$5,900,000

Santa Ynez

Long Meadow Farm

Enter through elegant iron gates and a tree-lined drive to this peaceful and serene 10 acre estate reminiscent of the South of France.  The modern, country French farmhouse was graciously designed and constructed by the present owners in 2007 with the highest of quality and attention to detail. Perfectly located, this 9,000 +/-  square foot residence, framed by the Santa Ynez Mountains, is just minutes from the heart of Santa Ynez.

This stunning estate exudes sophistication while maintaining a warm and casual atmosphere. The flowing indoor/outdoor floor plan offers the coveted California Valley lifestyle while 10-foot French doors and large windows bring the natural beauty of the pristine park-like grounds into each room. Beautiful wide, lyme-stained white oak plank floors are featured throughout the home.

14-foot ceilings showcase the dramatic oversized living room and an adjacent open-air sunroom with fireplace is an ideal informal gathering place or sleeping porch. The romantic formal dining room is perfect for a small intimate party or can accommodate up to 24. The heart of the home-- the expansive Provincial kitchen--has room for 14 to eat comfortably, a cozy fireplace, large butcher block island, honed marble counters, double oven Viking range, two side-by side Thermadore refrigerators, 3 dishwashers and adjoining butler’s, food and service pantries.

The private master bedroom wing includes an office/media room, sleeping room with sitting area, walk-in closet & dressing areas, exquisite master bathroom with steam shower and valet’s closet. A separate guest wing features two ensuite bedrooms, family room and game room. The spacious loft area above is perfect for an in-home office or a forth bedroom. It is also plumbed for an additional bathroom with room for two extra bedrooms. An attached guest studio apartment has kitchenette, bathroom, and sleep area.

The meticulously manicured grounds with stone patios, trellis areas, pool, spa and numerous dining terraces are perfectly planned for entertaining. There is covered dining for up to 200 guests, a bocce ball court, volleyball court and children’s play area.  Horse facilities include: 3 sand paddocks + 2 horse shelters, 2 large pastures, 2,500 +/- sq. ft. hay/car barn, tack room and horse wash racks. The family orchard includes 35-45 fruit trees and Spanish and Mission olive trees.  This truly special estate offers the ultimate Valley lifestyle and is also ideal for a boutique vineyard or equine pursuits.