Experience the rolling hills and majestic oaks of the Santa Ynez Valley while being within minutes of the market and the fine dining that the Valley offers. This 5 bedroom, 4 bath home with pool in the center of the Valley is on 19+/- acres. Once owned by the legendary cowboy, Dutch Wilson, the residence is restored in a classic country style. In keeping with this heritage, there is a barn with a guest quarters, a 1920s hay barn, a vintage equipment barn, a windmill, chicken coop, irrigated horse pastures and white fenced pastures. Olive trees line the front of the property. A gated entrance passes through the working area of the ranch that includes two manufactured homes ideal for guests and/or for help. Live a country life in privacy and security while being close to town.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
19.6 acresLot Size
$1,553Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by • Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Ted Simmons•DRE #01899664• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Experience the rolling hills and majestic oaks of the Santa Ynez Valley while being within minutes of the market and the fine dining that the Valley offers. This 5 bedroom, 4 bath home with pool in the center of the Valley is on 19+/- acres. Once owned by the legendary cowboy, Dutch Wilson, the residence is restored in a classic country style. In keeping with this heritage, there is a barn with a guest quarters, a 1920s hay barn, a vintage equipment barn, a windmill, chicken coop, irrigated horse pastures and white fenced pastures. Olive trees line the front of the property. A gated entrance passes through the working area of the ranch that includes two manufactured homes ideal for guests and/or for help. Live a country life in privacy and security while being close to town. COVID: CAR Mandatory Gov't Showing Requirements & Best Practices (BPPP) must be adhered to. Prior to showing, the listing agent must receive the CAR PEAD-V form signed by all visitors. Form is attached as a document to this MLS listing. Masks required.
NSBCRMLS #1059825
Apr 11, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 30, 2015
Listed
$3,495,000
$1,027/sq ft
SBMLS #15-3297
Sep 10, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Sep 30, 2015
Listed
$3,495,000
$1,027/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #155378
May 20, 2011
Sold
$1,300,000
$382/sq ft
Jun 1, 2009
Listed
$1,499,000
$441/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #155398
May 20, 2011
Sold
$1,300,000
$382/sq ft
Jun 1, 2009
Listed
$1,499,000
$441/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,952 (+1.9%)
$1,876,936 + $2,456,578
$4,333,514
2024
$45,113 (+1.7%)
$1,840,134 + $2,408,410
$4,248,544
2023
$44,344 (+152.6%)
$1,804,053 + $2,361,187
$4,165,240
2017
$17,556 (+11.9%)
$1,225,334 + $347,944
$1,573,278
2014
$15,684 (+326.3%)
$1,160,086 + $329,418
$1,489,504
2009
$3,679
$157,073 + $182,924
$339,997
Tax history for 1599 N Refugio Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,952 (+1.9%)
$1,876,936 + $2,456,578
$4,333,514
2024
$45,113 (+1.7%)
$1,840,134 + $2,408,410
$4,248,544
2023
$44,344 (+152.6%)
$1,804,053 + $2,361,187
$4,165,240
2017
$17,556 (+11.9%)
$1,225,334 + $347,944
$1,573,278
2014
$15,684 (+326.3%)
$1,160,086 + $329,418
$1,489,504
2009
$3,679
$157,073 + $182,924
$339,997
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
19.6 Acres
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
3,542
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
141111072
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
AG-I-5
Agricultural I Zone
The AG-I zone is applied to areas appropriate for agricultural use within Urban, Inner Rural, and Existing Developed Rural Neighborhood areas, as designated on the Comprehensive Plan maps. The intent is to provide standards that will support agriculture as a viable land use and encourage maximum agricultural productivity.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gar #1
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Common Area
Fireplace Features: LR
Appliances: Gas Range, Dishwasher
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Pool, Patio Open, Horse Facility, Lawn, Yard Irrigation PRT, Fenced: ALL, Permeable Driveway
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Roof: Composition, Metal
Property Information
Architectural Style: Ranch
# Of Buildings: 4
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Other, Barn(s), Stable(s), Paddock
Property Condition: Good
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rolling Slope
Zoning: Other
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Available: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Utilities Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Septic In, Other
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
Location Information
Cross Street: Via La Selva
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,542
Stories: —
Lot Size: 19.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 141111072
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
College Elementary School
Public K • Assigned • 1.0mi
Santa Ynez Elementary School
Public 1-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
Santa Ynez Valley Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
8 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Ynez, CA • 93460
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
June and 5.5 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$5.02M – $6.08M
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