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A WELCOMING MONTECITO RETREAT

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Welcome home to a world where every want and need of the most discerning guests and most active family is fulfilled.
Welcome home to a world where every want and need of the most discerning guests and most active family is fulfilled.
Imagine yourself relaxing by the large pool, the perfect local for conversation and quiet contemplation under the sun.
Imagine yourself relaxing by the large pool, the perfect local for conversation and quiet contemplation under the sun.
This marvelous Montecito hacienda-style estate is very private and serene situated on approximately 1.38 acres near the end of a private lane.
This marvelous Montecito hacienda-style estate is very private and serene situated on approximately 1.38 acres near the end of a private lane.
Both the main and guest residences are defined by open floorplans, high ceilings, archways, and abundant windows and glass doors that contribute to a refreshing quality of spaciousness and light.
Both the main and guest residences are defined by open floorplans, high ceilings, archways, and abundant windows and glass doors that contribute to a refreshing quality of spaciousness and light.
The estate's dining area transitions seamlessly to the family room.
The estate's dining area transitions seamlessly to the family room.
The kitchen features high-end appliances, a multipurpose center island, a pantry, and a traditional butler’s pantry.
The kitchen features high-end appliances, a multipurpose center island, a pantry, and a traditional butler’s pantry.
Besides the beautiful living room, there is also an office or library, a media room, chef’s kitchen with adjacent butler’s pantry, and a large wine cellar, and much, much more.
Besides the beautiful living room, there is also an office or library, a media room, chef’s kitchen with adjacent butler’s pantry, and a large wine cellar, and much, much more.
The perfect Mediterranean weather in Montecito allows the new owners to dine al fresco.
The perfect Mediterranean weather in Montecito allows the new owners to dine al fresco.
The pedestrian entry gate of this world-class estate is simply spectacular!
The pedestrian entry gate of this world-class estate is simply spectacular!
The master bedroom suite at this Montecito hacienda is quite roomy and does have a cozy fireplace, in addition to an open-beam cathedral ceiling. It also hosts dual walk-in closets and two sets of French doors opening to a pergola.
The master bedroom suite at this Montecito hacienda is quite roomy and does have a cozy fireplace, in addition to an open-beam cathedral ceiling. It also hosts dual walk-in closets and two sets of French doors opening to a pergola.
This magnificent home's chic master bathroom features a freestanding soaking tub overlooking the orchard.
This magnificent home's chic master bathroom features a freestanding soaking tub overlooking the orchard.

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From Susan Hartzler

If you’re looking for privacy and serenity in the affluent community of Montecito, CA, then you must check out this Montecito hacienda-style estate listed by leading Realtor® Cristal Clarke. Situated on approximately 1.38 acres near the end of a private lane, it features a host of abundant amenities, not the least of which is the privileged community of which it is a part. Plus, this rarefied retreat is located a short distance to all the outstanding amenities awaiting residents of the area, including the acclaimed Four Seasons Santa Barbara Biltmore and numerous pristine beaches.

There is a palpable air of refinement of the estate. The main residence features red tile roofs that provide a certain je ne sais quoi, and a high degree of architectural esthetic. They also offer a superior lifespan while delivering a perfect eco-friendly, fire-resistant, and highly sought-after roofing material.

AN OASIS OF RELAXED SOPHISTICATION
The five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom estate offers all the trappings of comfort and enjoyment reserved for properties of this stature. That includes 3 bedroom suites along with a master suite in the main residence. You'll find an additional bedroom suite in the guest house. The home also has the perfect room for an office or library, and a chef’s kitchen with an adjacent butler’s pantry. There’s a large wine cellar for your private collection, and the open floorplan living and family rooms are bright and airy. The media room has a superb sound system while, nearby, a versatile bonus room can serve as a crafts, yoga or art studio, or an additional office.

Enter the grounds to an enchanting fountain surrounded by drought-resistant landscaping, a single majestic tree, and a small fruit orchard. This is a perfect compound for an active family who will enjoy the tennis court, the large and beautiful pool and spa, expansive lawns and areas for bocce ball and croquet courts, a putting green and more.

Both the main and guest residences have open floorplans, high beamed ceilings, archways, fireplaces, wide plank hardwood floors, and abundant windows and glass doors. There are dramatic mountain views from most rooms as well as from the extensive grounds.

A CULINARY CENTER MEANT FOR FESTIVE GATHERINGS
The kitchen of this Montecito hacienda features the high-end appliances along with a multipurpose center island, pantry and traditional butler’s pantry. The dining area seamlessly flows into the family room, or dine al fresco on the terrace that features a beautiful painted Spanish tile fountain surrounded by vignettes of the grounds. Montecito's perfect Mediterranean weather will allow the new owners, family and guests to enjoy Montecito’s coveted indoor-outdoor lifestyle year-round.

RESTFUL SANCTUARIES
The spacious master suite hosts an open-beam cathedral ceiling, a cozy fireplace, dual walk-in closets and two sets of French doors opening to a pergola. There is also a well-appointed bathroom en suite with a freestanding soaking tub overlooking the orchard. The 3 additional bedroom suites in the primary residence each offer superior accommodations and a bath en suite.

A CORNUCOPIA OF WORLD-CLASS AMENITIES
Outside, lush lawns, citrus trees, vegetable gardens, and impeccably trimmed hedges await. The large swimming pool and accompanying in-ground spa are encircled by lovely flagstones set into the emerald lawn, while the tennis court and its charming cabaña are only a stone's throw away.

The hacienda’s guest house can be found across from the courtyard. It also features open-beam ceilings complimented by French doors leading to vine-covered pergolas. This special space hosts a fireplace in the living room, an attached wine cellar, bathroom and amazing views of the grounds.

For more information, visit montecito-estate.com/lis... To book a tour, please contact Cristal Clarke at (805) 886-9378 or email her at Cristal@montecito-estate.com.