the crisp mornings warm to crystal clear blue skies.  Winter rains, which average about 16 inches a year, turn the Valley verdant green and Spring brings seas of blue lupine and bright orange poppies.

This property is located in Woodstock Ranch in the northern foothills of the Valley; an area known for miles of equestrian trials, private roads, scenic rolling hills and oak trees.  The ranch’s terrain is a blend of oak woodlands, a secluded valley and hilltops with dramatic views of the Valley and surrounding mountain ranges.  From the gated entry the roadway gently drops into an oak tree forest passing the barns, white three-rail fenced pastures and on to the main residence tucked into a sheltered spot toward the upper end of the valley.

The home features pastoral views overlooking the gardens, horse pastures and out to the Santa Ynez Mountain Range in addition to its premium location of privacy and seclusion.  Extensive patios and decks, a peaceful reflecting pool, a small vineyard and a pool surround the two story home.  French doors lead out to the decks and patios.  The great room has vaulted ceilings, a river rock fireplace, spacious living and dining areas and a gallery that extends across one side of the room that opens to a covered porch.  The large galley-style kitchen features stainless steel appliances including a Jenn-Air range and Subzero refrigerator/freezer, hard oak floors, cherry wood cabinets and granite counter tops.  The bright and sunny breakfast room has decorator tile floors and French doors to a deck overlooking the pool.  The master bedroom has a comfortable sitting area and bath. The two additional bedrooms each have their own bathrooms.  In addition, there is a family room with a fireplace and French doors, an office and a laundry room.  The two-car garage is attached to the house by a breezeway.

There are extensive horse facilities including a main barn with a large caretaker’s quarters, hay/feed and equipment storage accessed by two oversized automatic roll up doors, tack room and 4 stalls with automatic waterers.  In addition there are fenced pastures with two 2-stall barns/shelters with feed storage and a 150’+ x 90’+ arena.

This beautifully appointed property is a rare opportunity to enjoy the true country lifestyle and yet be within close reach of all the cosmopolitan amenities that the Santa Ynez Valley has to offer.