Montecito

There are wonderful stone gates that enter you into one of hidden treasures of Montecito. This delightful family home is located in the heart of Riven Rock, the estate owned by Cyrus Hall McCormick family of Chicago in the first half of the 20th century.

The Riven Rock area comprises a unique combination of the grand estates set in a private park with quaint lanes, stone bridges and walls, spectacular views and the perfect climate above the morning fog and below the mountain heat.It would be hard to imagine a better location than this nearly level 1.4 acre site in the heart of Riven Rock Estates. Quite meandering lanes, stone bridges, Cold Springs School District, beautiful mountain views and yet minutes away from Montecito's Upper Village.This classically designed single-story residence underwent an extensive remodel in 2000 by well-known architect Don Nulty to create a more contemporary house with an exceptional indoor and outdoor feel and was completed with quality materials throughout including granite, limestone, chrome, maple doors and oak floors.

The Dining Room is generous in proportions offering high ceiling and French doors opening to the outdoor entertainment area with a vine covered arbor, sparkling pool, lush lawns and garden.

The Living Room is a sophisticated and open space with a high ceiling, lighting for art and glass expanses offering ever-changing mountain views. Of special interest are the many walls of glass and French doors offering exceptional natural light and views of the entire site from most of the rooms of the house.

A chef's dream composed of abundant custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, granite surfaces, two-sink areas, cooking island and built in butcher block kitchen table. The family room adjoins the kitchen and is a sunny and expansive area offering a wall of built-in cabinets and book cases. The French doors opens onto the pool area, lawn and the tennis court.

The Master Bedroom is a nurturing spa-like suite with rich wood floors, French doors, Santa Barbara screened windows with views of the beautiful gardens. Large walk-in custom designed closet and a elegant master bath which features stone surfaces and a separate tub and shower with beautiful mountain views.

The pool area is wonderful for entertaining and relaxing under the vine-covered arbor, with views of the expansive lawn area with the lush gardens. There is built-in music system on this patio as well in most of the interiors rooms of the house. This pool has an automatic pool cover.

The Tennis Court is a north/ south facing court with beautiful views of the Santa Ynez Mountains. One can enjoy a great game of tennis and then have a refreshing swim in the lap pool, all in the privacy of this wonderful property.