Welcome to 4691 Tepusquet Rd.--a rare opportunity to own a piece of local history. Set on 5.6 peaceful acres, this one-of-a-kind property features a lovingly preserved 2-bedroom, 1-bath home with approx. 1,600 sq ft of living space. Originally built in 1875 from the same redwood used in the San Ramon Chapel, the home was tastefully remodeled in the 1950s for modern comfort.Inside, enjoy custom wood floors, Marmoleum in bedrooms and bath, a spacious kitchen, private laundry room, and light-filled living and dining spaces. The restored clawfoot tub adds vintage flair, and a detached bonus room offers space for a studio or office.A year-round creek enhances the property's natural charm, with usable acreage ideal for grazing, alfalfa, or a vineyard. A 40-ft hoop house and tack room are perfect for gardening and ranch work.Recent upgrades include interior/exterior paint, a new roof (2021), updated plumbing, water heater, septic, and private well. Located just off Foxen Canyon Wine Trail and minutes from top wineries, this private retreat offers endless possibilities--horse property, vineyard, or multi-gen estate. Charming 5.6-Acre Ranch in the Heart of Santa Maria Valley
Welcome to 4691 Tepusquet Rd., a rare opportunity to own a slice of history in the picturesque Santa Maria Valley. Nestled on 5.6 peaceful acres, this unique ranch features a beautifully preserved two-bedroom, one-bath stick-built home with approximately 1,600 sq ft of living space. Originally constructed in 1875 using the same redwood that was used to build the San Ramon Chapel, the home was thoughtfully remodeled in the 1950s to blend timeless charm with modern comforts.
Step inside to custom wood flooring throughout the main living areas, with eco-friendly Marmoleum in the bedrooms and bathroom. The spacious kitchen offers room to create and gather, complemented by a private laundry room. A cozy dining room with a large picture window frames serene views of the ranch, while the expansive living room is filled with natural light and centered around a welcoming fireplace.
The bedrooms are generously sized with updated lighting, and the bathroom features a beautifully restored clawfoot tub. Relax on the inviting front porch or get creative in the detached bonus roomperfect as a studio, office, or "he-shed/she-shed."
A year-round creek runs through the property, enhancing its natural beauty and charm. Beyond the creek lies the remaining acreageideal for dry farming alfalfa, grazing cattle, or planting a vineyard. There is a 40 ft hoop house, ideal for gardening, seed starting, or year-round produce cultivation. A "tack room" near the hoop house, perfect for your gardening tools, ranch supplies, or horse tack!
The property is a blank canvas awaiting the right buyer to make their dream a reality. Whether you're envisioning a horse training facility, a boutique vineyard, or a multi-generational estate, there's plenty of room to expand, including potential to build an additional home or ADU.
With its own private driveway leading directly to the home, this ranch offers seclusion and convenience in one beautiful package. Just off the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail, this property places you in the heart of wine country, with some of the area's most celebrated wineries less than 2 miles away.
Recent upgrades include new interior and exterior paint, a new roof (2021), newer water heater, fumigation, updated bathroom plumbing (2019), and upgrades to both the septic system and private water well. This special property is a true retreat, offering history, functionality, and endless possibilities just minutes from town.
Sold for $1,049,000 on 08/15/25
$1,049,000
4691 Tepusquet Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93454
2beds
1,800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
5.6 Acres Lot
$1,053,600 Zestimate®
$583/sqft
$2,790 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 04:23am
Listed by:
Shiloh Flagg DRE#: 01996245 805-315-7160,
Modern Broker
Bought with:
Shauna Hernandez, DRE#: 02226599
Modern Broker
Source: North Santa Barbara County MLS,MLS#: 25000907
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Formal/Separate, Dining Area
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Other, Dryer, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer, Disposal
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Other
- Flooring: Wood, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,800
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Other, RV Access/Parking, Drive Space
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River/Creek/Str, Hill/Peak/Mnt, Trees/Woods, Valley
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River/Creek/Str
- Waterfront features: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 5.60 Acres
- Features: Foothill, Rural Setting, Mountain, Other Agriculture, Horses Allowed
Details
- Additional structures: Tool Shed, Workshop, Other
- Parcel number: 129260011
- Zoning description: Residential,Rural Land,Residential Rural,Res Agriculture,Agricultural,Residential Single Family
- Special conditions: Other
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well, Private
Green energy
- Green verification: None
- Energy efficient items: None, Other - See Remarks
- Energy generation: Other, Unknown
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Santa Maria
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Submit
- Road surface type: Paved