Montecito

Stylish Montecito

A stunning example of Montecito style by renowned architect Jock Sewall.  This four bedroom, six bathroom estate is perfectly situated into the natural landscape with picturesque views of the Montecito foothills, mature oaks at the end of a tree lined and flowering private drive, this quintessential Montecito estate is elegant, and offers the new owner wonderful privacy.  The main home is approximately 5,539 +/- square feet of living space.

The entry to this inspiring residence is gated with 778 +/- square foot three car garage with stone work and vines.  Formal living room boasts large picture windows which frame the flowering gardens, grass and mature trees.  In typical Sewell style, the beamed soaring ceilings add to one’s experience of this home, perfectly placed walls for art collectors, a suite of French doors to the garden and focal point gas log burning fireplace.  Rich wood cabinets and shelving add to the warmth of the formal library/office space.  The formal dining room is a pleasant space, but will serve the casual comfort suitable for all lifestyles. There is a built-in barbeque for al fresco patio dining, all with easy access to the kitchen.

The kitchen is a master piece, offering open concept living at its finest.  The kitchen offers top-of-the-line appliances, stone countertops, prep sink, and wet bar.  There is a kitchen breakfast bar along with dine-in breakfast kitchen space.  There is a convenient butler's pantry with plenty of storage and built-in wine refrigeration.  The kitchen area adjoins the expansive family room entertaining area, featuring Plantation shutters, fireplace and easy access to the patios.

The entry level master suite is a gracious retreat away from it all.  The luxurious master offers French doors to the patios and lots of natural light, with separate and functional office looking out over the garden.  Master bathroom features soaking bathtub, separate shower stall, linen storage, dual sinks, dual commodes, dual walk-in closets, and lovely views of the gardens.  Upstairs offers three spacious and beautifully decorated en suite bedrooms.

This Montecito estate is situated on 1.50+/- acres of gated land offering avocado trees, formal rose garden, lavender and drought tolerant plantings.  Patios with fireplaces, built-in barbeque, 625 square foot pool house with loft, full bathroom and kitchen amenities.  The sparkling swimming pool with spa adds to the enjoyable experience of owning this property.   This estate is the finest example of Montecito living with the highest attention to architectural integrity and character.

This property location offers the new owner all the conveniences of a prestigious Montecito address, including Montecito Union Elementary School attendance area, local boutiques, post office, small and friendly hardware store, bookstore, secretarial service, local general practice physician, linen shop, restaurants, bistros, banks, an old-fashioned gas station (yes, the attendant washes your windows and he will greet you by name),   private golf courses, private tennis club and easy access to the north and south Interstate 101.