$6,495,000

Happy Canyon

La Bella Vista
1920 Westerly Road
Santa Ynez, CA 93460

The Area:

The Santa Ynez Valley is a rural upscale community just a short drive from Santa Barbara, California, composed of world class vineyards, estates, horse farms, and cattle ranches.  It is the second largest wine growing region in California.  Local residents include many entertainment notables and senior executives who are members of all types of industry and commerce.  The area abounds with fabulous cycling roads, hiking trails, restaurants and a quality lifestyle rarely found today.

The Estate:

La Bella Vista is one of the foremost luxury properties in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley's Happy Canyon AVA.  The 9,837± square foot main home resides magnificently at the end of a long, private drive with impressive views of the surrounding vineyards and orchards; reminiscent of the Tuscan countryside.  The 101 acre double gated estate provides extreme privacy for the most high profile client who will certainly appreciate the mile long driveway that winds past the meticulous grounds, which includes a ¼ mile meandering stone stream and a mature grove of Olive Trees. 

The one-of-a-kind 9,837± sf main home is comprised of 5+ bedrooms, library, 2 offices and 9 ½ bathrooms.  Immaculate and spacious living and family areas are perfect for large groups of friends or intimate family affairs.  Formal rooms and casual spaces; a library, office, gym and wine room, all combine for the perfect balance of Valley living.  Beautifully open kitchen with custom cabinetry and a full collection of appliances for the most discerning chef.   The home features hexagonal Saltillo tile floors, vaulted wood beamed ceilings, custom cabinetry, a 6 car 1,500± sf garage, and stonework that has been hand forged from the property’s own land.  The stone stream, landscape design, and 4 custom fireplaces were all constructed out of handpicked stones from the land. 

The Property boasts numerous amenities including a salt water pool & spa, and a recently resurfaced full-size tennis court set on the scenic hilltop.  There is an 8 stall barn and a Manager’s/guest quarters with beautiful vaulted ceilings, 2 bedrooms, and a new bathroom.  Additionally, there is approximately 10-12 acres of fenced and irrigated pastures all of which is surrounded by acreage well suited for vineyards, orchards, or additional equine pursuits.

Of exceptional note is the grove of 3,000± Italian Olive Trees which were planted 15 years ago and produces approximately 38 tons of fruit.  The property has ample water with a 30,000 gallon cistern.

While supremely private, the ranch is convenient to shopping, dining, general services and a myriad of other amenities in the Santa Ynez Valley.  Gated, private, and serene, this estate exemplifies the Santa Ynez lifestyle that is so desired.