280 W Mountain Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
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280 W Mountain Drive Santa Barbara, CA 93103

5 Beds

4.5 Baths

3,169 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,169 sqft

Price per Sqft $1,025

MLS Listing ID CL26835691

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1991

Lot Size 40.010 Acres

Acres 40.01

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Perched in the foothills of Montecito, this one of a kind 40 acre estate delivers spectacular sweeping views across the sparkling Pacific, Channel Islands, Santa Ynez Mountains and the twinkling lights of the city below. More than just a house, this extraordinary setting serves up an intimate observatory for the soul - a serene and transcendent environment for creative endeavor and healthy family living a true home in all senses of the word. The property features thoughtfully designed living structures created to blend indoor comfort with the raw beauty of the landscape. The main residence is a bright and inviting 2,124 square foot sanctuary featuring four bedrooms and three bathrooms, each room with its own stunning vistas and ever-changing light play. A detached 821 square foot guest suite/studio complete with a full kitchen, bath and laundry, serves as a self-contained retreat for guests or a plethora of other activities. For those seeking a touch of whimsy, an enchanting 187 square foot "Hobbit House" offers a unique escape for meditation or creativity, complemented by a detached bath featuring an invigorating outdoor shower that allows you to bathe in natural beauty. Automotive enthusiasts or hobbyists will appreciate the oversized garage with ample storage. A separate motorcycle garage can also serve as an artist studio or creative workshop. Designed for entertainment, the large main terrace features an outdoor kitchen and ample space for guests to dine against a backdrop of panoramic mountain and ocean vistas. Large, multi-level open spaces transition seamlessly to host a variety of gathering activities. A new seven seat salt water hot tub offers a rejuvenating soaking experience under a vibrant canopy of star filled skies. The model of modern energy-efficiency and self-sufficiency, the property is supplied by a private water system fed continuously by a mountain spring and a deep well, an owned updated solar system and Starlink high speed internet. Dimmable LED lights, dual heat pump HVAC and an integrated security system are part of the attention to detail. Located in the highly desirable Cold Spring School District, this gated private oasis offers incomparable privacy, views and comfort, yet is located just ten minutes to the Upper or Lower Villages and fifteen minutes from the heart of Santa Barbara. The diverse and evolving Mountain Drive community offers its own welcoming warmth. There is a close-knit feel to the neighborhood that elicits a tr

Location

State CA

County Santa Barbara

Zoning RMZ-40

Interior

Interior Features Breakfast Bar

Heating Heat Pump

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Tile, Carpet

Fireplaces Type Living Room

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator

Laundry Dryer, Washer, Inside

Exterior

Pool Above Ground, None

View Y/N true

View City Lights, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Other, Ocean

Total Parking Spaces 20

Private Pool false

Building

Story 2

Foundation Raised

Water Shared Well, Other

Level or Stories Two Story

New Construction No

Others

Tax ID 013010009

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Listed by Stephen Epstein • Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Coleen Ducut-Encarnacion
Coleen Ducut-Encarnacion

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