
SANTA YNEZ, CA 93460
Analysis of 1620 Westerly Road, SANTA YNEZ, CA 93460 is currently available with a list price of $52,500,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the SANTA YNEZ Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Despite its 1972 build date, this ultra-luxury estate has been extensively renovated to the highest standards by renowned designer Michael S. Smith. The property features immaculate finishes, including custom coffered wood ceilings, high-end stone fireplaces, and designer lighting throughout. The 20,000 sq ft villa, along with its expansive grounds, vineyards, and equestrian facilities, shows no signs of physical depreciation or deferred maintenance, representing a level of quality and perfection that meets the 'excellent' criteria for a fully updated, world-class estate.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 8712000, living area = 20081.
Spanning 200± acres in the prestigious Happy Canyon AVA, the property includes 80± acres of established vineyards, offering significant agricultural value and world-class wine production potential.
The 20,000± sq ft Tuscan Villa, designed by the renowned Michael S. Smith, features grand-scale living spaces and unparalleled craftsmanship, positioning it as one of California's most prestigious estates.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =8712000, other record lot size in square feet = 4486680. Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 20081, other record living area = 19301.
The massive scale of the 20,000 sq ft residence, coupled with the maintenance of 200 acres of land, vineyards, and specialized facilities, requires a significant annual budget and a full-time management staff.
At a $52.5M price point, the pool of qualified buyers is extremely limited, and the recent $7M price reduction suggests a challenging market for ultra-luxury assets of this magnitude.
The crown jewel of the Santa Ynez Valley, and arguably one of the most prestigious estates in all of California, The Westerly Estate is perfectly cradled in the premier Happy Canyon - the area's most lauded viticultural region. Commanding 200± acres with expansive vistas of dramatic mountain ranges, the sophisticated 20k± sq ft Tuscan Villa designed by Michael S. Smith is gracious, grand, and offers unparalleled quality and perfection at every turn. The epitome of luxury living in wine country, with scaled spaces opening to the home's natural surroundings, including a private lake, gardens, pool, equestrian facilities, lighted tennis courts, 80± acres of established vineyards. The property offers the utmost privacy in a serene setting minutes away to world-class restaurants and wineries
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 8.0 | 3.5 | 97% |
| Baths | 14.0 | 3.0 | 97% |
| Square foot | 20,081 | 2,724 | 97% |
| Lot Size | 8,712,000 | 29,402.9 | 97% |
| Price | $52.50M | $2.05M | 97% |
| Price per sq ft | $2.6K | $679 | 97% |
| Built year | 1972 | 1981 | 33% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 684 | 206 | 90% |
Mar 26, 2026
$52,500,000
$59,500,000
-12% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jun 7, 2024
$59,500,000
Initial Listing