Upper East

Known as the Bacon-Driscoll House, this historical jewel has preserved its original structure and fine workmanship for more than a century. It is nestled in one of the most beautiful, prestigious residential areas of the city, conveniently close to what has grown to be Santa Barbara’s charming downtown.

From the moment you enter the private front garden, you feel the spaciousness of this Craftsman-era home. The expansive front porch and columned portico create a gracious entrance with a wide, welcoming front door and transom window. A sweeping staircase is the dramatic focal point of the large foyer that is capped by a cupola, creating a soaring sense of space. The living room, dining room, and library feature coffered ceilings, wood paneling, wainscoting, built-in cabinets and hutches, leaded glass windows, and three of the five fireplaces that fill this home with warmth and coziness. The gourmet kitchen has a Viking six-burner stove and both a butler’s pantry and a walk-in pantry. The sunny breakfast room leads out to a wood deck that overlooks the pool, Jacuzzi, and pool house that once served as a stable. The four upstairs bedrooms are generously sized--two with fireplaces--and have walk-in, cedar-lined closets with ample built-in storage. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, including an updated, spacious master bath.

Set on approximately half an acre, this spacious home is ideal for entertaining a large crowd or for creating a private retreat. It has a rare combination of traditional craftsmanship with modern convenience; privacy and serenity with in-town living; charm and coziness with graciousness. All of this—and you’re within earshot of the Santa Barbara Mission bells!

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