Set on 10 scenic, usable acres in Santa Margarita, this storybook country homestead offers a rare blend of charm, functionality, and flexibility. Tucked into a peaceful setting with rolling hills and open skies, it invites a slower pace of living while remaining only about a 30-minute drive from town.
The spacious 1,321± sq ft one-bedroom, one-bath main residence was originally designed as a two-bedroom home and is filled with natural light, thanks to vaulted ceilings and dormer windows. A fully enclosed front sunroom adds valuable flex space with beautiful views across the property, making it an ideal home office, reading room, artist's studio, or potential guest space.
At the heart of the home, the living room is anchored by a striking wood-burning fireplace with a handcrafted mantle made from a reclaimed beam dating back to an 1853 Pennsylvania barn. The open-concept layout flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, featuring a breakfast bar, center island with cooktop and prep sink, wine refrigerator, and updated backsplash. The spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet and an oversized bath with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, dual pedestal sinks, and its own separate entrance for guests.
Just outside, a covered deck and fenced courtyard provide a peaceful outdoor retreat, while a covered entertaining area with soaring ceilings and an outdoor fireplace creates the perfect setting for gatherings and sunset evenings.
Above the detached two-car garage, a 515± sq ft treehouse-like studio with two separate entrances and a 3/4 bath offers exceptional flexibility for guests, extended family, rental income, or a creative workspace. The garage also includes a workshop and additional storage.
The fully usable acreage is ideal for horses, farm animals, gardens, or simply enjoying wide-open space. With a producing well, 2 water storage tanks, an ozone water treatment system, and 29 solar panels paired with five Briggs & Stratton batteries, the property is well equipped for sustainable living with strong off-grid potential. The separate parcel across the road also offers the potential to build a second home (buyer to verify), creating an opportunity for future expansion or investment.
Peaceful, private, and full of character, this Santa Margarita homestead offers the perfect balance of country living, versatility, and modern self-sufficiency while remaining only about a 30-minute drive from town.
1,836 Sq Ft
10 Private Acres Lot Size
single family home
Built in 2007
MLS/Listing ID NS26071383
1 Stories
2 Units
Concrete Perimeter
Well
Septic System
Garden Windows
Blinds
Trees Woods View
Partial
French Doors / Atrium Doors
Cooling - Wall/window unit(s)
Cooling - Heat Pump
Cooling - Ductless
Community - Mountainous
Community - Horse Trails
Water Heater
Tankless Water Heater
Refrigerator
Living Room Fireplace
Wood Burning Fireplace
Tile
Natural Wood
Dishwasher
Electric Cooktop
Electric Oven
Disposal
Microwave
Hills View
Mountains View
Inside
Laundry Room
Lot - Horse Property
Parking - Circular Driveway
Parking - Garage
Parking - Oversized
Parking - RV Potential
Parking - Unpaved
Parking - Workshop in Garage
Covered
Deck
Glass Enclosed
Porch
Metal
Workshop
Walk-in Closets
Bedroomon Main Level
Storage
Recessed Lighting
Pantry
Open Floor Plan
Separate Formal Dining Room
Cathedral Ceilings
Cooling - Ceiling Fans
Balcony
Breakfast Bar
Beamed Ceilings
Heating - Heat Pump
Raised
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