1977 West Highway 154
Santa Ynez, California
$7,400,000
Built for the sport,
Designed for the horse
Experience unparalleled equestrian lifestyle.
Exceptional land. Elite design. Enduring value.
Welcome to Fairfield Farm, an exceptional 20 acre equestrian estate in the heart of Santa Ynez, where world-class facilities meet timeless California charm. A showcase of vision and multi million-dollar investment, Fairfield Farm has evolved from raw land and a barn shell into a world-class equestrian estate. Today it is recognized as a destination of refinement and excellence. Reimagined with a balance of beauty and purpose, the property offers an unmatched blend of functionality and lifestyle, setting a new standard for equestrian living. With a residence currently in the permitting process, Fairfield Farm offers its next steward the opportunity to complete an estate of unparalleled quality and lifestyle in Santa Ynez
Set against a backdrop of golden sunsets and mountain vistas, this fully usable, turnkey property offers the ultimate blend of functionality, beauty, and opportunity. Enjoy big sky views, long-distance mountain vistas, and a layout that captures the prevailing southwest winds, keeping the property cool, fresh, and naturally ventilated year-round. The land is fully usable, with gentle rolling hills and located in a low wildfire risk area, ideal for peace of mind and long-term investment. Fully renovated in 2019, the centerpiece is a stunning modern East Coast-style barn. The barn’s design emphasizes airflow, safety, and ease of use, ready for both everyday operations and top-level training. Surrounded by vineyards, world-class polo, and the serenity of the Santa Ynez lifestyle, Fairfield Farm isn’t just a property, it’s the heart of a lifestyle defined by open space, fresh air, and boundless potential.
Stables
World Class with
concrete construction
Fully renovated in 2019, this turnkey equestrian facility boasts a bright, open-air design with thoughtfully modern upgrades to ensure exceptional comfort, safety, and efficiency for both horses and humans. The barn layout was expertly planned for maximum operational flow, featuring direct open access from the spacious hay loft to each stall, allowing for easy feeding and streamlined daily chores.
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13 double stalls -12' x 25'
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4 single stalls -12' x 12'
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Spacious tack room
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Luxury office space with beamed ceilings
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Large interior storage room
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Private lavatory with washer/dryer
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Custom diamond mesh stall gates with for visibility and ventilation
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Automatic fly spray system
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Automatic 4 gallon water buckets in every stall
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Updated electrical throughout
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Individual safety fans in each stall
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Hot water wash stalls with rubber flooring
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Separate farrier area
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Several grooming bays with rubber flooring
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2nd floor hay loft 272' x 19'
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The expansive 5,000 sq ft hay loft is more than just storage—it’s a game-changer. Designed to accommodate a full double tractor-trailer load of hay and an 18-wheeler delivery of shavings, it ensures you're stocked and ready year-round. With ample height, ventilation, and structural integrity, the loft also offers future potential for groom or staff housing, making it as versatile as it is efficient.
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The barn currently features 13 oversized 12'x25' stalls, thoughtfully designed for comfort and airflow. For operations that require higher capacity, these can be easily reconfigured back into 12'x12' stalls, restoring the barn’s original 30-stall layout without structural changes.
Pastures
20 acres of rolling open acreage
Set on 20 acres of spacious, fully usable grounds, Fairfield Farm offers room to breathe, ride, and expand. A thoughtfully planned infrastructure that supports both daily operations and future vision, lush pastures that provide ample space for grazing and riding, surrounded by privacy and open sky views.
A natural track with gentle inclines loops around the southeastern portion of the property, offering a convenient and scenic way to condition horses and maintain fitness without ever leaving the farm. It’s a thoughtful feature that supports both daily exercise and strength training for long term performance.
Location
Luxury Living in the heart of Santa Ynez
Nestled in the heart of California’s Central Coast, Santa Ynez offers a rare blend of sophistication and serenity. This storied valley is where privacy meets prestige—an exclusive retreat known for its world class vineyards, avid equestrian culture, and refined small-town charm.
Whether you're seeking a peaceful escape, a world-class equestrian estate, or a legacy property with room to grow, Santa Ynez delivers a lifestyle that is both elevated and grounded—sophisticated yet simple.
Legacy Opportunities
Architectural plans for a luxury residence on the property were previously fully approved by Santa Barbara County, offering a seamless path for future development. While the original approvals lapsed due to timing, the resubmission process is already underway and expected to be permitted shortly. Present building plans include a 3,000 sf luxury home to be built on the pre-approved homesite. Electric and water has already placed near the building site.
This presents a rare opportunity to customize or revive a pre-vetted vision for an exceptional estate in one of California’s most desirable equestrian regions.
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26 total pastures
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9 Upper turnouts
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9 Lower larger pastures
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4 Oil pipe pastures
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4 All weather turnouts
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Natural track loops along the southeastern portion of property
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Automatic water to each turnout
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Irrigation riser at each upper turnout for individual irrigation
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2" risers strategically placed for irrigation to lower pastures
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All turnouts/pastures built with no climb fencing
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Structured shelters located in every turnout
Santa Ynez is California’s best-kept secret for those who seek quiet luxury and authentic living. It’s a place where the elite come not to be seen—but to truly escape. Here, privacy is abundant, and luxury is defined not by flash, but by freedom: acres of open land, morning rides through golden hills, and evenings under endless stars.
Equestrian estates abound, legacy ranches and boutique vineyards that offer peace, prestige, and possibility
A community rooted in craftsmanship, heritage, and understated elegance.
Santa Ynez isn’t just a place to live—it’s a place to exhale. A discreet retreat for those who have everything, but value space, soul, and sophistication above all.
Investor Opportunities
Zoned AG-10, this property offers significant upside potential for developers and investors. The land is subdividable, allowing for the creation of two 10-acre parcels.
Each parcel permits up to 20,000 square feet of buildable space, including:
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A primary residence
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An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
This zoning framework supports a wide range of development strategies—from luxury estate homes to high-end rental properties or resale opportunities. With infrastructure already in place and a premium location in the Santa Ynez Valley, this property presents a rare investment opportunity with scale, flexibility, and long-term value.
How This Benefits Investors
This zoning allows immediate development of single-family residences and farmworker housing, with on-site farm stands or product sales also permitted outright—ideal for agricultural lifestyle properties or income-generating boutique farm operations. Additional lucrative uses like guest ranches, equestrian centers, or farmstays may be approved with proper permitting, offering long-term development flexibility.
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Highly functional layout providing flexibility for daily use, rehabilitation, or rotational grazing.
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Upper turnouts used for daily turnout or special-use horses.
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Lower larger pastures are perfect for group turnout, grazing, or broodmares.
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Oil pipe pastures are durable and secure, ideal for high-energy horses or those needing reinforced containment.
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All-Weather turnouts have engineered surfaces allow safe turnout year-round, regardless of weather.
Distance to...
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Alamo Pintado Equine Clinic : ~6 minute drive
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Santa Lucia: ~2 minute drive (across the street)
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La Herradura Polo Club: ~5 minutes (just east on Baseline Avenue)
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Santa Barbara Polo Club / Montecito: ~30–35 minutes
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Los Olivos ~5 minutes
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Downtown Santa Ynez: ~7 minutes
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Los Olivos Grocery: ~4 minutes
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New Frontiers Marketplace: ~11 minutes
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El Rancho Market: ~10 minutes
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Solvang: ~12 minutes
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Santa Barbara: ~30 miles
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IZA - Santa Ynez airport: ~7 minutes
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FBO and SBA: ~35 minutes
Current Zoning Permissions
Permitted Uses (P) under AG-I Zoning Residential:
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Dwelling, one-family (Section 35.42.135)
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Farmworker housing complex
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Home occupation
Retail Trade:
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Agricultural product sales, Farm stands (Section 35.42.050)
Lodging:
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Guest ranch (Section 35.42.193)
Uses Allowed with Other Permits
Just for context, many other valuable uses are possible with:
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MCUP (Minor Conditional Use Permit)
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CUP (Conditional Use Permit)
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ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) – “S” = permit depends on specifics
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Farmstays, Composting, Campgrounds
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Day Care Centers, Rural Recreation
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Artist studios, Charitable organizations, Lodging (Homestay), Educational opportunities, etc.
More...
Over the top extras
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820' private well, 250 gal/min, 115 psi
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480 volt upgraded electrical panels (2)
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New commercial grade stand by diesel generator. 277/480 Three-Phase. seamless automatic back up power. All systems, including well, remain fully functional.
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Mesh perimeter barrier prevents squirrels, snakes, skunks, coyote and gophers. Buried 3'+ underground, extending 5' high, topped by an electric line.
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Large capacity driveway for parking, tractor trailer access and turnaround.
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Private, gated entry
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4 electrical RV hook ups
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Engineered 210' x 21' ring with drainage system
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Dressage ring - mirrored and fenced
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60' round pen
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4 bay equipment structure
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3 bay static aeration bays (a method of composting manure by forcing air through perforated underground pipes.The compost pile is not turned or agitated during the process.
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Abundantly equipped with water access throughout entire property.
Address
1977 W Highway 154
Santa Ynez, CA USA
Phone
1+ 805.325.9905
