Wendy Gragg presents

Plans are currently in the process of full design approval for a single level, ocean and mountain view Modern Farmhouse with pool. This 4 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath, 5,835 square foot home with sandstone accents features custom details including iron doors and windows that bring the beautiful outdoors into the home. This 5 acre view parcel is in an exclusive gated community affording the privacy and space that all buyers are seeking. The graceful drive to the expansive motor court leads to the attached 3 car garage. Expertly designed landscape caps this very rare offering in close proximity to all Montecito has to offer.

Address: 630 Cima Vista Lane, Montecito, CA 93108

Price: $2,695,000

Photo credit: David Palermo Photography

For more information, please contact Wendy Gragg at 805.453.3371 or wgragg@distinctiverealestateonline.com

Wendy Gragg is the exclusive agent representing the Santa Barbara, California market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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There’s so much to love about living in Santa Barbara. It’s difficult to choose only 10 reasons, but we were challenged to do that, so here goes . . .

10 Reasons Why Living in Santa Barbara is a Dream Come True

#1 – The weather. Few other places have a temperate Mediterranean climate like Santa Barbara. Due to its central, protected location, Santa Barbara enjoys an average of 300 days of sunshine a year and hardly has to worry about storm clouds appearing on its horizon.

The average annual rainfall here is no more than 18 inches. Of course, we do have exceptions in the form of occasional downpours, dry spells, and even dustings of snow on our beautiful Santa Ynez Mountains. Snow? In Santa Barbara? Well, the last time it actually snowed in Santa Barbara was in January of 1949 when 2 inches fell.

Photo Credit: Summers Case

#2 – The beaches. The area has been dubbed the American Riviera with good reason. There’s no shortage of creamy, sun-kissed beaches here. Within the city itself are East Beach, West Beach, and Leadbetter Beach: all broad, beautiful and family-friendly.

Swimming, kayaking, windsurfing, beach volleyball, and traditional surfing are among the favorite beach sports. In fact, the Santa Barbara area has long been a surfing mecca. Some of the best places to catch a wave here are Leadbetter Point in Santa Barbara, Hammonds in Montecito, and Rincon Point just a short drive down Hwy 101.

#3 – The Spanish Colonial architecture. Santa Barbara’s collection of white stucco homes, government, commercial and retail buildings with red tile roofs and intricate wrought-iron detailing is one of its defining features. Many in the downtown area were built after the 1925 earthquake, which technically makes them Spanish Colonial Revival.

Photo Credit: Summers Case

Visitors and locals alike appreciate the beauty of Old Mission Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara Courthouse, and other historically and architecturally significant landmarks. The local affluent enclaves of Hope Ranch and Montecito are the location of world-class estates built in the Spanish Colonial Revival style.

#4 – Stearns Wharf and the Harbor. Stearns Wharf is the oldest working wharf in California and dates back to 1872. Now home to a vibrant array of shops and restaurants, it is one of the city’s most notable landmarks and one of the best places to get a good view of the coast. It is also, along with the harbor area, one of the best places to enjoy fresh seafood. The Santa Barbara Harbor hosts more than a thousand boat slips. It’s a great place to see a wide array of watercraft: from vintage dinghies to impressive yachts.

#5 – State Street and the Downtown area. This is the cultural and commercial heart of the city and is immensely walkable. Take a stroll, browse through the shops – quite a few of which are one-of-a-kind – and sample a variety of international cuisines in upscale restaurants and charming cafés.

Photo Credit: Berkshire Hathaway

Don’t miss Santa Barbara’s “Funk Zone,” a former warehouse district that is newly hopping with wine and beer tasting rooms, galleries, eateries and much more. Downtown Farmer’s Markets are popular as well and are held on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

#6 – The homes. One of the biggest reasons for living in Santa Barbara is the scope and variety of architectural styles. From Spanish, Craftsman, Tudor and Contemporary, to charming cottages and bungalows — many just a few blocks from the city center — assure every potential home buyer a chance at finding a home they’ll love. You can live near the downtown area, in the Riviera neighborhood overlooking the town and with spectacular ocean and island views, or in the family-friendly La Cumbre and Rincon Valley neighborhoods.

#7 – The cultural scene. The arts are very much alive in Santa Barbara and you can spend days gallery hopping here, and nights enjoying theatrical and ballet performances, musical concerts, and more. Among the most notable venues are:

• Santa Barbara Museum of Art
• Historical Society Museum
• Museum of Natural History
• and the Arlington, Granada and Lobero Theaters.

#8 – The wines. The world-class vineyards and wineries of the Santa Ynez Valley are less than an hour over beautiful San Marcos Pass, and there are more than a few wineries and tasting rooms in Santa Barbara’s “Funk Zone” downtown.

#9 – The Backcountry. The great outdoors is never too far away when you’re living in Santa Barbara and if you’re not in the mood for the beach, you can always head to the hills and up into the Santa Ynez Mountains. Hike, bike or ride a horse into the San Rafael Wilderness in the Los Padres National Forest.

#10 – The Bastions of Higher Education. There are no fewer than two public and six private post-secondary schools in Santa Barbara or nearby. The largest is the University of California at Santa Barbara, one of the most popular schools in the entire University of California system. Santa Barbara City College is a highly rated 2-year college in the U.S. For a complete list of Santa Barbara area schools, check out the Schools page.

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Luxury downtown single-level condo in the Anacapa Villas! One of the rare contemporary-style condos in this gated development that includes a garage and elevator, offering extreme privacy and direct interior access to the condo when coming up from the garage. With patios on each end of the building and gorgeous Santa Barbara views out of both sides, this is the ultimate in downtown living and entertaining. The bedrooms are generous in size and offer French doors to the exterior. The master bathroom offers both a soaking tub and shower; each bathroom is very nicely appointed. Numerous “Romeo & Juliet” balconies, a fireplace in the living room, wood flooring, ample storage space, a gourmet kitchen with large island and pantry, and top of the line appliances are just a few of the amenities worth noting. Located right in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, this hip condo is close to everything from the restaurant scene, to local culture, the Santa Barbara harbor, beautiful beaches, and so much more. This is a must-see property that does not come available often!

Address: 618 Anacapa St., #6, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Price: $1,750,000

For more information, please contact Emily Kellenberger at 805-252-2773 or emily@villagesite.com

Emily Kellenberger is the exclusive agent representing the Montecito, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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An exquisitely renovated home in a premier location offering unobstructed south facing ocean, harbor & city views along with ultimate privacy and easy access to downtown Santa Barbara is an unbeatable combination for this exciting Riviera offering.

Upon entering the foyer you are instantly immersed in the luxury of this light-filled residence which features wide plank French oak floors, walls of glass and high end finishes throughout. As you step into the great room it is difficult to peel your eyes away from the stunning views featuring Santa Barbara’s harbor as the centerpiece along with the panoramic ocean, island and intimate city vistas. The casual yet sophisticated public spaces provide an open style of living including easy access to an expansive view terrace offering the Santa Barbara lifestyle ideal for entertaining and/or daily relaxation. This level of the home also features two private bedrooms suites and the “master retreat” complete with a luxurious spa-like bath and the perfect place to enjoy an inspiring sunrise or romantic city lights in the evening.

The lower level of this thoughtfully designed home provides a private guest suite, a family/media room and a home office all with incredible ocean and city views. Additionally, there is an abundance of bonus space on this level that is ideal for extra storage but also provides endless possibilities for such amenities as a wine grotto, art studio, gift wrapping station or a yoga room. All together this special Riviera retreat with unobstructed views and supreme privacy is the home you may never want to leave.

Address: 365 Loma Media Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Price: $3,295,000

For more information, please contact Chris Palme at 805-448-3066 or chris@sbrivierahomes.com

Chris Palme is the exclusive agent representing the Santa Barbara, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

Photos courtesy of Chris Palme

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Incredible bungalow-style home offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a 1-car garage that is located behind private gates with carriage doors, creating a wonderful bonus space that opens to the beautiful secluded backyard. With gorgeous landscaping in front and back, the rear yard is enhanced by raised vegetable beds and a fabulous deck for entertaining and lounging in the sun. Loaded with natural sunlight and charming details throughout, a new roof, new sewer lateral line, foundation upgrades, fresh paint, and extensive maintenance and improvements, this is the perfect Santa Barbara oasis!

Address: 1830 San Pascual St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Price: $835,000

For more information, please contact Emily Kellenberger at 805-252-2773 or emily@villagesite.com

Emily Kellenberger is the exclusive agent representing the Montecito, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

Photos courtesy of Emily Kellenberger 

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The Upper Riviera’s El Encanto District is one of the most coveted locations in Santa Barbara. This enchanting neighborhood features curved roads lined with stone walls, a world-class boutique hotel & restaurant and beautiful homes on gracious lots with mature landscaping and breathtaking vistas of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Ynez mountain range. On a prominent knoll in the heart of this neighborhood is a peaceful contemporary style retreat offering soothing mountain views in the front and inspiring ocean, city & harbor views from the private back yard. This expertly reconstructed residence offers a perfect combination of casual Santa Barbara style living along with contemporary design elements and upscale amenities providing an ideal environment for relaxing and/or entertaining. The light-filled home features wide plank French White Oak floors, an irresistible great room with soaring ceilings and cascading doors creating seamless indoor/outdoor living and an inviting living room complete with a cozy fireplace and easy access to an incredible view terrace. Near the kitchen is a separate wing that offers an office alcove along with two guest bedrooms and a beautifully appointed full bath. On the west side of the foyer is the main sleeping wing providing two bedrooms adjoining a full bath along with the private master suite offering romantic mountain views from the bedroom and peaceful ocean views from the spa-like master bath. The estate-like grounds are another prominent feature of this special property. Mature trees and gardens shield the front of the home from the road and a stately driveway provides an abundance of guest parking. The back and side yards are a private oasis featuring view terraces, a generous lawn area for recreation and an enclosed side yard ideal for kids, pets and/or gardening. All together this tranquil retreat provides the perfect environment for a relaxing lifestyle in one of Santa Barbara’s most sought after locations.

Address: 2203 Las Tunas Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Price: $3,495,000

For more information, please contact Chris Palme at 805-448-3066 or chris@sbrivierahomes.com

Chris Palme is the exclusive agent representing the Santa Barbara, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

Photos courtesy of Chris Palme 

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This incredible property offers a formal living room, formal dining area, charming sun room, a ground-floor bedroom and full bathroom, master suite upstairs with luxurious bathroom, ocean and island views, and its own private deck.

The gourmet kitchen that is an absolute entertainer's delight with an oversized island with state of the art panoramic doors that open up to the exterior deck, eliminating the divide between the interior and exterior of the home.

In addition, there is a brand new 2-car garage, private yard, drought tolerant landscaping, and the perfect space for a wine cellar.

Address: 435 E. Valerio, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Price: $2,795,000

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 3

View the listing here.

Emily Kellenberger is the exclusive agent representing the Montecito, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

Images courtesy of Emily Kellenberger

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