Sprawling Santa Rosa Valley home has guesthouse

The Santa Rosa Valley is one of the most scenic areas in beautiful Ventura County, surrounded by green hillsides, enveloped in a temperate climate and composed of some of the most exclusive neighborhoods. Currently for sale is the Santa Rosa Valley residence located at 11411 E. Las Posas Road.

With more than 4,000 square feet on almost 1 1/4 acres, the main residence has four bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms. There also is a charming, 420-square-foot, one-bedroom detached guesthouse.

Situated on serene equestrian-zoned property with nearby riding trails, the first thing the home offers when visitors arrive is the sweeping circular concrete-and-pebble driveway, complemented by neatly manicured front lawns. Mature shade trees and decorative foliage abound and there are more than 100 rose bushes on the property.

The welcoming front steps lead to majestic, carved-wood double doors, which are accompanied by stained glass windows on either side. The foyer features a marble floor with dramatic wood ceiling, and leads to the formal dining room, which has neutral crème-colored carpet and lovely vaulted ceiling.

Next is the enormous step-down formal living room, which has a beamed, vaulted ceiling, two ceiling fans and elegant wood-framed windows and complementing window seating with a view of the expansive front yard. There is a cozy step-down conversation pit, which has a huge stone fireplace that extends up the wall at an angle, to the ceiling. Also in the living room is a restaurant-sized bar with wood cabinetry and sink, and there is wood wainscoting, as well as sliding doors to the backyard. The adjacent powder room has a skylight and upgraded marble sink.

Also downstairs is the laundry room, a bedroom and fully remodeled bathroom with tile shower and glass enclosure, perfect for caregiver, guest or as an in-law’s suite. As it is a split-level home, there are two upstairs bedrooms that share a full Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and a huge master suite that has a large sitting room with closet, as well as two closets in the master bedroom. The remodeled master bathroom has a Travertine-enclosed jetted tub with a private view of the backyard, double sinks and a separate room for the shower and commode.

A downstairs great-room consists of a kitchen, family room and breakfast area, with attention paid to every detail, including upgraded granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, warm wood cabinetry and tumbled travertine floor. The family room has surround sound, hardwood flooring, a stone fireplace and large windows with views of the backyard, including the amazing outdoor kitchen.

Offering so much more than a typical barbecue area, the outdoor kitchen and dining area has a rustic beamed ceiling, vintage-style gas lamps, granite countertops, travertine tile island and cooking zones, gorgeous decorative rock, and includes a refrigerator, barbecue, warming drawers, burners and a fabulous pizza oven.

The backyard has numerous lounging areas on its colored concrete patio with flagstone accents. There is a pool with waterfall and spa, and an abundance of greenery, including lawns, shrubbery, plants and fruit trees such as orange, lemon, persimmon, pomegranate, fig, kumquat, lime and avocado.

The home’s other amenities include a fully paid-for solar energy system, security system, central vacuum, three-car garage, two storage sheds and a dog kennel and dog run. The residence has a total of four gas-log fireplaces, and ceiling fans and travertine tile throughout.

This entertainer’s dream of a home is priced at $1,499,000. For more information, or for a private tour, call or text Rosemary Allison, Director, Fine Estates, Coldwell Banker Previews International, at 805-479-7653. For a virtual tour of the property, visit www.11411lasposas.com. Rosemary Allison’s website is www.CallRosemary.com.