Unique 19+ acre ocean-view ranch with permitted well, artists studios, gardens, barn, workshop and additional building sites with views. Once known as the ''hot tub property'' where classic wood hot tubs were made, it is now perfect for a weekend retreat, horse property or family homestead. Surrounded by ancient oaks, seasonal creek, wildlife and a sense of true peace, the two-story workshop/barn/office offers endless opportunities for the artisan, craftsman or hobbyist to create without restraint.
Vacant landProperty Type
19.25 acresLot Size
$76,289Price/Acres
Listed by Jody Neal•DRE #01995725• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with Jody Neal•DRE #01995725• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Unique 19+ acre ocean-view ranch with permitted well, artists studios, gardens, barn, workshop and additional building sites with views. Once known as the 'hot tub property' where classic wood hot tubs were made, it is now perfect for a weekend retreat, horse property or family homestead. Surrounded by ancient oaks, seasonal creek, wildlife and a sense of true peace, the two-story workshop/barn/office offers endless opportunities for the artisan, craftsman or hobbyist to create without restraint.
Unique 19+ acre ocean-view ranch with permitted well, artists studios, gardens, barn, workshop and additional building sites with views. Once known as the 'hot tub property' where classic wood hot tubs were made, it is now perfect for a weekend retreat, horse property or family homestead. Surrounded by ancient oaks, seasonal creek, wildlife and a sense of true peace, the two-story workshop/barn/office offers endless opportunities for the artisan, craftsman or hobbyist to create without restraint.
SBMLS #19-702
May 14, 2019
Sold
$895,000
Mar 24, 2019
Pending
—
Mar 6, 2019
Listed
$895,000
TheMLS #19-441142
May 14, 2019
Sold
$895,000
Mar 24, 2019
Contingent
—
Mar 6, 2019
Listed
$895,000
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Unique 19+ acre ocean-view ranch with permitted well, artists studios, gardens, barn, workshop and additional building sites with views. Once known as the 'hot tub property' where classic wood hot tubs were made, it is now perfect for a weekend retreat, horse property or family homestead. Surrounded by ancient oaks, seasonal creek, wildlife and a sense of true peace, the two-story workshop/barn/office offers endless opportunities for the artisan, craftsman or hobbyist to create without restraint.
NSBCRMLS #180623
Apr 7, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Oct 4, 2011
Listed
$1,000,000
SBMLS #14-3467
Jul 22, 2015
Sold
$850,000
Jun 11, 2015
Pending
—
Apr 15, 2015
Relisted
—
Apr 12, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Nov 7, 2014
Listed
$875,000
SBMLS #14-3466
Jul 22, 2015
Sold
$850,000
Jun 11, 2015
Pending
—
Apr 15, 2015
Relisted
—
Apr 12, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Nov 7, 2014
Listed
$875,000
TheMLS #11-558499
Sep 23, 2012
Delisted
—
Jan 20, 2012
Price Changed
*
Oct 5, 2011
Listed
*
SBMLS #11-3439
Oct 10, 2011
Listed
$1,000,000
SBMLS #11-3377
Oct 4, 2011
Listed
$1,000,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,731 (+2.0%)
$981,764 + $60,073
$1,041,837
2024
$10,525 (+1.9%)
$962,514 + $58,896
$1,021,410
2023
$10,332 (+5.1%)
$943,642 + $57,742
$1,001,384
2022
$9,827 (+1.1%)
$925,140 + $56,610
$981,750
2021
$9,722 (+1.2%)
$898,756 + $33,111
$931,867
2020
$9,602 (+4.3%)
$881,134 + $41,222
$922,356
2019
$9,207 (+1.9%)
$872,100 + $40,800
$912,900
2018
$9,031 (−1.2%)
$848,966 + $25,998
$874,964
2017
$9,144
$816,000 + $51,000
$867,000
Tax history for 2097 Refugio Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,731 (+2.0%)
$981,764 + $60,073
$1,041,837
2024
$10,525 (+1.9%)
$962,514 + $58,896
$1,021,410
2023
$10,332 (+5.1%)
$943,642 + $57,742
$1,001,384
2022
$9,827 (+1.1%)
$925,140 + $56,610
$981,750
2021
$9,722 (+1.2%)
$898,756 + $33,111
$931,867
2020
$9,602 (+4.3%)
$881,134 + $41,222
$922,356
2019
$9,207 (+1.9%)
$872,100 + $40,800
$912,900
2018
$9,031 (−1.2%)
$848,966 + $25,998
$874,964
2017
$9,144
$816,000 + $51,000
$867,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
19.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Other
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
081100035
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
AG-II-100
Agricultural II Zone
The AG-II zone is applied to areas appropriate for agricultural land uses on prime and non-prime agricultural lands located within the Rural Area as shown on the Comprehensive Plan maps. The intent is to preserve these lands for long-term agricultural use.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Residential/SFR
Lot Information
View: Ocean, Wooded
Lot Features: Mountain, Rural
Waterfront Features: Stream
Waterfront YN: Yes
Zoning: A-2
Utilities
Utilities Information
Water Source: Private, Pvt Wtr Sys
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
Location Information
Cross Street: Refugio / 101
Directions: 101 to Refugio Road, Address on west side of Refugio. Dirt road with gate. Shown by appointment only
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 19.25 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 081100035
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Vista de las Cruces School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 8.5mi
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Santa Ynez Valley Union High School
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0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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6 days above 81° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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$1.40M – $1.69M
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