$45,000/month

Privately gated and approached by a long, winding country road, this commanding hilltop estate is set within the prestigious enclave of Rancho Ynecita, encompassing approximately 19.5 acres with sweeping, unobstructed panoramic views across the Santa Ynez Valley and surrounding mountains. The residence is primarily single-level in living, thoughtfully organized around a tranquil central courtyard that serves as the architectural heart of the home. Five French doorsthree from the living room and two from interior hallwaysopen to the courtyard, allowing the soothing sound of the fountain water feature to resonate throughout the interiors and establishing a refined indoor-outdoor dialogue. Recently and extensively remodeled, the home seamlessly blends timeless Spanish character with contemporary refinement, showcasing beautiful hardwood floors, soaring open-beam ceilings with oversized timbers, skylights, expansive windows, and walls of glass that invite abundant natural light. At the center of the home, the reimagined kitchen is both a statement and a gathering space. Italian marble surfaces define the room, anchored by an oversized waterfall island designed for entertaining, a dramatic 60-inch wrapped hood, and a full suite of Miele appliances. Four sets of French doors from the k