Montecito

Embraced by panoramic views of Santa Barbara’s palm-fringed oceanfront, the Channel Islands and Santa Ynez mountains, this striking contemporary Spanish home offers the ultimate in California living. The entry a long elegantly landscaped private drive. Once past the gates you are led into a generously sweeping motor court.

Spacious, exquisitely designed rooms capitalize on the magnificent vistas through floor-to-ceiling windows and open to an exceptional flagstone terrace with its own shimmering infinity pool. Framed by sandstone walls and lushly landscaped gardens, this property holds its own affording mesmerizing views from all angles, an incredible retreat year-round.  Seamlessly connected to over one-and-a-half-acre exterior, the inside of the four-bedroom, residence boasts a range of outstanding features. On the main floor, an island-style kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances, custom cabinetry and generous granite counters remains connected to a sun-filled dining area and living room, each with its own set of awe-inspiring views and glass doors leading to the pool deck and barbeque area. Soaring ceilings, skylights and earth-tone stucco walls merge with tile and wood floors to instill the perfect blend of elegance and warmth. A stone-clad fireplace adds to the inviting ambience along with an impressive indoor-outdoor surround sound stereo system.  

Across the hallway, adjacent to the living room and dining area, await a tastefully adorned den/bedroom with a view balcony that overlooks the front garden and rolling foothills. Doors and windows here and in the well-lit hallway are beautifully accentuated with wood and wrought-iron details.

Also on the main floor, the spacious master suite promises a dreamy escape. Glass doors open to the pool deck and a secluded whirlpool lounging area, while the inviting master bath comes complete with an oversize bathtub, two vanities and large walk-in closet.  Downstairs, two guestrooms connected to a cozy TV lounge both offer private baths with tile accented showers and tubs and access to a charming flagstone patio. Surrounded by tall palms and lush foliage, this outdoor space inspires relaxing moments while providing a separate entry for guests. Adjoining stone paths meander past masterfully manicured lawns, flowering shrubs and specimen trees to the expansive pool terrace with its views of the ocean and the city’s red-roof landmarks. Anytime of day or season, this remarkable home truly embodies the best that Santa Barbara has to offer.