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26000 Mattole Rd, Ferndale, CA, 95536

4beds
3baths
5,500sqft
$9,950,000
$1,809price/sqft
$60,275/moest. monthly cost
$2,411,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

Lost Coast Ocean Ranch 788 Acres of Untamed Beauty | One Mile of Secluded Coastline | Infinite Possibility There are ranches and then there are legends. Lost Coast Ocean Ranch is the latter - an extraordinary, rare 788-acre coastal estate where luxury, legacy, and land stewardship converge in one of California's most breathtaking settings. Located just 45 minutes from the historic Victorian Village of Ferndale, this ranch is a rare fusion of architectural mastery and working land. The journey to the property winds through open range and the dramatic cliffs of Cape Mendocino, culminating in a private sanctuary perched above the Pacific Ocean. Drive through the ranch over a hand-crafted stone arched bridge to the ocean side of the property, where gently terraced hillsides - untouched by erosion - lead to over 100 acres of flat oceanfront grassland and more than a mile of secluded shoreline, easily accessible via the ranch's extensive road system. At its heart stands a 5,500 sq ft custom stone residence and a 900 sq ft stone garden house with a hand-crafted stone wall courtyard - all built by the artisan behind Napa Valley's famed Castello di Amorosa. The home is a monument to craftsmanship featuring hand-carved stone imported from a Napa Valley quarry, sleek black high-seam metal roof, custom all-glass massive dormers, Fleetwood glass windows and doors, radiant heated concrete floors, Mendota linear gas fireplace and a 40-foot sliding glass door for seamless indoor - outdoor living. The main residence is equipped with modern amenities, including a Sub-Zero fridge/freezer, wine fridge, and a 60" Wolf double range oven. The massive open kitchen is ready for your final finishing touches. The second story remains unfinished - a blank canvas with conceptual plans for four bedrooms and three baths. This estate is more than a showpiece. It is a fully fenced and cross-fenced working ranch with a historic hay barn dating back to the late 1800's. Abundant flat land offers sustainable grazing, potential carbon credit opportunities, rich timber resources, and a year-round creek. The land supports thriving wildlife habitat for deer, elk, wild hogs, bear, and turkey - plus recreational access to tide pools, camping, whale watching, and the world-renowned Lost Coast Trail. Seven APNs span multiple zoning districts - Agriculture Exclusive (AE), Agriculture (AG), Natural Resources (NR), and Commercial Timber (TC) offering flexibility for operations, conservation, or future development. While the ranch is not currently under the Williamson Act, it does qualify, offering potential tax advantages for long-term land stewardship. Lost Coast Ocean Ranch is not just a property; it is a rare opportunity to own one of California's last great coastal ranches - where luxury meets land and vision meets possibility

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
5
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
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Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2006

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Metal

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Custom
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Washer,Dryer
  • Laundry features: Gas,Inside

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3

Features

  • Kitchen Island
  • Window features: Double Pane Windows
  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Gas Starter
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating

  • Heating features: Radiant

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,500
  • Total interior livable area: 5,500 sqft

Property

Details

  • Zoning: No

Features

  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Garden
  • Fencing: Full,Cross Fenced
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Hills,Ocean,Panoramic,Pasture,Valley,Trees/Woods
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Ocean
  • Waterfront features: Ocean Front
  • Horses can be raised: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 788 Acres
  • Features: Pasture,Rolling Slope,Wooded,Horse Property
  • Lot size dimensions: 788 +/- acres

Parking

  • Parking features: Barn

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Landslide
    LandslideRelatively High
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiRelatively High
  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingModerate
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Inland Flooding
Landslide
Tsunami
Coastal Flooding
Drought
Wildfire

FEMA Declared Disasters in Humboldt County and California

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Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $50,312$603,744
Home Insurance *$3,644$43,728
Property Taxes $5,140$61,680
Electricity $1,179$14,152
Total$60,275$723,300
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$2,066,571/yr
40% on housing$1,808,250/yr
45% on housing$1,607,333/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.8%
8.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.5%
1.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$1,809This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 95536$436
Humboldt County$261

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 95536$297
Humboldt County$274

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-01-14Price change$9,950,000
2025-08-26Listed for sale$10,950,000
2020-12-03Listing removed$5,990,000
2020-06-05Listed for sale$5,990,000
2013-09-11Listing removed$15,000,000
2013-04-18Listed for sale$15,000,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentNathan Baxley
BrokerageLand X Real Estate Inc.

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