River Bend Ranch has a history of elegant country living and hospitality. Entering down a park-like drive, the 4,500+ sq.ft. residence sits overlooking the Santa Ynez River and historic Mitchell Ranch. It enjoys views of spectacular classic California landscape with large Sycamore trees, oaks and colorful native flowers. Used as a Thoroughbred horse farm for many years, there are large pastures that are fenced and cross fenced. Access to riding trails along the river is priceless. The main residence has big shoulders and a wonderful floor plan for entertaining or casual living. Massive ceilings, brick fireplaces and a chef's kitchen with a classic Wolf range and butcher block center island.

Supplements: Friends and family can spread out in the spacious rooms that flow to the pool and rolling lawn. It Offers 4 bedrooms and 3 half baths plus office/exercise space. In addition, find a more newly built guest house with lovely wood floors and custom cabinets with a living room, full kitchen, 2 bedrooms and bath. The old world board and batten barn with a charming cupola features 3 stalls, tack room and office and vet room. Situated on 20+ acres with 5acre zoning, this ranch has terrific potential for a compound and barn structures. It is rare to find a parcel with a large expanse of usable land without sacrificing privacy and views. Enjoy abundant and inexpensive water on this ag property. Located near fine dining and shopping and a quick drive to Santa Barbara, this is a wonderful opportunity to re-create a beautiful Valley estate. Listing includes two parcels that total the 20.64 acres. Parcel #s 141-310-047 and 141-310-018.