Exquisite Mediterranean Villa with Breathtaking Riviera Views
Perched on the Upper Riviera with awe-inspiring 180-degree ocean, island, city and harbor views, this entire pride-of-ownership property was impeccably engineered, remodeled and crafted to Montecito quality standards. Surrounded and anchored by impressive stone retaining walls and garden planters, the 4,100 sq. ft Spanish Mediterranean villa was designed with minute attention to custom details, including wrought-iron railings, balconies and wall sconces and attractive built-in wood cabinetry and French doors in almost every room. The 3 en-suite bedrooms, office, formal dining room and sun-drenched living room are all blessed with magnificent views. With the added features of a state-of-the-art media room and various extra work/craft rooms as well as front ocean view and private rear patios, this impressive home offers a perfect palette for the quintessential casual elegance of California living and entertaining.
A grand Mediterranean staircase with hardwood steps and tile risers leads to the upper level where gleaming hardwood floors predominate. To the right is the expansive, yet inviting, living room with its lofty-beam ceiling and a corner gas fireplace with raised hearth. On the south side, a wall of French doors opens to a large covered veranda from which sunrises, sunsets, sailboat races and 4th of July fireworks can be enjoyed. On the north side, French doors open to a rear private paver patio that is attractively adorned by a sandstone capped wall with fountain and Mediterranean inspired specimen plants and a grand retaining wall embracing it all. Conveniently extending beyone the kitchen and appointed with a gas hook-up for outdoor barbecuing, this spacious patio is perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining.
With a top of the world view and the ambience of a peaceful retreat, this striking villa is around the corner from Franceschi & Sylvan Park and only minutes away from downtown Santa Barbara, the El Encanto and the artsy Funk Zone with its plethora of chic restaurants, tasting rooms, galleries and shops. Several white sand beaches, canyon hiking trails and the Montecito Country Club are also a short drive away.
Please do not drive up driveway, and do not disturb occupant.
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