3280 Via Rancheros Road, Santa Ynez, CA 93460

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3280 Via Rancheros Road,Santa Ynez, CA 93460
$12,500,000
  • 6 Beds
  • 10 Baths
  • 7,499 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: carey kendall
Office: village properties
MLS#:25-3899
Source:SBAOR

Price summary

  • Price:$12,500,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,666.89

About this home

Rare and fortunate opportunity to purchase one of the most historic homes in the Santa Ynez Valley. Perched high in a grove of 100-year-old Redwoods, ''Palacio del Rio'', formerly the Hacienda for the renowned Juan y Lolita Rancho, is set on approximately 36.6+/- acres and is steeped in Valley history. A recent restoration project over the past 2 years has brought this spectacular estate back to the height of its glory. Designed by Joseph Plunkett and built between 1929-1938, the gracious Hacienda offers a dramatic setting of unparalleled Valley views and beautiful mature landscape with a pool and tennis court. Previously owned by Jimmy Stewart and Dean Martin, the main residence has 6 bedrooms and 6 1/2 bathrooms, plus extensive grand guest quarters across the magnificent courtyard with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Additionally, there is a separate 2-bedroom second residence, caretaker's quarters, wine cellar, and 6 car garage. On the lower portion of the property are fenced pastures,

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Home facts

  • Year built:1929
  • Listing ID #:25-3899
  • Added:15 day(s) ago
  • Updated:October 21, 2025 at 11:55 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:6
  • Total bathrooms:10
  • Full bathrooms:6
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Living area:7,499 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Heating

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Tile
  • Year built:1929
  • Building area:7,499 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:36.64 Acres

Schools

  • High school:Other
  • Middle school:Other
  • Elementary school:Other

Utilities

  • Water:Private

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$12,500,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,666.89
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