About 4691 Tepusquet Road
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.
