Montecito

  Majestic Montecito

THE LIVING SPACES – The estate offers some of the most impressive views in all of Montecito.  Walls of glass greet you as you enter through the formal foyer, as the views and arched architectural details entice you to wander and enjoy.   Newly constructed, custom designed and inspired by classic Tuscan style, the architectural details and soft contemporary touches make this property the epitome of luxurious living, its gracious design is distinguished by meticulous attention to detail and panoramic views from the majority of its living spaces.

Four en suite bedrooms in the main residence with elevator access to the motorcourt, 3 car garage, master suite and main floor.  There are walls of windows and glass doors for easy indoor and outdoor enjoyment.  Formal living room with beautiful Tuscan inspired fireplace, stone mantle and surround with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands and Montecito foothills.  And through the triple arch windows to the north, views of California oaks, greenery and boulders on the nearby hillside open space.  Formal dining room with easy access to the outdoor summer kitchen, which in California can be used most of the year around.  Handsomely appointed, the English library walls are covered with a lush walnut from floor to ceiling with a focal point fireplace to warm while you relax and read.  The billiards room offers the perfect lighting for a game of pool or use as an office with privacy from the rest of the living spaces.

The gourmet kitchen offers top-of-the-line appliances.  The kitchen cabinetry is custom designed and handmade of Mesquite wood with granite countertops.  The kitchen faces the expansive views through the great room where casual elegance meets with scenic views of the spectacular Montecito countryside.

The master suite can be accessed by a beautiful wrought iron and wood staircase or by the multi-level elevator.  You enter the master suite through a sitting room with double doors, a breakfast bar is at the ready so that you can wake and take your morning coffee or tea on the master suite veranda and enjoy your spectacular morning sunrise views.  Double bathrooms with showers and bathtub, dressing room closets and well appointed spaces.

There is a separate entry guest room with full bathroom, which could also be used as a home office or gym space, with elevator access.

The estate is gated with a formal motorcourt with hand laid, acid washed cobblestone entry driveway.  Custom wrought iron exterior light fixtures, private water well for exterior irrigation, cistern and two underground water storage tanks, whole house water system, located on approximately three acres.

THE SPECTACULAR SETTING – Set amongst Italian Cypress and Olive trees with rosemary and blooming Bouganvilla, the property encompasses three carefree acres of easily maintained landscape.  Contiguous to the property is a vast open space of hiking trails in the Montecito foothills, and the natural beauty of western scrub and California Oaks and boulders.  The magnificent views from almost every elevation on the property offer a spectacular vantage point for morning sunrise and Pacific Coast evening sunsets.

In addition to the fabulous interior living spaces, the estate offers a summer kitchen with built in barbeque, two way fireplace with firewood storage, breathtaking view verandas, Infinity pool and spa, green grass, fragrant rosemary and casual indoor and outdoor living.  Wine room and elevator.

THE GUEST HOUSE – Adorned with a main living room and soaring ceilings and walls of glass, the peaceful views from the guest house will offer a sanctuary to your friends and family.  The one bedroom and full bathroom guest house features air conditioning, Turkish granite floors and luxurious finishes throughout.

THE ADDRESS – Located at one of the world’s most prestigious addresses, Montecito, California is located on the California Central Coast and is home to the most discriminating buyers worldwide.  Known for its grace and beauty, Montecito is nestled just two miles southeast of Santa Barbara with the backdrop of the Montecito Foothills and glorious ocean views.  Montecito, and the surrounding areas, offer museums, contemporary arts, symphony, hiking, biking, trails, horseback riding, sailing, golf and miles and miles of space to walk and take in the ocean air.  Upscale boutiques in the upper and lower villages are conveniently located within minutes of major shopping areas, world-famous specialty restaurants and a small local airport.  Montecito is small enough to offer a welcoming hometown feel, yet cosmopolitan enough to attract some of the world’s most important dignitaries and celebrities. 

Incredible Montecito Value - $11,900,000.