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1325 Ladan Drive, SOLVANG, CA 93463, SOLVANG, 93463 - 5 bed, 6 bath

1325 Ladan Drive, SOLVANG, CA 93463 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$6,775,000$5,300/sqft
1325 Ladan Drive, SOLVANG, CA 93463
5Beds
6Baths
5,300Sqft
188,614.797Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

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Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 188614, living area = 5300.
Top Cons:
High Maintenance & Operating Costs: An estate of this magnitude, with 4.33 acres, multiple structures, a pool, vineyard, and extensive landscaping, will inherently incur substantial ongoing maintenance, utility, and property management expenses.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$6.78M vs avg $1.76M (+$5,015,000)96%
Size:5,300 sqft vs avg 2,242 sqft96%
Price/sqft:$1.3K vs avg $73296%

More Insights

Built in 2003 (23 years old).
Condition: This property, built in 2003, underwent a complete and extensive high-end renovation in 2022-2023, bringing it to a virtually new condition. The description highlights French oak floors, Calacatta Viola countertops, custom cabinetry, and curated designer lighting. The chef's kitchen features a Wolf range and dual Sub-Zero refrigerators, while the primary bath boasts a steam shower and soaking tub. All these elements, confirmed by the pristine and modern appearance in the images, meet current luxury standards with no deferred maintenance, aligning perfectly with the 'excellent' criteria for a property extensively renovated within the last 5 years.
Year Built
2003
Close
-
List price
$6.78M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$1,278
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
25-2538
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Excellent View:
Pool
Spa
Patio
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About this home

Discover the ultimate in refined Santa Ynez Valley living at 1325 Ladan Drive, an estate set on 4.33+/- gently rolling acres in prestigious Regency Hills Estates and the coveted Ballard School District. This exquisite property offers a blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury complete with an exquisitely reimagined Belgian Farmhouse, guest house, design/workshop studio, ample garage space, pool, spa, pool house, boutique vineyard, bocce ball court, and pasture space. Completely transformed in 2022-2023, the 5,300+/- sf main residence was remodeled to perfection with French oak floors, Calacatta Viola countertops, custom cabinetry, and curated lighting by Kelly Wearstler, Punch London, Noguchi, and RH. The chef's kitchen is a dream, featuring a Wolf range, dual Sub-Zero refrigerators, and an open layout designed for effortless entertaining. Warm fireplaces anchor both the living and family rooms, and a private office with library-style bookcases provides a quiet retreat. The primary suite is a haven with its romantic fireplace, private patio, and spa-inspired bath with steam shower, soaking tub, and bespoke dressing room closet. Two additional spacious guest bedrooms and a billiards room add to the home's inviting layout, while a home theatre elevates everyday living. Outside, the estate unfolds into a series of thoughtfully designed amenities: a pool with new plaster, tile, coping, and automated cover; a pool house with a bar, full bath, and open space for a gym, game tables, or relaxing lounge area; and a charming guest house featuring a kitchen, sitting room, bedroom, and bath. Additionally, the workshop/studio is equipped with three 40-amp circuits, ideal for wine refrigeration or artistic pursuits, and 2 roll-up doors for flexible use. The five-car collector's garage offers custom cabinetry, dedicated laundry, and attic storage with a lift for ease of access. Meandering pathways lead through romantic gardens, specimen olive trees, fruit orchards, grapevines, organic cedar planter beds, and tranquil patios with sweeping valley views. A bocce ball court and open pasture await your horses or even a future pickleball court! Enhanced with smart home integration for lighting, sound, and security, this remarkable estate is both an entertainer's paradise and a peaceful retreat. Welcome to your forever home - a place of pure bliss and timeless sophistication in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley.

C
Carey Kendall
Listing Agent

Price History

Date
Event
Price
06/30/00
Sold
$550,000
12/17/21
Sold
$3,525,000
Condition Rating
Excellent
This property, built in 2003, underwent a complete and extensive high-end renovation in 2022-2023, bringing it to a virtually new condition. The description highlights French oak floors, Calacatta Viola countertops, custom cabinetry, and curated designer lighting. The chef's kitchen features a Wolf range and dual Sub-Zero refrigerators, while the primary bath boasts a steam shower and soaking tub. All these elements, confirmed by the pristine and modern appearance in the images, meet current luxury standards with no deferred maintenance, aligning perfectly with the 'excellent' criteria for a property extensively renovated within the last 5 years.
Pros & Cons

Pros

High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 188614, living area = 5300.
Comprehensive Luxury Renovation: The main residence underwent a complete, high-end transformation in 2022-2023, featuring French oak floors, Calacatta Viola countertops, custom cabinetry, and curated designer lighting, ensuring modern luxury and timeless elegance.
Extensive Estate Amenities: The property boasts an impressive array of amenities including a guest house, design/workshop studio, pool, spa, pool house with bar, boutique vineyard, bocce ball court, and pasture space, offering a resort-like living experience.
Gourmet Chef's Kitchen: The dream chef's kitchen is equipped with a Wolf range, dual Sub-Zero refrigerators, and an open layout, making it ideal for culinary enthusiasts and effortless entertaining.
Luxurious Primary Suite: The primary suite serves as a private haven, complete with a romantic fireplace, private patio, and a spa-inspired bath featuring a steam shower, soaking tub, and a bespoke dressing room closet.
Desirable Location & Smart Home Integration: Situated in the prestigious Regency Hills Estates within the coveted Ballard School District, the estate offers sweeping valley views and is enhanced with smart home integration for lighting, sound, and security.

Cons

High Maintenance & Operating Costs: An estate of this magnitude, with 4.33 acres, multiple structures, a pool, vineyard, and extensive landscaping, will inherently incur substantial ongoing maintenance, utility, and property management expenses.
Niche Aesthetic Appeal: While exquisitely designed as a 'Belgian Farmhouse' with specific curated lighting, this highly particular and luxurious aesthetic may not universally appeal to all potential high-end buyers, potentially narrowing the market.
Potential for Seclusion: Located in the Santa Ynez Valley, while offering a peaceful retreat and prestigious address, the property's setting might be considered somewhat secluded for buyers desiring closer proximity to major urban amenities, diverse dining, or extensive cultural attractions.
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