Situated in the prestigious Meadowlark Ranch and the Los Olivos AVA is one of the Valley's finest 5 acre estates. This stunning, Tuscan inspired vineyard estate is accessed by a single private road that winds past vineyards, grazing land, and the panorama of the SY Mountains.The warm & inviting home has 4 bdr 4 bths, an open floor plan, soaring ceilings, and views from every room. The eclectic, warm & comfortable interior style is combined with extensive outdoor living, a pool, spa, and bocce court.The private 2 bdr, 2 bath 2nd residence has its own vineyard and mountain views.All of this and only 30 minutes from Santa Barbara.The property is part of the prestigious Meadowlark Ranch with water service provided by private low cost wells.The boutique vineyard is producing its second vintage!
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
5.26 acresLot Size
$1,329Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Carey Kendall, Broker Associate Kendall•DRE #00753349• Village Properties
Bought with Allan Jones•DRE #00984793• Santa Ynez Valley Real Estate
Situated in the prestigious Meadowlark Ranch and the Los Olivos AVA is one of the Valley's finest 5 acre estates. This stunning, Tuscan inspired vineyard estate is accessed by a single private road that winds past vineyards, grazing land, and the panorama of the SY Mountains.The warm & inviting home has 4 bdr 4 bths, an open floor plan, soaring ceilings, and views from every room. The eclectic, warm & comfortable interior style is combined with extensive outdoor living, a pool, spa, and bocce court. The private 2 bdr, 2 bath 2nd residence has its own vineyard and mountain views. All of this and only 30 minutes from Santa Barbara. The property is part of the prestigious Meadowlark Ranch with water service provided by private low cost wells. The boutique vineyard is producing its second vin age!
SBMLS #17-927
Sep 13, 2017
Sold
$3,965,000
$863/sq ft
Aug 7, 2017
Contingent
—
Mar 22, 2017
Listed
$4,495,000
$978/sq ft
SBMLS #11-3198
Jul 6, 2012
Sold
$2,675,000
$582/sq ft
Sep 15, 2011
Listed
$2,995,000
$652/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #180186
Jul 6, 2012
Sold
$2,675,000
$582/sq ft
Sep 14, 2011
Listed
$2,995,000
$652/sq ft
+13
Inspired by architecture from southern European country homes and set amongst vineyards, the sellers built a fabulous 5000 square foot +/- home on 5 view acres in the Meadowlark Ranch area of Santa Ynez Valley. There incomparable views from each room. 4 bedroom / 4.5 bathrooms. Open floor plan with extraordinary architectural details throughout. There is a 2 bedroom 2 bath separate 2nd residence with its own entry and garage, also offering fabulous views and privacy.
SBMLS #01-2972
Jan 2, 2002
Sold
$1,050,000
$229/sq ft
Oct 1, 2001
Listed
$1,150,000
$250/sq ft
Oct 1, 2001
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Sep 21, 2000
Sold
$730,000
$159/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,231 (+2.0%)
$1,160,583 + $3,128,936
$4,289,519
2024
$44,340 (+1.8%)
$1,137,827 + $3,067,585
$4,205,412
2023
$43,569 (+1.8%)
$1,115,517 + $3,007,437
$4,122,954
2022
$42,814 (+1.7%)
$1,093,645 + $2,948,468
$4,042,113
2021
$42,083 (+1.4%)
$1,072,201 + $2,890,655
$3,962,856
2020
$41,513 (+2.1%)
$1,051,178 + $2,833,976
$3,885,154
2019
$40,641 (+1.8%)
$1,040,400 + $2,804,918
$3,845,318
2018
$39,931 (+26.0%)
$1,000,000 + $2,696,000
$3,696,000
2017
$31,679 (+3.5%)
$1,061,039 + $1,855,403
$2,916,442
2016
$30,606
$1,061,039 + $1,855,403
$2,916,442
Tax history for 485 Meadowlark Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,231 (+2.0%)
$1,160,583 + $3,128,936
$4,289,519
2024
$44,340 (+1.8%)
$1,137,827 + $3,067,585
$4,205,412
2023
$43,569 (+1.8%)
$1,115,517 + $3,007,437
$4,122,954
2022
$42,814 (+1.7%)
$1,093,645 + $2,948,468
$4,042,113
2021
$42,083 (+1.4%)
$1,072,201 + $2,890,655
$3,962,856
2020
$41,513 (+2.1%)
$1,051,178 + $2,833,976
$3,885,154
2019
$40,641 (+1.8%)
$1,040,400 + $2,804,918
$3,845,318
2018
$39,931 (+26.0%)
$1,000,000 + $2,696,000
$3,696,000
2017
$31,679 (+3.5%)
$1,061,039 + $1,855,403
$2,916,442
2016
$30,606
$1,061,039 + $1,855,403
$2,916,442
*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
3
Baths
5
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5.26 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
4,595
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
141300025
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 #3
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Dining Information
Dining Area
Breakfast Area
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Features: Family Room, 2, LR
Fireplace: Yes
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features: Pool, Patio Open, SPA-Outside, Lawn
Construction Materials: Stucco
Roof: Other
Property Information
Architectural Style: Medit, Estate
# Of Buildings: 1
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Second Residence
Property Condition: Excellent
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting, Panoramic
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: Other
Utilities
Utilities Information
Water Source: Pvt Wtr Sys
Sewer: Septic In
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
Location Information
Cross Street: Edgehill
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,595
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 141300025
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
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Schools
Santa Ynez Elementary School
Public 1-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
Santa Ynez Valley Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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6 days above 94° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$5.80M – $7.03M
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