{"id":3379,"date":"2023-09-20T21:21:03","date_gmt":"2023-09-20T21:21:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/2023\/09\/20\/4-6m-modern-rugged-ranch-in-california-serves-up-the-best-of-both-worlds\/"},"modified":"2023-09-20T21:21:03","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T21:21:03","slug":"4-6m-modern-rugged-ranch-in-california-serves-up-the-best-of-both-worlds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/2023\/09\/20\/4-6m-modern-rugged-ranch-in-california-serves-up-the-best-of-both-worlds\/","title":{"rendered":"$4.6M Modern-Rugged Ranch in California Serves Up the Best of Both Worlds"},"content":{"rendered":"

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If you want to live near modern conveniences but far from the fast pace of modern life, Ricon Ranch is calling your name. This home at\u00a0115 Hollister Ranch<\/a> in Gaviota, CA<\/a>, is available for $4,595,000.<\/p>\n

The bespoke dwelling, northwest of Santa Barbara<\/a>, is a world unto itself.<\/p>\n

Ricon Ranch is set on a 102-acre parcel within the 14,400-acre Hollister Ranch, a private cattle ranch and nature preserve.<\/p>\n

Natural setting<\/p>\n

Willie Colonel for Sotheby\u2019s International Realty<\/p>\n

A light-filled retreat<\/p>\n

Willie Colonel for Sotheby\u2019s International Realty<\/p>\n

Modern amenities, spacious bathroom<\/p>\n

Willie Colonel for Sotheby\u2019s International Realty<\/p>\n

Unbelievable views around every bend at Ricon Ranch<\/p>\n

Willie Colonel for Sotheby\u2019s International Realty<\/p>\n

Bird\u2019s-eye view of Ricon Ranch<\/p>\n

Willie Colonel for Sotheby\u2019s International Realty<\/p>\n

A serene landscape<\/p>\n

Willie Colonel for Sotheby\u2019s International Realty<\/p>\n

A diminutive dwelling<\/h2>\n

Ricon Ranch was built in 2016 by the current homeowner and Dave Mendro<\/strong>, principal of Neumann Mendro Andrulaitis Architects. It was designed to withstand environmental threats\u2014thanks to fire- and wind-proof materials\u2014and to blend seamlessly into its surroundings.<\/p>\n

The modest-size dwelling also provides all the comforts of a modern-day home.<\/p>\n

Its design was inspired by architect Mickey Muennig<\/strong>\u2019s work<\/a>, especially his Post Ranch Inn<\/a> in Big Sur, CA<\/a>. The curved roofs and rustic-modern exterior reflect Muenning\u2019s \u201cpost-ranch\u201d aesthetic and the surrounding hills.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe used low-maintenance, fire-resistant materials on the exterior,\u201d says the seller, who prefers to remain anonymous.\u00a0\u201cWe have a copper roof, predominantly metal windows and doors; and we minimized exterior wood. Inside, we aimed to enhance the indoor-outdoor nature of the home with natural materials, like flagstone floors that extend outside onto the patio.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ricon Ranch is built into the hillside\u2014a simple and holistic design choice inspired by ancient Mesa Verde cliff dwellings. The home is tucked behind an electric gate and a paved driveway flanked by oak trees.<\/p>\n

Zoning requirements shaped aspects the abode\u2019s design and construction. As such, the one-bedroom, one-bath main home is just 797 square feet. It features custom cabinetry, stone floors, and limestone countertops.<\/p>\n

Nearby, a 629-square-foot guesthouse offers a bedroom and a bath, situated in a loft over the detached garage next to the main house. The large glass windows in the guesthouse create the sensation of being enveloped by the live oaks.<\/p>\n

The main house faces west, with views of the hills, and both structures are shaded by tree canopies.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis home is ideal for a small family looking to enjoy a retreat out of the busyness of town,\u201d says the listing agent, Nate Alker<\/strong>, of Sotheby\u2019s International Realty\u2013Montecito Brokerage. \u201cIt is immersed in the woods, surrounded by the Vaquero mountains and close to beaches as well.\u201d<\/p>\n

The property is a 20-minute drive to Buellton<\/a> to the north and Goleta<\/a> to the south.<\/p>\n

A spectacular setting<\/h2>\n

Delightfully, the home\u2019s construction was planned around the existing landscape of indigenous grasses and agave, with a plethora of wildlife.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe last time I was there, there was a flock of turkey outside the gates,\u201d says Alker. \u201cThere are also coyote, mountain lions, the occasional black bear, red-tailed hawks, quails, and many other birds.\u201d<\/p>\n

For more information and photos, check out the full listing here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

To see other homes for sale in Gaviota, CA, go here<\/a><\/p>\n

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Realtor.com If you want to live near modern conveniences but far from the fast pace of modern life, Ricon Ranch is calling your name. This home at\u00a0115 Hollister Ranch in Gaviota, CA, is available for $4,595,000. The bespoke dwelling, northwest of Santa Barbara, is a world unto itself. Ricon Ranch is set on a 102-acre…Read More→<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":3380,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3379","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3379","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3379"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3379\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3380"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3379"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3379"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3379"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}