The historic upscale Lieff Ranch estate, situated on nearly 56 acres in the Santa Ynez Valley, including almost 26 acres of income-producing vineyards, has hit the market for $16,000,000. Randy Solakian, Deanna Solakian Williams and Jessica McLernon of the Randy Solakian Estates Group, a team of agents affiliated with the Montecito office of Coldwell Banker Realty, hold the listing. Located at 3235 Roblar Ave. in Santa Ynez, Calif. the residence is currently owned by prominent, high-profile attorney and founder of Lieff, Cabraser, Heimann & Bernstein, Robert Lieff, and his wife, Susan Lieff, who together own several large ranches and describe themselves as "Ranchaholics."
“Nestled in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley, Lieff Ranch is a historic property that seamlessly blends the character and authenticity of a 1930s cattle ranch with the elegance and comfort of an upscale estate,” said Randy Solakian. “With income-producing vineyards growing Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Grenache and more, this property truly has it all and can serve as a private personal retreat or as an exceptional income-producing event venue and vineyard.”
Set among beautiful, mature oaks and a charming courtyard, the five-bedroom Monterey Colonial main house exudes effortless style, incorporating many of the original vintage elements with current upgrades and desired conveniences. The functional floorplan features a formal entry, generous living and entertaining spaces, an office and four finely-appointed ground-floor bedrooms. Upstairs, with access to a long-covered porch, the private primary suite boasts a fireplace, vaulted ceilings, dual dressing rooms, a large walk-in closet and luxurious bathroom.
Throughout the nearly 56 acres, the ranch has four charming cottages that can be used as guesthouses, staff quarters or short-term rentals. Situated at the top of the property, the Cabernet Cottage offers ultimate privacy and panoramic views surrounded by stunning vineyards. With an elegant western aesthetic, the Cowboy Cottage has two bedrooms, a large kitchen and lovely porch. The Honeymoon Cottage is a private and romantic one-bedroom with an outdoor fire pit. Lastly, the Schoolhouse Cottage is a one-bedroom charmer, formerly used as a small one-room schoolhouse. With high ceilings as well as plumbing and electric, the large, inviting barn has a custom copper bar ready for large-scale entertaining. Other amenities include a pool, spa, tennis and pickleball court, horse facilities, expansive green lawns, bocce ball court, horseshoes, a vegetable garden, orchard, wine storage and ample covered parking.
To view the property, visit www.lieffranch.com or contact the Randy Solakian Estates Group at 805-896-2443 or partners@montecitoestates.com.
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Photos by Eric Foote of Elevated Horizon.
