$35 Million
Montecito
The biggest draw of this Santa Barbara/Montecito property is its position high above the ocean. Situated in an elite neighborhood near the Four Seasons Biltmore, this estate provides opportunities for walks along the shoreline and the cliffs overlooking a grove of eucalyptus, pine, cypress, and palms.
Built in 1951, the home portrays the era’s chic charm and is perfect for those who appreciate easy living and classic American architecture. The expansive living room is certainly made for entertaining guests and the structure seems as if its made of light, which comes flooding in from its floor-to-ceiling windows as well as additional windows set just under the ceiling line, blurring the lines between inside and outdoors. The entire property has been thoughtfully arranged for maximum privacy while the height of the house makes window shades unnecessary.
The house is accessed via wide, pebbled stairs that appear to float above a reflecting pool lined with blue mosaic tiles. Positioned at the corner nearest to the sea, it links to a sunken dining area with a fire pit-a memorable extra feature.
Tree ferns, oaks, and a row of majestic Canary Island date palms along the cliffs form a breathtaking scene. One can relax to the gently breaking waves lapping the rocks below, breathe in the balmy air, and watch hummingbirds and woodpeckers flit through the garden. This is Santa Barbara living at its best.
Price: $35,000,000
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Realtor: Suzanne Perkins
Phone: 805.565.1214
Realty: Sotheby’s International Realty
Website: www.1086ChannelDrive.com
