luxury real estate for sale Santa Barbara County, United States

It is here where the anchor drops. A one-of-a-kind masterpiece designed and rebuilt by a father (engineer) and son (carpenter) over a period of four years. No detail was overlooked in crafting this remarkable gem. The Thomas Jefferson is berthed in the beautiful and sought after Santa Barbara Harbor. As the Municipal Code has imposed restrictions on similar structures, it emphasizes the inherent value, exclusivity, and rarity of this floating home. With the exquisitely framed views of the ocean and mountains, there's a profound connection to nature and the elements. Professional hand-crafted carpentry throughout; quartered and rift white oak floors and staircase, pops of burlwood, mahogany, brass, and wool, and marble countertops with two integrated sinks. Graylite II glazed windows, Viking and Fisher & Paykel appliances, large indoor shower with a white Tadelakt plaster finish with full skylight, and after paddleboarding, surfing, or sailing, take a hot outdoor shower. Interior roof deck access with views for miles. Between the tint on the glazing and numerous interior lighting options, it's easy to remain invisible indoors; keeping the inside in and the outside out.

Make yourself comfortable in this tastefully remodeled single-level estate set on a landscaped 2.23+/- acre parcel, with an inviting pool, spa, and many intimate patios and sitting areas ideal for entertaining or outdoor enjoyment. A charming one-bedroom guest house, with its own two-car garage, is perfect for guests, home office, or extended family. The gated entry and long curving driveway create a perfect introduction to this very special home. The main residence, with four bedrooms, has an open and inviting floor plan that is ideal for the Santa Barbara lifestyle. The flow from the formal living and dining rooms to the sunny gourmet kitchen with a cozy breakfast area and adjoining family room is sure to please. French-style doors in almost every room open to lovely patios that embrace the indoor/outdoor feeling that envelopes the home. A peaceful library/office with built-in bookcases and a cozy fireplace offers a retreat to work, read, or contemplate the beauty of your surroundings. The primary bedroom suite, with doors opening to a private patio, is a luxurious retreat, complete with a lavish primary bathroom and two walk-in closets. Two sunny bedrooms, each with inviting window seats, share a bathroom, while an additional en-suite bedroom (currently used as a home gym) opens to the fully fenced pool with a gazebo. The laundry room is adjacent to the kitchen and is complete with extra storage and an adjacent full bathroom. A bonus is a delightful artist's studio that looks out to a tranquil courtyard with a lovely fountain and colorful flora.

Serene and private 4 bedroom 3 bath home with a large outdoor living area highlighted by a sparkling pool in the coveted Mountain View School District. Extensive wood decking facilitate the ease of indoor outdoor living make this home ideal for entertaining and family gatherings. Mature landscaping including fruit trees and specimen plants as well as Mountain views add to the pleasure and the exculisvity of this exceptional space located on a small cul de sac. A two car garage with a work bench and a darkroom with plumbing are added features. The property is fenced and has an off street area sutible for RV storage.

Welcome to this stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home situated in a highly sought-after location in the heart of Santa Barbara's Bungalow District. With immaculate landscaping and a majestic redwood tree welcoming you as you approach the home, pride of ownership is evident from the moment you arrive. Upon entering, your attention will be drawn to the exquisite original hardwood floors and extraordinary level of detail that was dedicated to this home. The spacious living area is bathed in natural light, thanks to large windows that offer picturesque views of the surrounding neighborhood. The open floor plan seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen, providing an ideal space for entertaining guests or spending quality time with family. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and ample storage space. On the main floor, you'll find three bedrooms, with one of them being suitable for use as an office. Located on the upper level, the primary bedroom offers a spacious layout, walk-in closet, and an ensuite bathroom with luxurious fixtures and finishes. From the balcony, you can enjoy a scenic view of the Santa Barbara Riviera, allowing you to relish in breathtaking scenery without stepping foot outside your home. The inclusion of an attached garage, along with extra parking space in front, enhances the convenience and practicality of the property. When accessing the garage through the private alley, you will value the increased privacy it provides. The backyard serves as a true oasis, featuring beautiful fountains, a captivating stone fireplace, and a relaxing spa, perfect for outdoor gatherings and relaxation. This home is conveniently located near Alameda Park, State Street, and other amenities such as the Santa Barbara Mission, Courthouse, and County Bowl, making it a desirable neighborhood to live in. Do not miss out on the opportunity to make this house your forever home.

Located close to the downtown shops and restaurants of Old Town Santa Ynez is this two story ranch style 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom house at the end of the cul-de-sac. The creekside setting has majestic oak trees and feels like your own personal park. Boundless personal choice update possibilities await to make this a next level oasis all within a short distance to downtown Santa Ynez.

Big home on large lot offers space for everybody. Original 3 bedrooms & 2 baths downstairs, plus a converted garage to huge Living Room, fireplace, wet bar, and loads of custom cupboards and shelves. Added above is a super-sized Primary bedroom, full bath, and 5th bedroom or office. Spacious closets in both upstairs rooms. Generous patio area around the pool. There are some issues that a Buyer will need to address so the property is priced accordingly and will be sold AS IS by Trustee.

An unparalleled opportunity awaits behind the gates of Montecito's exclusive Birnam Wood Golf Club. Positioned on one of the most desired parcels within the club, this private, south-facing 4,489+/- square foot residence spans nearly 3/4 of an acre. Its flat, usable landscape distinguishes it, an exceptional feature among the limited parcels without direct fairway frontage or golf ball activity. This estate property features a pool, inviting patios, lawns, orchards, 3 car garage, a gated driveway, and incredible mountain views. This is a true legacy property to be enjoyed for generations.

Welcome to La Ventana... this 5 bedroom 4 bath home is meticulously maintained and is located in a gated community. This home offers a separate legal ADU with a private bath perfect for granny quarters, guest room, or home office. Upon entering you are greeted by a formal living and dining room perfect for entertaining. The home spans over 3200 sqft offering room to spread out in the home or enjoy the stunning backyard with lush landscaping, covered pergola, and eastern-facing sun. Amenities include a 3-car tandem garage, living room, and family room which looks onto the private yard, an open floor plan with high ceilings, a large office with a variety of uses, plantation shutters, and an indoor laundry room. The lower level features a formal living & dining room, a gourmet kitchen with an island, and a breakfast bar, all open to a large family room with a beautiful fireplace and hand-crafted entertainment center. A 3/4 bath & indoor laundry as well as an oversized office with exceptional cabinetry complete the downstairs. Upstairs you will find 4 bedrooms plus the grand primary suite offering a walk-in closet, dual sink vanity, a soaking tub, and a large walk-in shower. The home is situated on a spacious lot and at the end of a cul-de-sac. HOA includes the pool and clubhouse. This is an amazing opportunity to purchase in La Ventana where homes do not come up often!

Here's a chance to get into a classic California Cottage. Located in the coveted Marine Terrace neighborhood on the East Mesa. The home is on San Julian Ave, a very quiet, short street, with minimal traffic. So close to Shoreline Park, the harbor, waterfront and downtown. A little bit of ocean and mountain views can be seen from the kitchen and east bedroom. The kitchen opens to an outside patio and private backyard with fruit trees and fragrant jasmine. The entire house has been freshly painted outside and inside. It has beautiful oak floors that have been refinished and varnished to a warm glow. The kitchen has a new floor and gas range. The sewer lateral was installed in 2023. This is the first time on the market since 1962.

Majestic Oak & Jacaranda trees lead to this spectacular 4 bed 3.5 bath estate spanning over 2850 sq ft in a prime San Roque location. Transformed in 2002 by Zimmerman architects, this Post War Cape Cod features two primary suites, interacting w/ nature through verdant apertures framing mountain views while skylights illuminate the interior. A beautifully designed kitchen w/ marble counters & quality appliances, is the hub of the home. Beamed & vaulted ceilings create an airy design, complemented by pleasing room dimensions & a splendid floorplan. Formal gates & tall hedges surround the front yard, while a stylish patio in the back is ideal for dining & socializing. The terraced backyard, flowers abound, provides secret spots for a hot tub, a place to write, an amphitheater for stargazing. Santa Barbara living awaits with a grand covered entry, leisurely strolls to Stevens Park, and access to Los Padres National Forest. Nearby State St. offers natural foods stores, artisanal coffee shops, and renowned restaurants. A spacious garage with an electric car charging station completes this luxurious residence.

A great opportunity to add your own touches to this spacious four-bedroom two bath home located on a lot which has an extra-large backyard. A brick wood burning gas fireplace with a mirror above it highlights the spacious living room. The home has a kitchen with a dining area and both bathrooms are full baths with a shower over bathtubs . There is an attached two car garage with lots of storage, a laundry sink, and laundry hookups with a gas connection. The exterior of the home was recently painted, and a new composition roof was installed in 2021. This wonderful home is close to bus lines, schools, restaurants, shopping, parks, bike and hiking trails.

Close to shopping and dining is this 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom with a spacious living room and fireplace. The kitchen opens to the dining room and breakfast bar area. Upstairs there are 2 well-sized bedrooms and 2 full baths. There is a large patio suited for outdoor dining, entertaining, and BBQ’s. There is a single-car attached garage with laundry. The Alamo Pintado Village has a community clubhouse with a pool, spa, and sport court.

Welcome to Bright Springs Ranch. A Serene 5.06 Acre Property with a Rich History of Providing the Santa Barbara and Carpinteria Farmer's Markets with Fresh Healthy Fruits, Vegetables & Flowers. There is a Spacious Processing & Packing Building with High Ceilings & Roll Up Door. 2 Small Outbuildings & a Modest 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Home with an Open Floor Plan & High Ceilings. There is also a Tennis Court and area for Horses. An Excellent Location Just Two Parcels Down from the Santa Barbara Polo Fields! The Property's Southerly Orientation Enjoys Ocean Island Sunrise to Sunset and Mountain Views. Close to Padaro Beach, Restaurants and all Carpinteria Has to Offer.

A crown jewel atop the American Riviera, Huskalow, or “Sunset Hill,” offers views and privacy in a rare 2.24+/-AC retreat. Designed in 1919 by renowned architect Reginald Davis Johnson in “The California Architecture” style, his signature fusion of English, Anglo Colonial, Craftsman, and Mediterranean elements, Huskalow is an estate of relaxed simplicity and grace. The home contains 5,721+/-SqFt of living space with 7BD, 4BA/2HBA yet “lives” inviting and warm. The historic residence and hilltop property are perfectly meshed, taking advantage of serene sweeping vistas of the Pacific including the Santa Barbara harbor and Channel Islands, then north to La Cumbre Peak and Santa Ynez Range. The garden includes specimen oaks and a reflecting pond originally designed by noted landscape designer Lockwood de Forrest Jr.; it has been enhanced by Pat Brodie Landscapes to include native California plants, a fruit orchard, roses and a succulent/cactus garden. The residence embraces classic features beloved by Reginald Johnson, many of them reminiscent of hacienda or Spanish Revival styles: hand-hewn fir beamed ceiling, Saltillo tile, oak and fir flooring, arches and perfectly textured plaster walls. There are 5 fireplaces and graceful arches that feel Spanish. French doors open to a central courtyard with ocean views, the heart of outdoor living. The current owners call themselves “caretakers” of Huskalow and engaged Ferguson-Ettinger Architects to carefully supervise improvements to lighten and open the home, enhance the landscape and hardscape, all with integrity while preserving its special design elements. Stone pillars and a sweeping drive opens to a formal sandstone driveway circle; a stone path winds to a Craftsman inspired brick and pillared porch. The formal entry, with its rustic small Saltillo tiles and graceful stairway leads to an adjacent library that has a cozy English feel with built-in bookcases, charming fireplace, and lovely views. The living room, grand in scale with massive hand-hewn fir beams projects an air of relaxed comfort with reading nooks, fireplace and French doors opening to the north veranda and mountain views. The current owners, serious cooks, have created a chef’s working kitchen with walk in pantry, breakfast nook, menu desk opening to a once formal dining room, now filled with light and ocean views through picture window, plus warming fireplace. French doors flow onto the brick courtyard for festive holiday dinners, weddings, or quiet evenings around the outdoor fireplace…California style! French doors in the primary suite open to a private terrace with a perfect cameo of the yacht harbor and Stearn’s Wharf. 2BD in the primary wing are currently used as offices. Two separate wings offer 4BD/2BA with flexibility for family, guests, crafts, music. A spacious recreation room with its own fenced deck adjoins laundry center, oversized garage, ample storage; with abundant onsite parking. Original sandstone pavers and rocks create paths to pleasing environments; delight is always around the corner. An artfully designed koi pond with cascading waterfall leads to a relaxing spa and sparkling pool, all with sweeping views of ocean, harbor, islands, and city. A romantic covered brick verandah stretches northside offering respite to enjoy mountain colors and visiting wildlife near the pond. The orchard, kitchen garden, and hen house gift bounty and joy! The Upper Riviera, known for exceptional views and perfect climate, offers parks, open spaces, and secret paths for strolling/hiking, dining at the Belmond El Encanto Hotel, films at the Riviera Theatre, and beyond to vibrant restaurants and shops in downtown Santa Barbara. Or, simply embrace nature and solitude cherished by past stewards of Huskalow, “Sunset Hill”…the start of your own traditions, your own legacy.

Welcome to a sanctuary where the elegance of the 1920s meets the pinnacle of 21st-century sophistication. Immerse yourself in this meticulously renovated Mediterranean marvel, located in the heart of Santa Barbara's Upper East. This residence stands as a testament to architectural integrity and modern innovation, offering an unparalleled living experience with 6 bedrooms and 4 baths, ensuring ample space for both comfort and luxury. Perched atop a slight knoll, every room in this home opens up to unique, breathtaking vistas encompassing mountains, the ocean, and the charming neighborhoods below, weaving the natural beauty of Santa Barbara seamlessly into the fabric of daily life. Enriched by the iconic Santa Barbara Mission and the classic elegance of the Upper East neighborhood, the property marries historic grace with coveted local charm. Inside, discover a harmonious blend of original 1920s grandeur with today's standards. The kitchen, a culinary dream, boasts high-end Thermador and Fisher & Paykel appliances, Caesarstone countertops, and expertly designed cabinetry. Living spaces flow beautifully, designed for grand entertaining and intimate moments alike, leading to an expansive deck that captures the essence of indoor-outdoor living against Santa Barbara's picturesque backdrop. The master suite serves as a tranquil retreat, complete with a private patio for serene escapes amidst breathtaking views. Situated in a neighborhood celebrated for its cultural and historical depth, this property offers not just a luxurious abode but a profound connection to the vibrant spirit and rich heritage of Santa Barbara. Moments from the majestic Santa Barbara Mission, this home represents a rare opportunity to inhabit a space where history and contemporary luxury converge in one of the most desirable locales.

Appealing upgrades throughout this ''Just bring your bags'', move-in ready townhouse style condo. Newer flooring, countertops, bathroom tile floors, & lighting. The main bedroom is en suite with beautiful bathroom upgrades, & all 3 upstairs bedrooms have classy shutters. Peaceful greenbelt & mountain views from the Main bedroom. Two private entertaining or relaxing areas: a sunny front patio & a back patio with gate accessing the expansive, lush greenbelt. Convenient attached garage plus uncovered space, & guest parking. The surrounding greenbelt is perfect for dog walking & exercising. All the appliances are included! Near to the pool, spa, clubhouse, gym, tot lot, & tennis court. Just blocks to Girsh Park, Marketplace theatres, Costco, shopping, cafes, & the beach.

Welcome to this light, bright, and sunny 3 bedroom, 3 full bathroom home with ocean views in beautiful Mission Canyon. Quality construction and design are evident throughout this well-appointed home and it's resort-style outdoor spaces. There is a spacious primary suite with an incredible spa-style bathroom and large walk in closet. The newly renovated kitchen and dining area with fireplace opens to a beautiful patio perfect for entertaining and indoor/outdoor living. Other features include a detached bonus room, putting green, built-in barbeque, lawns, and an inviting spa. Very secluded and serene.