Santa Ynez

Rancho Sereno

Rancho Sereno is a unique, thoughtfully designed estate set on 5.63± immaculate acres in Rancho Estates; one of the Santa Ynez Valley’s most sought after neighborhoods known for its equestrian estates and reasonable water.  Impeccably maintained and gated, the property is private, serene and authentically designed and landscaped in a contemporary southwest vernacular.

Enter through custom half-split cedar stake gates to pristine grounds surrounding a 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath estate home.  An enclosed central courtyard leads to the 3,590 square foot main residence which boasts cathedral ceilings, 1’ Saltillo tile floors, and warm wood details throughout.

At the heart of the home is a grand Living Room with a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, wood floor, tongue and groove cathedral ceilings, and large picture windows overlooking the manicured grounds and ponds.

The open kitchen overlooks the central courtyard and features a granite countertop center island with a breakfast bar set under a large skylight allowing beautiful filtered sunlight in.  The Formal Dining room is directly off the kitchen and opens to a covered patio perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining.   

The Primary bedroom located on the north end of the house is spacious with vaulted ceilings and has a private office, veranda, and spa overlooking the serene landscape.  The primary bathroom is complete with dual sinks, private commode, tub, and dual head steam shower and there are two walk in closets.

There are 2 additional bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a laundry room/mud room on the south side of the house.  The 3 car garage has ample storage as well as a bathroom which can be accessed from the exterior of the house.

The horse facilities were also designed to follow the Western Territorial Pueblo style and include a 3 stall barn with tack room as well as 4 sand paddocks which share access to two large irrigated pastures.  Each paddock has a covered shelter and concrete pad with rubber mat footing.   

The training facilities include an 80x80 schooling arena surrounded by an 8’ wood fence perfect for privacy and focus for horses.  There is an additional 80x80 traditional arena directly adjacent.   The storage barns are currently used for hay and equipment but could easily house a car collection or work shop. 

Much of the property’s magic is attributed to the 2 ponds located at the center of the estate.  A stone waterfall connects the ponds and a central fountain provides peaceful ambiance.  These pristine ponds attract seasonal birds, geese, and ducks and a boat dock allows you to enjoy the Koi fish.  

At the north end of the property sits a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom guest house with its own entrance off of Monarch Drive. This residence is private, immaculately maintained, and dressed in the same Territorial style with Saltillo tile floors and a KIVA fireplace. 

Finding such a ‘turn-key’ estate with this special ambiance is unique and will satisfy the most discerning buyer.