DAVID CARACCIO June 25, 2025
A Spanish mission-style equestrian estate in San Luis Obispo County with an off-grid infrastructure has hit the market for $4.9 million.
Known as Hacienda Antigua, the 10-acre estate centers around a four-bedroom, four-bathroom, 4,725-square-foot main residence.
Inside, cathedral ceilings with exposed beams, antique tiles imported from Spain, interior mezzanine balconies, a winding iron-rail staircase, custom cabinetry and panoramic valley views create a dazzling ambiance.
“The idea was to create a private retreat in the heart of SLO County, minutes from downtown, shopping, dining and the beach, but feeling like a world away,” Christopher Banys, who owns the house with his wife Bambi, said in an email.
The couple own Antigua Brewing in downtown San Luis Obispo.
Their house was one of four residences featured in the 2018 Rotary Club of San Luis Obispo Homes of Distinction Tour. Lindsey Harn of Christies International Real Estate Sereno is the listing agent.
The estate isn’t just pleasing to the eye, it pulls more than its weight in functionality and self-sufficiency.
The property includes an 18,000-square-foot covered riding arena, 25-stall barn, a pair of large paddocks, a professional tack room, and a client/staff lounge. An eight-person spa offers a refreshing post-ride plunge.
The home is designed to go off-grid, if needed, with power sustained by a Tesla Powerwall, a Generac generator, a solar array and a wind turbine. The system provides full, back-up power for 48 hours, according to the property listing. The estate, located at 4950 Davenport Creek Road in San Luis Obispo, has its own water supply and septic system, too.
“California requires that all residences be connected to the PG&E grid,” Banys said. “With that said, we have robust electrical generation, our own well- and water-treatment system, composting and a fully-serviced septic system. We have enough trees on the property to supply ample firewood and we can heat the main residence, as well as the workshop, with wood, if needed.”
An orchard and vegetable garden on the grounds supply an abundance of fruit and fresh vegetables each season. The property has raised livestock in the past, as well, Banys said.
The landscaping surrounding the home is manicured.
Their house also offers upstairs game room with a bar.
The sellers bought the property in 2016 for $2.575 million, according to public property records. A previous owner designed and built the home in 2004.
Article originally published by The Sacramento Bee.