Carpinteria

A Serene Equine Paradise ~ Surrounded by the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains and resting serenely in a pastoral plain between Carpinteria and Ojai, this beautiful 2 acre ranchette is truly a little piece of heaven. As a full-time residence or weekend getaway, it offers a tranquil retreat seemingly far removed from the workaday world, yet mere minutes from wonderful amenities such as fine and casual dining, shopping, beautiful beaches and more.

Approaching the property along a quiet, semi-private road, at first one sees the crisp, white horse rail fences of the exercise arenas. A casual motor court fronts the lovely adobe hacienda-style home, with its welcoming Saltillo tiled front portico. Stepping through the front door, one is greeted by the comfortable living room sheltered by a sandblasted wood ceiling and massive open center beam, and warmed by a fireplace with native sandstone surround and hearth. Wide plank wood floors and built-in bookcases add to the room’s convivial ambiance.

The recently remodeled kitchen features Viking appliances, stylish granite counters and a substantial center island while maintaining an open ranch house feel.

A private yet convenient sanctuary, the master bedroom opens discreetly to a rear portico and large patio with a lovely arbor and fountain. Near the master bedroom, a spiral staircase leads to the home’s second level where two additional bedrooms, a full bath with dual sinks, a study and a restful central sitting area with a Franklin stove await. A deck wrapping around three sides of the home offers panoramic views of emerald lawns and pastures, arenas and beyond to the foothills.

Across the rear lawn, a 4-stall barn provides comfortable quarters for the most discriminating equine residents. Each stall opens to its own paddock, and the central tack room with washer and dryer is adjacent to a covered bathing and grooming area. Two large exercise arenas complete the facility and embellish the ambiance of this beautiful equestrian ranchette.