Experience the luxury of secluded tranquility with this extraordinary 20.16-acre parcel in the prestigious Purisima Hills of exclusive Jonata Springs Ranch. This gated 800-acre community offers miles of pristine equestrian and hiking trails, while remaining just minutes from town and freeway access. Extraordinary views span surrounding farmland, ranches, the Santa Ynez River Valley and Coastal Mountains. Magnificent oak groves and gently sloping meadows create a stunning setting for a private estate, with ample room for a main residence, guest house, pool, barns and more. An approved Santa Barbara County Land Use Permit for a 4,480 sq ft main residence, 468 sq ft guest house, pool and pool house, garage, covered gazebo, wine cave and barn may be procured with an approved offer. The H has also approved the building plan set, providing a valuable head start on creating your vision. The Land Use Permit is transferable to the new owner. Utilities are underground to the property line, with water provided by a mutual water company drawing from a reliable aquifer. A private shale road winds through native vegetation to the heart of the property. With exceptional views, privacy and an approved estate plan, this is a rare opportunity to create a truly extraordinary Santa Ynez Valley legacy property.
Vacant landProperty Type
20.16 acresLot Size
$82,837Price/Acres
Listed by Lisa Allen•DRE #01242652• Village Properties - 2
Property near the end of Cougar Ridge with directions from Jonata Springs Ranch gate
Home design
Access via Cougar Ridge Road; located off Bobcat Springs Road
Utilities
Private water system
Underground utilities
Sale and tax history for 0 Cougar Ridge Rd
Sale History
Tax History
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Event
Price
SBMLS #26-3324
Oct 1, 2026
Listed
$1,670,000
NSBCRMLS #26001999
Sep 30, 2026
Listed
$1,670,000
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Indulge in the luxury of secluded tranquility with this extraordinary 20.16-acre parcel nestled in the prestigious Purisima Hills of the exclusive 800-acre Jonata Springs Ranch development. Gated for privacy, this community offers a network of pristine equestrian and hiking trails, providing a serene escape just moments from the modern conveniences of town and freeway access. Boasting unrivaled views that stretch over farmland, sprawling ranches, the Santa Ynez River valley and majestic Coastal mountains, this remarkable property offers a canvas of natural beauty unlike any other. Numerous groves of magnificent oak trees and gently sloping meadows set the stage for an idyllic estate, with ample space for a main home, guest house, barns, and more. An approved Land Use Permit by Santa Barbara County, granting permission for a main residence, guest house, a pool house with pool, a subterranean garage built into the hillside, covered gazebo, wine cave, and barn may be procured for an additional price with an approved offer. The associated homeowners association has also greenlit the building plan set, ensuring a streamlined path to realizing your vision without delay. With the Land Use Permit fully transferable to the new owner, the years-long permitting process is expedited, offering an unparalleled opportunity to embrace luxury living in a location graced by nature's splendor and the finest in community amenities. All utilities are conveniently located underground up to the property line, with water sourced from a reliable aquifer managed by a top-tier mutual water company. A shale road leads to the heart of the property, meandering past native flora and tranquil landscapes, creating a serene ambiance that beckons for your dream retreat to take shape. This is your invitation to elevate country living to its pinnacle.
NSBCRMLS #24001474
Sep 30, 2026
Listing Removed
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May 3, 2026
Price Changed
$1,670,000
Feb 21, 2025
Price Changed
$1,795,000
Jul 27, 2024
Listed
$1,950,000
SBMLS #24-2484
Sep 30, 2026
Listing Removed
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May 3, 2026
Price Changed
$1,670,000
Feb 21, 2025
Price Changed
$1,795,000
Jul 27, 2024
Listed
$1,950,000
NSBCRMLS #24000193
Feb 5, 2024
Listing Removed
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Feb 1, 2024
Listed
$1,895,000
NSBCRMLS #19000253
Nov 6, 2020
Sold
$555,000
Oct 20, 2020
Pending
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Sep 21, 2020
Contingent
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Jul 23, 2020
Relisted
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Jul 1, 2020
Contingent
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Oct 22, 2019
Price Changed
$575,000
Apr 3, 2019
Price Changed
$675,000
Jan 30, 2019
Relisted
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Jan 29, 2019
Listed
$715,000
Jan 29, 2019
Listing Removed
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SBMLS #18-1316
Nov 16, 2018
Listing Removed
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Apr 17, 2018
Listed
$889,000
NSBCRMLS #18001080
Nov 16, 2018
Listing Removed
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Apr 2, 2018
Listed
$889,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2026.
AG-I-20
Agricultural I Zone
The AG-I zone is applied to areas appropriate for agricultural use within Urban, Inner Rural, and Existing Developed Rural Neighborhood areas, as designated on the Comprehensive Plan maps. The intent is to provide standards that will support agriculture as a viable land use and encourage maximum agricultural productivity.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
7 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Buellton, CA • 93427
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93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 16% for direct sun exposure in Buellton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 0 Cougar Ridge Rd
$1,659,156
$11K under list price of $1.67M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $895K to $1.2M.