The current owners lovingly restored and expanded “Midwood” with a keen eye for detail and respect to the original design of the 1919 structure. While perfect for a large family, this property is also intimate enough for a couple welcoming weekend guests. 

The spacious entry is a symphony of arches and gallery hallways. To the right is the grand living room with soaring stenciled rough hewn ceilings, magnificent fireplace, large south facing windows, and French doors which open out to a very large sunroom overlooking the front gardens. The elegant dining room has views of the rear courtyard and is flanked by the original (restored) walk-in butler’s pantry. Perfect for entertaining large groups, the over-sized gourmet kitchen has been extensively remodeled to the highest standards while preserving the old world charm of the home.

The kitchen transitions into a large sunlit breakfast area, which has access to the outside courtyard for entertaining, and into a cozy family room. From the kitchen area, you enter the back hallway where the present owners have added an elevator and new staircase. These provide convenient access downstairs to the large two car garage, which contains ample storage closets. The elevator and stairs also allow access to the lovely artist studio upstairs which houses the full sized laundry room and a half bath. This is the perfect area for live-in help or guest apartment. 

The large central hall leads you through the formal living spaces to the bedroom wing of the home. This South wing is comprised of five stunning bedrooms, four of which have fireplaces, and remodeled bathrooms. The master bedroom is connected to another bedroom, which the current owners use as his and hers suites.

The home is perfectly situated on approx. 1.66 acres in the heart of Montecito’s Hedgerow. The original landscape architect was the renowned Lockwood de Forest who created the textures of the outdoor spaces. The present owners are currently in the final phase of restoring the extensive grassy areas, gardens and walkways. Meander the winding pathways of mature citrus and oak trees to discover the large swimming pool in the upper property and a lovely rose garden in the south portion of the property. The ample open spaces and lawn areas are ideal for croquet, an outdoor wedding or al fresco entertaining . . . all this in a perfect Montecito location.