luxury houses with panoramic view for sale Santa Barbara, United States

Perched at the end of a quiet lane and set on more than 2.25 acres, Villa Vista Bella is a breathtaking estate featuring two residences: a Tuscan-inspired main home and a newly remodeled guest house. Surrounded by sweeping views of the ocean, islands, harbor, and mountains, this gated compound offers extraordinary privacy, timeless architecture, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. The main residence spans ~7,000 square feet across two thoughtfully designed levels, featuring four spacious en-suite bedrooms, five full bathrooms, and two powder rooms. Rich architectural details bring warmth and character throughout the home, including vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, Brazilian walnut flooring, and limestone fireplaces, while expansive French doors frame the surrounding views. Upon entering, the home immediately reveals sweeping views of the ocean. Grand living and entertaining spaces are thoughtfully designed with a natural flow between rooms, creating a home that feels both elegant and highly livable. The gourmet kitchen, appointed with professional-grade appliances and refined finishes, opens seamlessly to the great room and breakfast area, while nearby doors lead to the covered loggia and terraces, creating an inviting setting for both everyday living and gatherings with family and friends. The spacious primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat with fireplace, ocean views, and a spa-like bath. Additional amenities include several flexible spaces currently configured as a private office with custom built-ins, theater room, wine cellar, and gym. Designed to embrace Santa Barbara's renowned indoor-outdoor lifestyle, the grounds feature expansive terraces, a covered loggia for al fresco dining, and an infinity-edge pool and spa overlooking the dramatic coastal and mountain vistas. The beautifully landscaped gardens, originally designed by Robert E. Truskowski, offer manicured lawns, mature plantings, and tranquil pathways throughout the property. Privately positioned on the grounds, a newly remodeled ~1,200 sq. ft. two-bedroom, 1.5-bath guest house offers a private retreat for visitors or extended family. The guest residence features open living spaces, a full kitchen, and an upper-level deck with spa enjoying picturesque views. Additional highlights include two garage structures with space for three cars, workshop space, a generous motor court, a separate art studio located behind the guest house, and a charming fountain courtyard that creates a welcoming arrival to the property. Exceptionally private and beautifully designed, Villa Vista Bella offers a rare opportunity to experience the very best of Montecito living, where sweeping views, elegant architecture, and effortless indoor-outdoor spaces come together in one remarkable estate.

This Ten Acre Ocean View Property currently offers a newer guest residence, large workshop, extensive infrastructure, and active expansion plans, representing a rare large-scale coastal estate property within Santa Barbara city limits close to all the best of Montecito and Santa Barbara. It was previously entitled for a 6,673± square foot estate compound including residence, garage, decks, and pool. A beautifully engineered gated drive curves through meadows, pepper trees and palms, arriving at sweeping mountain, coastline, and island views that unfold across the property beneath Gibraltar and a panorama of Santa Barbara’s front country, framed by majestic scenery and a remarkable sense of scale and drama. Substantial infrastructure has already been completed across the property. The property is serviced by 3-phase power, a 2-inch agricultural water meter, and 1-inch domestic water supporting a wide range of estate, agricultural, creative, and workshop uses. With substantial groundwork already completed, the property offers a compelling blend of privacy, utility, scale, and flexibility within Santa Barbara city limits. The parcel’s size, infrastructure, and existing access configuration may also present additional estate planning or development opportunities, subject to City approvals. A rare lifestyle opportunity on Mountain Drive with convenient access to Montecito, the Upper East, and downtown Santa Barbara.

NEW CONSTRUCTION! Oak Terrace is Santa Barbara's first all-modern-contemporary single-family home community, offering 6 newly built residences on a private cul-de-sac in coveted San Roque. This single-level estate offers a versatile layout with 4 beds , 4 baths and 2630 SF with scenic mountain views. A flagstone patio creates a tranquil first impression, while the 11 ft tall great room opens through multi-slide doors for indoor/outdoor living. The designer kitchen features Noblessa cabinetry, Caesarstone counters, Wolf and Bosch appliances, an expansive island and pass-through window to the BBQ bar and outdoor kitchen. The primary suite offers dual walk-in closets and a spa-inspired bath. With owned solar and future ADU potential over the garage, this is modern SB living with future flexibility.

Oceanfront Sanctuary where every day feels like a luxurious vacation, ideally located in the sought-after Mesa Marine Terrace. Designed by esteemed Architect Don Pederson and built by Giffin & Crane, this Soft Contemporary Home offers breathtaking Front Row Sparkling Ocean and Scenic Sunset Views. Imagine sipping your morning coffee as Dolphins and Sailboats glide by, in this stunning Move-in Ready residence, featuring designer finishes and a generous layout with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, approx. 3,100+/- SF. The ideal Primary Suite has Soaring Ceilings, a cozy Fireplace, and an Elevated Covered Outdoor Terrace with a Skylight, where you can marvel at the Beauty of the Pacific. Retreat to a spa-like bathroom with deep soaking tub and shower, dual vanities, and two walk-in closets. Entertain with ease in the European-inspired kitchen with stone countertops, high-end appliances and a dramatic open concept layout, with soaring beamed ceilings and large windows that showcase the expansive Ocean vistas. The home is elevated so you can see the Panoramic Ocean Views from your serene spacious living areas filled with Natural Light from the many Skylights and Glass Doors which lead to a second secluded Sea Viewing Terrace to watch the Pelicans go by. This Quiet and Peaceful Home also features a Garden Oasis with a secluded Deck, BBQ, Fruit Trees & exotic succulents, with Potential room for a Lap Pool. Plus, Media Room/Home Office, soft on your feet bamboo wood floors throughout the home, dual pane windows, A/C, separate Garden Entrance, Hot Outdoor Shower, two car garage and EV charger. Located along Shoreline Park, near Hope Ranch & just minutes to Montecito, this home places you in the heart of an idyllic beach lifestyle. Here, ocean lovers and beach walkers can relish the ease of Santa Barbara's famed indoor-outdoor living, where you can move right in and cherish picture windows that showcase these outstanding Ocean views. It is also in the celebrated Washington School District. Your world will be filled with daily ocean strolls, sunrises and sunsets, you can watch for dolphins and whales, see colorful boats go by, stroll to art shows and restaurants and in minutes and enjoy music & wineries in the Funk Zone. Close to golfing, shopping, ease of being closer for quicker SB 101 to Los Angeles trips, easy to get to the Santa Barbara Airport & more. Play in the waves, stroll, kayak, take boat trips, paddle board, visit the Yacht Club, see tidepools, dip in the ocean, and experience your happiest times on the coast.

Incredible Hope Ranch Lifestyle & Family Compound Opportunity. First Time Offered For Sale by Original Owners. Panoramic Mountain & City Views. Private & Secluded 1.5 Acres. Hope Ranch Amenities Include: Access to Ultimate & Private Hope Ranch Beach, Tennis Courts, Miles of Equestrian Riding Trails & Security Patrols. A Golfer's Dream Adjacent to the 6th Fairway of La Cumbre Country Club. The 4,000 SqFt. Main House is a Tudor Revival Design with Exposed Timbers & Panoramic Mountain Views. Including: (4) Fireplaces, Oak Hardwood Flooring, Wine Cellar, High Cathedral Ceilings, Country Kitchen & Separated Bedroom Wings. The 800 SqFt. Detached Guest House with Views, Fireplace, Open Beams, Oak Hardwood Flooring has One Bedroom & One Bathroom. Also Included is a Separate Guest Apartment.

Overlooking one of the most dramatic vistas in Hope Ranch, this private Mediterranean-style retreat commands extraordinary panoramic views spanning from the mountains to the ocean and beyond. Rarely does a vantage point so magnificently capture the grandeur of Santa Barbara's natural beauty, particularly from a single-level main residence. Showcasing remarkable quality and designed for a life both refined and relaxed, the +/- 1.48-acre property offers elegant accommodations for residents and guests alike: a nearly 4,200 sqft main residence with an attached 2-car garage, a gated entrance and spacious ocean-view motor court, a detached +/- 1,322 sqft guest house, a sparkling pool, two offices, and more! Inside, an ocean-view family room with soaring, open-beam ceilings, a gorgeous stone fireplace, and French doors to the outside provides an inviting central gathering point. Adjacent to the family room is a stunning gourmet kitchen appointed with top-tier appliances, refined finishes, a sunny breakfast area, and panoramic views. The formal living and dining areas feature large windows and French doors opening to sweeping terraces and patios. The primary bedroom offers a luxurious getaway with an enormous bathroom suite and walk-in closet. A dedicated office boasts inspirational views and access to the outside. Throughout the home, nearly every room frames an unforgettable vista — whether ocean, mountain, or garden — infusing the home with abundant light and natural beauty. Steps from the main home, a private guest house offers additional flexibility, complete with a kitchenette, living room, office, and bedroomperfect for extended stays or creative pursuits. In addition to the sparkling pool that overlooks the sweeping views, the grounds feature an explosion of various plantings and fruit-bearing trees, all surrounded by beautifully designed terracing, privacy hedges, and hardscaping. Altogether, the property provides a tranquil setting for endless moments of gathering, entertaining, or simply relaxing. Set within Hope Ranch's coveted coastal enclave — where residents enjoy equestrian trails, private beach access, proximity to La Cumbre Country Club & Golf Course, and a rare sense of space and seclusion — this exceptional property combines sweeping natural beauty with refined Santa Barbara living at its finest.