Montecito

Many home designers strive to create the Santa Barbara Lifestyle.The rare instance of capable hands and desire, have come together in a paramount achievement. This one of a kind 1923 home has been intricately restored with period details, and tasteful updates to the highest of standards. Approximately 4,800+/- sqft of elegant living space encompasses four bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a living room, formal dining room, library/music room and family room/kitchen.

This is one of a very few to achieve that goal.
 
The display style chef’s kitchen features state of the art appliances, custom cabinetry, gorgeous Pietra di Cardoso counter tops and a center-island w/built in wine cooler. Prominent views of the harbor are displayed in both kitchen and adjoining family room - such is the case in nearly every room. The formal dining room, living room and entryway incorporate original Spanish tiles while the kitchen, family room and library/music room are lavished with distressed hand scraped walnut floors. Mahogany is used extensively in custom cabinetry, window casements and doors. Rich, exposed original ceiling beams bring texture throughout the home. Each environment incorporates built in speakers and sound controls; even the pool area and outdoor patios.
 
Four beautifully appointed bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms share an air of perfection. The master bedroom with pleasing proportions has a Monterey balcony for savoring ocean views and an intimate sitting room featuring a romantic fireplace. The elegant master bathroom, lavished with marble tiles and positioned to capture an intimate garden setting, evokes feelings of sanctuary. The walk-in dressing room is richly appointed with custom finishes and has a private courtyard view. Radiant heating is incorporated into the bathroom floors; it is the attention to small details where ones expectations are surpassed.
 
“Alfresco” living in Santa Barbara is like no other and to take advantage there are 4+ patios/ terraces. The terrace off the kitchen/family room is complete with outdoor fireplace and dining area. Handsome stone walls, inset garden beds and manicured lawn surrounds a pool, spa and pool house consisting of a half bath and storage room; A perfect setting for enjoying the views of the Pacific Ocean and relaxing in the sun. Just below the lawns and pool resides a petite family orchard where fresh fruits and more can be harvested at a moments notice. Specimens include lemon, lime, orange, tangerine, grapefruit, apple, pear, peach, fig and avocado.
 
GUEST HOUSE
A separate guest house is comprised of two sumptuous rooms, a bathroom and wet bar. The sitting room reveals spectacular views and the soothing sound of a fountain beckons your guests out of doors to a private patio. Visitors will feel spoiled with these “Biltmore” style guest accommodations.
 
ARCHITECT
Joseph Plunkett, architect and artist, was one of perhaps five great architects attributed with presenting “Spanish Colonial Revival” architecture to the world. This romantic style of architecture set the stage for the “Santa Barbara Style” in the 1920’s and continues to influence the evolution of architecture to this day.
 
Remodel / Restoration
Complete restoration and update from the foundation up, completed May 2008
 
All new…
   ·   Appliances including 48” Sub Zero Refrigerator, 60” Wolfe Gas Range/Double Oven, Miele Dishwasher, Dacor Microwave, built-in Espresso/Coffee Machine and wine refrigerator
   ·   Custom kitchen cabinets
   ·   Built-in – in wall CAT5 wired entertainment system and speakers in nearly every room including terrace, pergola and pool (Compatible w/ Sirius, ipod, music server, cd-player, tuner)
   ·   HVAC – Energy efficient, allergy filters, multiple zones and controls
   ·   Water treatment and conditioner system w/reverse osmosis at kitchen drinking water, coffee maker, ice-maker and refrigerator
   ·   Re-circulating hot water system in main and guest house
   ·   Italian “Pietra di Cordoso” kitchen countertops and marble center-island top
   ·   Distressed hand scraped Mahogany wood floors
   ·   Custom light fixtures by Steven Handelman Studios
   ·   Designer carpeting
   ·   Bath rooms and fixtures (Marble tiles and countertops)
   ·   Radiant heated floors in bathrooms
   ·   Mahogany doors, window casements, cabinetry
   ·   Mahogany garage door and gates w/remote call box
   ·   Limestone thresholds on all exterior doors
   ·   Pool restoration including new “Pebbletech” surface and stone surround, pool heater, pump and filter (pump, filter and lighting remotely controlled)
   ·   Pool house w/half bath and storage
   ·   Exterior fireplace complete with box and raised Hearth
   ·   Landscaping including complete irrigation system and timers
   ·   Interior and exterior paint
   ·   Copper gutters
   ·   Interior walls and floors w/soundproofing
   ·   Wiring
   ·   Plumbing
   ·   Extensive use of brick and stone for terracing, retaining walls and walkways
   ·   Interior walls, plaster finished
   ·   Exterior walls, stucco
   ·   Shear walls, steel reinforced exterior and interior walls
·         Steel reinforced foundation