The Back Ranch at Circle K spans 349 acres of classic Happy Canyon topography -- rolling pastures, ridgeline trails, fenced corrals, and elevated privacy with panoramic views of the valley. This section of the ranch has historically served as the agricultural and livestock heart of the property, housing the ranch manager, equestrian and livestock infrastructure. Centered around an iconic 4-bedroom ranch house, it offers 360-degree views of Happy Canyon and large pastures. Supporting structures include a duplex, horse barn, fuel depot, and a large equipment barn, providing the backbone for agricultural, equestrian, or operational use. All three parcels of the Back Ranch qualify independently under the Santa Barbara Ag Enterprise Ordinance (AEO), enabling future flexibility for farmstays, camping, or food-service uses. A true Californian ranch canvas, the Back Ranch combines beauty, history, and functional scale for those seeking land, legacy, and freedom. Also available: The Front Ranch (1750 Rambling Oaks, Santa Ynez CA - 204 acres) at 14,950,000 and the full Circle K Ranch (7351 Happy Canyon Rd, Santa Ynez - 554 acres) at 24,750,000.
Single-familyProperty Type
349.83 acresLot Size
5 car garageParking
Listed by Kerry Mormann•DRE #00598625• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Propert
Directions: From Los Angeles, take the 101 N to the 154 W/San Marcos Pass Road. Continue for 22 miles. Turn right on Armour Ranch Road. Turn right on Forest Rte 7N07/Happy Canyon Road. Continue for 4.5 miles. Turn left on Rambling Oaks. Entrance gate is over the bridge, on the right side.
Cross Streets: Happy Canyon Road
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County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 141-020-025
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 27, 2025
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Disclosures: Property Report, Historical
Listing Information
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Sale and tax history for 1959 Rambling Oaks Rd
Sale History
Tax History
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Event
Price
SBMLS #25-3951
Sep 9, 2026
Listing Removed
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Aug 19, 2026
Price Changed
$7,500,000
Oct 27, 2025
Listed
$9,950,000
NSBCRMLS #25002144
Sep 9, 2026
Listing Removed
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Aug 19, 2026
Price Changed
$7,500,000
Oct 9, 2025
Listed
$9,950,000
TheMLS #25604563
Sep 26, 2024
Listed
$9,950,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Last updated by owner on Oct 27, 2025.
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
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 98° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Ynez, CA • 93460
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84/ 100
Very good sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1959 Rambling Oaks Rd
$8,904,642
$1.0M under list price of $9.95M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $2.0M to $13.0M.