Kristina Novak presents

Stunning 20 Acre Ranch Estate located in Santa Barbara County's beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. This property is part of the Williamson act adding the great potential for substantial tax savings. The property features extensive equestrian facilities including a grand show barn with 15 stalls with offices upstairs, a second barn with 11 stalls, a large arena, multiple grass irrigated pastures, and many paddocks with shelters. The 3400 +-sq ft 3 bed 3.5 bath main house has been beautifully remodeled and features a gourmet kitchen. Step out back to an oasis with vast lawns, Mature oaks, stunning mountain views, shimmering pool with adjacent pool house, rose gardens, and a private well. In addition, a beautifully renovated guest house, a wonderful 2 bed 1 bath farmhouse, and an attached apartment.

Address: 2000 Edison St, Santa Ynez, CA 93460

Price: Available Upon Request

Photo credit: Eric Foote

For more information, please contact Kristina Novak at 818-917-5540 or kristinanovak.realestate@gmail.com

Kristina Novak is the exclusive agent representing the Santa Ynez Valley, CA real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Patty Murphy presents

Contemporary hacienda with old-world detail. Crafted by Elliot and Pohls, this beautifully constructed residence occupies one of the most spectacular sites in the Santa Ynez valley. La Cordoniz offers the kind of inspiring environment that is so hard to find and feels like one accidentally discovered a secret garden at the end of a quiet drive.

The hacienda design by architects Ketzel and Goodman has their signature attention to detail with an old-world courtyard, architectural beams and skylights, cathedral ceilings, and 12 inch thick walls. Textural materials are used throughout the house with Cherokee stone and wide plank hardwood floors. A chef's kitchen features elegant cherry wood cabinetry and a spacious granite-topped center island for meal preparation or buffet-style entertaining.

The high-end fixtures and appliances are augmented by a professional quality wine room. The bedrooms are situated in two wings to enhance the sense of personal space and a guest suite with a kitchenette is ideally located with privacy and has access to the lawn and gardens. All bedrooms have luxurious baths en-suite.

The main living areas open to the pool and patio to emphasize indoor/outdoor living. A custom outdoor kitchen, just off of the main kitchen, has a bucolic view of vineyards and coastal mountains beyond with a covered patio perfect for dining al fresco in the temperate climate of the Santa Ynez valley.

A quick walkthrough of mature gardens reveals a renovated barn with sunlit suites for guests and overlooks a lovely pond surrounded by a boutique Sangiovese vineyard. A perfect place for a cup of coffee or a glass of wine with friends. This 5 acre gated estate offers character and quality, found in the highly desirable Meadowlark Ranch, only 5 minutes from Santa Ynez fine dining and the best wine tastings rooms, and just 30 minutes to Santa Barbara.

With over $100,000,000 in closed sales in 2020, Patty Murphy was ranked in the top 25 of all agents and teams nationwide across all of Sotheby’s International Realty. With over 35 years of experience in selling Santa Ynez real estate,  she has a proven record of selling many of the most prestigious properties on the Central Coast of California including the sale of the 3,300-acre Bar Go Ranch and the Murphy-Goode wine business.

Visit her website to view all of Patty’s current properties for sale.

Address: 4066 Paseo Poco, Santa Ynez, CA 93460

Price: $4,995,000

Photo Credit: Thomas Ploch Photography

For more information, please contact Patty Murphy at 805-680-8571 or patty@pattymurphy.com

Patty Murphy is the exclusive agent representing the Santa Ynez Valley, CA real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Patty Murphy presents

Experience the effortlessly casual but elegant residence of one of our current taste-makers! This completely renovated home showcases the understated style of Pacific Natural and a laid-back luxury lifestyle.

With wide-planked wood floors and 20' ceilings, this upscale modern farmhouse with ''of the moment'' appointments and design takes luxe living in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley to an entirely new level. Floor to ceiling windows capture stunning views of the San Rafael Wilderness and lush mature gardens that embrace a +/-100 foot lap pool and new tennis court. Outdoor living is an essential part of the experience from the wrap around deck and the serene setting with room for a large harvest table to enjoy fresh air dining and relaxing.

The beautifully crafted interior features high-end finishes including a Plain English Kitchen with Carrera marble, Miele appliances, and Waterworks fixtures plus Farrow and Ball paint throughout. The open floor plan is bathed in natural light, and the chef's kitchen flows to living and dining areas perfect for bringing friends and family together. The main residence offers 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths plus a separate guest suite with its own kitchenette and full bath situated privately from the primary living area.

The country estate is complimented by a charming 'tree house' guest suite nestled into an oak woodland savanna near the new tennis court. The equine improvements include a warm-up arena, tack and hay barn, shelters and a large custom barn with box stalls and room for storing an RV or boat.

Take advantage of miles of riding trails accessed from your front door in the prestigious Woodstock Ranch and environs. This estate has high entertainment value with its pool, tennis court and ability to ride out from the property. This 17 acre retreat is an easydrive from beautiful Santa Barbara and minutes to Los Olivos with fine dining and world class vineyards.

Address: 4251 Long Valley Road, Santa Ynez, CA 93460

Price: $4,995,000

Photo Credit: Thomas Ploch Photography

For more information, please contact Patty Murphy at 805-680-8571 or patty@pattymurphy.com

Patty Murphy is the exclusive agent representing the Santa Ynez Valley, CA real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Patty Murphy presents

Santa Ynez is known for some of the best wineries in California, but is also at the center of fine dining. The unique food fusion has foodies and locals flocking and returning to their favorite Santa Ynez restaurants and Santa Ynez coffee shops. In addition to amazing food, wine, and Santa Ynez shopping, it is also home to some of the best golf courses in California. With the abundant Santa Ynez hiking trails, there really is something for everyone — locals and visitors alike. As one of the best realtors in Santa Ynez, Patty Murphy is proud to present one of her latest listings in a prime Santa Ynez location.

This rebuilt Woodstock estate with guest house, shop and pool has stunning views you can enjoy from almost any room. Massive ceilings and windows take full advantage of mountain views in all directions. Completed in 2020, this over 3,400 sq.ft. residence features an open floor plan with a beautiful chef's kitchen, wood floors, and a gorgeous stacked stone fireplace. The media room ads an element of coziness to the spacious feel of the main living areas. The first floor primary bedroom has a luxurious en-suite bath. Second story bedrooms and bath have generous spaces and beautiful mountain views from intimate balconies.

The retro pool has been resurfaced and is surrounded by large decks and privacy walls. In addition, the estate offers a guest house with 2 bed/1 bath plus living and kitchen with a new balcony overlooking grass mountain and the Los Padres National Forest. There is a workshop with a w.c. as well as a converted barn with plumbing and electricity. The property historically farmed oranges and lemons in its highly desirable microclimate and many trees are still producing fruit. Located in the prized Woodstock Ranch with private water wells, miles of walking and riding trails and a serene environment, this is another 'must see' property designed and built by a couple who live and love the valley.

Address: 3671 Live Oak Road, Santa Ynez, CA 93460

Price: $3,950,000

Photo Credit: Thomas Ploch Photography

For more information, please contact Patty Murphy at 805-680-8571 or patty@pattymurphy.com

Patty Murphy is the exclusive agent representing the Santa Ynez Valley, CA real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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They were hosted by Haute Living's Erik Haase. Watch the full webinar below.

Highlight quotes:

Dennis Hanlon: "I don't see any slowdown in business. People are still coming out and are still looking. Inventory is just so tight. If we take 40 listings this week across the board, we will put 80 properties under contract, so that's unsustainable. It's been like that since last July. We had record sales last year, record low inventory this year. We are down 1,000 listings when typically we would have around 2,000 at any given time. We have more people looking to buy than properties to sell.  One of the most fun things to do if you look at ski-in and ski-out homes, we put on our skis and tour homes... We have seen ups and downs. Every time it goes down, it doesn't go as down as the previous time, and when it goes up, it goes higher than the previous time.

Patty Murphy: "Santa Ynez is an extraordinarily beautiful area; clean air and not congested. We are a half hour from Santa Barbara which is one of the most beautiful small city experiences you're going to find anywhere. We are a couple of hours from Los Angeles and get a lot of people that have discovered our wine region. They're not driving up to Napa anymore. They started coming from LA and falling in love with our area. We also had a lot of people who had small second homes in the area, and when Covid hit, they decided to shelter here, and then called me asking for a bigger ranch [to purchase]... We have beautiful golf courses and are close to the ocean and mountains. It's a great area for families. We shelter in beauty.

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Dennis Hanlon, Patty Murphy

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The couple originally bought their new home last fall after their engagement but have spent the past few months moving into the new address. The six-bedroom, 12-bathroom estate spans 7,167 square feet and sits on 9 acres of land and spans four parcels. Santa Barbara architects, Edwards and Plunkett, designed and built the home in 1934. It was then later renovated by Lutah Maria Riggs, the first woman to be named a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects.

Although Perry and Bloom have added a few renovations to the estate, most of its original aesthetic still remains. The Mediterranean-style home stands three stories tall, featuring a grand rotunda entryway. The main level including a living room, formal dining room, open kitchen and breakfast room, as well as an outdoor dining space.

Upstairs holds the main suite, which occupies more than half of the upper level. Some of the amenities included are the wood-burning fireplace, two bathrooms, a large custom-fitted dressing room, a separate walk-in closet, and a private patio which overlooks the rest of the property and the Pacific Ocean. The private office and conference room are located on the lower level.

The home also holds a guesthouse, a detached four-car garage, a pool house with two additional bedrooms, and a full-size tennis court.

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Patty Murphy presents

Only a few minutes away from the best Los Olivos wineries, Santa Ynez restaurants and more, the casual elegance of this approx. 20-acre contemporary Mediterranean-style estate has a feel that has a timeless appeal for all tastes.

Designed with an attention to quality and detail, and impeccably maintained, Casa Agave has that je ne sais quoi. From the entry foyer, a sweeping view of the San Rafael Mountain range frames the kitchen and great room as well as all bedrooms. In keeping with great room entertaining, all rooms have spacious and luxurious interiors. Steel framed architectural doors lead to private patios and colorful intimate gardens with inspiring mountain views. The attractive interior appointments invite one to curl up and read with a great book or just relax with family and friends. Walls of glass and natural lighting accent the sophisticated enhancements of every space.

The exceptional kitchen features subtle and refined design elements with high quality appliances and a functional layout for a chef’s kitchen. The living areas feature lovely wood flooring and cathedral ceilings. The spacious primary bedroom features its own fireplace and private patio, … ceilings and a large en-suite bath with dual dressing rooms. The charming guest house/art studio is framed by lush gardens and ancient oaks. Created as an artist studio in the vein of a New York loft, this intimate space features north facing windows for the artist, office and exercise room with views through an oak savannah to the mountains beyond. The attached guest suite is lovely with a large bedroom and en-suite bath plus a living room and kitchenette that feels much larger than expected.

The beautiful estate, in the highly desirable Woodstock Ranch, is only minutes from Los Olivos and exudes peace and serenity. This is a must-see property for all discriminating buyers.

Patty Murphy was the top selling agent in Santa Ynez, CA with over $100,000,000 in closed sales 2020. To view more Santa Ynez Valley real estate, visit Patty’s website at www.pattymurphy.com.

Or view all of her exclusive homes for sales in Santa Ynez.

Address: 3451 Woodstock Road, Santa Ynez, CA 93460

Price: $3,495,000

For more information, please contact Patty Murphy at 805-680-8571 or patty@pattymurphy.com

Patty Murphy is the exclusive agent representing the Santa Ynez Valley, CA real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

Photo Credit: Thomas Ploch Photography

Photo Credit: Thomas Ploch Photography

Photo Credit: Thomas Ploch Photography

Photo Credit: Thomas Ploch Photography

Photo Credit: Thomas Ploch Photography

Photo Credit: Thomas Ploch Photography

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"The better question to ask may be why wouldn’t you?. In today’s ever more complex sale process, the correct advice from a trusted real estate agent is now even more valuable than going it alone." - Cristal Clarke, Montecito, CA.

"A homeowner who decides to sell without the assistance of a professional realtor takes on a great deal of liability. The risk outweighs the benefit." - Tim Fenton, Costa Rica.

"As part of our licensing process, we have a duty to stay up with and ahead of all of the new legislation that is passed every year. It’s imperative for a seller to be aware of what they’re liable for in a sale, and realtors are a key component to making that process seamless." - David Gemme, Tahoe City, CA.

"The reason to list with an agent is to achieve the goal of maximizing property exposure through many different avenues not available to the homeowner that will ultimately get the highest possible sales price." - Debra Johnston, Atlanta, GA.

"As they say in the legal world, ''only a fool represents themselves'... Plus a good agent can more than make the commission up in proper marketing and proper negotiating through the sale process and protect the seller with disclosures...  It is always wise to have a good agent.  They do much more than just ''sell' a property!" - Carey Kendall, Santa Ynez Valley, CA.

"In the process of selling a home, resourcing to a real estate expert is the smart thing to do. We have the tools and experience to price and market properties accordingly. We also possess a strong network of brokers and buyers, which often shortens the sales cycle. And time is money!" - Claudia Llanes, Edgewater, FL.

"Many people see the agent as an unnecessary expense, especially in a strong sellers’ market.   The reality is a great agent not only knows how to best price and position a home in the market so it brings the most money, he or she will also negotiate repairs, manage the transaction from start to close, and help keep the seller out of legal trouble by properly advising them on necessary disclosures." - Barbara Van Dyke, Austin, TX.

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Carey Kendall presents

Fly in and out of your private sanctuary from the lighted Helipad perched atop 22+/- private acres in the Santa Ynez Valley. Panoramic views of the Sedgwick Preserve and the Los Padres National Forest from every angle of this impeccably designed modern-style retreat. Immediately upon entering, the quality and craftsmanship of this contemporary house is evident. The open floorplan and floor to ceiling windows accentuate the uninterrupted views as you walk throughout the 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathhouse. The spacious kitchen has custom cabinetry, Neolith counters, Wolf gas cooktop, SubZero drawer refrigeration and refrigerator, Miele double ovens and wine cooler, and a walk-in pantry to keep everything tidy and out of sight. Off the kitchen is a spectacular laundry room with dog shower, storage, and even an electric dumbwaiter down to the garage for easy grocery unloading. The master bedroom features two full walls of windows with motorized shades and a closet fit for a retail storefront. The master bathroom has a steam shower, heated floors, a custom bathtub, and a European style dry sauna with Himalayan Pink Salt wall. Wake up to views that feel as if you can reach out and touch Grass Mountain. As the highest point in Woodstock Ranch, you almost can. Two additional bedrooms as well as a full bath and powder room complete the living arrangement. Brick patios lead out to the low maintenance yard and automated awnings provide shade and weather protection. Custom walkway leads down to a charming airstream used for guests. Other incredible features include; automated sun and blackout shades, security camera system, Solar panels, 3 tesla storage batteries, a tesla car charger in the garage. The property has almost 1 mile of custom 6’ high metal pipe and wire perimeter fencing as well as a custom-made cow-friendly cattle guard.

12 months of idyllic weather while feeling as if you are in Wyoming or Montana yet only 2 hours from Los Angeles, 4 hours from the Bay Area, and only a 45-minute drive to Santa Barbara. A magical escape from city living where you can fly in and out at a moment’s notice.

Address: 4465 White Pine Lane, Santa Ynez, CA 93460

Price: $4,950,000

For more information please contact Carey Kendall at (805) 688-1620 or carey@clkre.com

Carey Kendall is the exclusive agent representing the Santa Ynez Valley, CA real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

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Photo Credit: Atlas Imagery- Zach Brown

Photo Credit: Atlas Imagery- Zach Brown

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100-acre luxury ranch retreat set along the Santa Ynez River.

Peaceful, Serene, and Private.  A special property providing refuge from crowded cities and over-scheduled lives.

Rancho Rio Robles is a 103-acre luxury ranch located along a meandering river in California’s beautiful Santa Ynez Valley, home to internationally acclaimed wineries, vineyards, and equestrian ranches. The 16-room, 6 bath main residence is large enough to contain all the amenities you expect from a luxury property but lives cozy, with sun-filled rooms and extensive verandas, surrounded by colorful gardens, mature landscaping, and stunning panoramas of the surrounding mountains and hills. It is truly one of the most beautiful settings in California.

 The Ranch property offers great utility with its flat and highly useable acreage and outstanding water resources. While providing great privacy and serenity - a true retreat, Rancho Rio Robles is only minutes to the Valley’s shopping, fine dining, and first-class medical facilities, a commuter’s distance to Santa Barbara, and two-hour drive to Los Angeles.

The 8,000+ square foot main residence was designed by well-known Santa Barbara architect Tom Meany, who, with the owners, created a spectacular “Farmhouse”.  The design is a sophisticated interpretation of the Australian Queenslander style, embodying elements of American Craftsman and Sea Island Plantation, which together proffer a perfect blend of country and sophistication, luxury amenities, and modern technology. The residence features four bedrooms, three of which are ensuite, and gracious living areas which include a great room, country kitchen and morning room, formal dining room, library, a luxurious 12 seat theater, 1,000 bottle wine cellar, craft room, extensive covered verandas, two private offices, two laundry rooms, and a three-car garage. 

The ranch’s other facilities include a 3,500 square foot additional residence, a ranch manager’s house, shop, barn, a boutique vineyard, and almost 65 acres of green fields of orchard grass and oats, and two fenced and irrigated horse pastures with turnout facilities. Water is supplied by three highly productive wells, with the agricultural well producing over 1,000 gallons of water per minute, sufficient for almost any endeavor.

Rancho Rio Robles offers an extraordinary refuge from the crowds and the hustle and bustle. It is a unique property combining privacy, charm, brilliant design, skilled craftsmanship, luxury, all amid truly beautiful surroundings.

Address: Rancho Rio Robles, 4500 Via Rancheros, Santa Ynez, CA 93460

Price: $9,900,000

For more information please contact Carey Kendall at (805) 688-1620 or carey@clkre.com

Carey Kendall is the exclusive agent representing the Santa Ynez Valley, CA real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

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