The ±1,099 AC Donovan Ranch is located in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA on Santa Rosa Road. The Sea Smoke Vineyard is across the Santa Ynez River to the north, Sanford Vineyard & Winery shares the western property boundary and the historic 14,000 acre Rancho San Julian is to the south. Other neighbors on Santa Rosa Rd. include The Hilt, Lafond, Peake Ranch, and Alma Rosa to name a few. The property has commanding regional views from the white water at Surf Beach to the hills above Avila and to Figueroa, McKinley and West Big Pine Mountains. Well-maintained roadways lead throughout five APNs and five cross-fenced cattle pastures. Between the countless expansive view locations there are quiet spots in ancient oak woodlands. Contact Listing Agent for more details. The word is out that there are changes afoot at the County level which will result in the increased economic viability of Ag-zoned parcels in the unincorporated areas. The Agricultural Enterprise Ordinance and the Recreational Master Plan are both working their ways through the planning process (the Farmstay Ordinance Amendments have been incorporated into the Agricultural Enterprise Ordinance planning process). This is a moment of unique opportunity for existing owners and buyers of commercial ag land to submit projects while this process is occurring. Please see links provided for further information.