Montecito

A Story of Tradition

On any given Friday in Montecito, the farmers market is a favored tradition for locals and  visitors alike. Stroll to the market each week from this classic 1940’s home and enjoy living in the midst of the Montecito lifestyle and all it has to offer.
 
Pass through the white picket fence with rose covered arch to experience a bit of old Montecito charm in this carefully renovated home with modern amenities. Amidst classic architecture and design, attention to period details has been preserved. Cove ceilings with tray detail, wide base moldings, plaster walls with faux finishes and restored oak floors bring tradition and warmth to this home.  Every room is sunny and bright with an abundance of natural light from doors and windows leading to and from patios, decks and private gardens.
 
The living room centers around a stone fireplace that is the focal point of this inviting living space.  With a state-of-the-art sound system carefully hidden away and built-in media connections for the large flat screen TV over the fireplace, this room brings everyone together.
 
The formal dining room is conveniently located between the living room and kitchen. The mocha faux finished walls  and iron chandelier add just the right touch of  elegance to formal or casual dining. French doors lead to the deck overlooking a magnificent and unique flowering hibiscus, stately eucalyptus trees and tranquil gardens below.
 
The sun drenched kitchen with a classic farm sink and views of the backyard  is well appointed with Viking cook top, 2 Thermador convection ovens, Sub-zero refrigerator  and Bosch dishwasher.  The butcher block center island and counter tops bring natural surfaces to compliment the white cabinets with frosted glass fronts and iron hardware. A built-in desk area with computer connections is the ideal location to search the web for new recipes or browse through cookbooks and daily mail.  An added convenience of this two story  home is the unexpected and unique Vertical Valet making grocery transport from the downstairs garage a mere push of a button.
 
The Master Bedroom is a romantic spot with plenty of light from windows and a door leading to the deck.  A built-in window seat is flanked by built-in cupboards with connections for a television. Two well organized closets complete this space. The bathroom, just outside the master bedroom, is appointed with marble hexagonal tile floors, shower over tub, pedestal sink, marble top cabinet and built-in medicine cabinet.
 
Also upstairs is a corner room with more organized closets, abundance of light and the ability to convert to a fourth bedroom, office or den.
 
Through French doors off both the kitchen and living rooms is the expansive deck of tropical Ipe hardwood  - thoughtfully constructed to  take advantage of the hummingbirds, lush landscape and the serenity and joy of year round outdoor living.  A fully equipped outdoor kitchen boasts a large gas barbeque, side burners, refrigerator and marble counters. A hot tub is part of the expected features of this wonderful deck. There is the added convenience of gas plumbing for outdoor heaters for chilly nights and the deck wraps around for additional access to the dining room and master bedroom as well.
 
Descend the stairs to the lower level of this well designed home where the spacious family room is centered between the two additional bedrooms.  At the base of the stairs is a large laundry room with access to storage under the house.
 
The second bedroom, equal in size to the master bedroom upstairs, is bright and welcoming.  The third bedroom can act as a second master suite with a connecting bathroom with walk-in closet,  tile shower, pedestal sink and more storage in the pantry-like cabinets.
 
The downstairs stone patio outside the family room overlooks the extremely private back yard with tranquil lower lawn beneath a stately eucalyptus grove and mature landscaping. A unique feature of this yard is the reinforced foundation under the grass.
 
Evidence of quality construction continues in the completely finished garage with painted epoxy floor, built-in storage cabinets, access to the Vertical Valet and a fully operational temperature controlled wine cellar.  Through double glass doors, a large work shop is bright and efficient. Every homeowner dreams of a bonus room that can be transformed into an  art studio, craft room, family game room or spacious home office.
 
Additional amenities include air conditioning, water purification system, irrigation, landscape lighting and copper gutters.
 
 The serenity that exists in every livable inch of this property make this a comfortable and luxurious place to call home. With a perfect location, quality construction, contemporary amenities and the obvious graceful living that is found here, this home is clearly a valued investment that will stand the test of time.
 
Offered at $2,195,000