luxury houses with terrace for sale Santa Rosa, United States

Built in 2012 and enhanced by masterful upgrades completed in 2025, Villa Aura is a statement of elevated Caribbean living—an estate that celebrates the radiant beauty of Las Terrenas from its most commanding vantage point. From the moment you pass through the gates, a breathtaking panoramic vista unfolds, revealing sweeping views of the ocean, rolling mountains, and lush tropical landscapes below. As you approach the residence and step inside the home, the experience deepens. The view expands dramatically—an uninterrupted, awe-inspiring backdrop that instantly captivates, grounding you in the scale and beauty of the setting. Perched at the highest elevation within the exclusive, gated enclave of Loma Esperanza, Villa Aura enjoys unobstructed 360-degree views in every direction, creating an arrival that is both powerful and unforgettable. Set within Loma Esperanza, a master-planned tropical hideaway widely regarded as the benchmark against which all others are compared, this jewel estate spans approximately 7,000 square feet across a sprawling 55,972-square-foot parcel. The home offers six bedrooms, six full bathrooms, and three half bathrooms, each thoughtfully designed to frame the surrounding scenery and encourage seamless indoor-outdoor living. A true mountainside oasis of well-being by the sea, Villa Aura is designed to captivate the senses at every turn. The European open-concept kitchen serves as the heart of the home, offering generous space for culinary gatherings and featuring gas burners and a hibachi grill. Outdoors, a serene infinity pool with an accompanying outdoor shower, expansive patios, and multiple lounging areas create an ideal setting for both entertaining and quiet retreat. Nature and luxury exist in perfect harmony throughout the estate. The grounds are adorned with over 90 fruit trees thoughtfully distributed across multiple gardens, showcasing varieties such as chinola (passionfruit), breadfruit, pomegranate, cherry, and other tropical selections. Each bedroom offers its own private terrace or patio, enhancing a sense of serenity, privacy, and seamless connection to the surrounding landscape. Interior details further elevate the home, where Coralina stone flooring throughout and architectural wood paneling on the main floor establish a refined design language that balances warmth with sophistication. Thoughtfully designed for sustainability and comfort alike, the residence is enhanced by Category 5 hurricane-rated shutters and windows, fully updated wiring, a solar power system, filtered well water, a back-up generator, and a comprehensive security camera system—together delivering efficiency, resilience, and complete peace of mind. For rest and relaxation, a drop-down movie theater screen with surround sound transforms evenings into cinematic experiences. Complementing the estate’s existing grandeur, already approved expansion plans present a rare opportunity to further enhance the property—whether through additional living spaces, expanded outdoor areas, or the creation of a multi-level tropical sanctuary with cascading terrace gardens—allowing future owners to personalize an already exceptional legacy estate. Villa Aura is more than a home—it is an arrival, an experience, and a legacy where sunrise and sunset become daily rituals, and where luxury meets untouched nature.

This estate, known as Villa Montebella, won the 2024 Vacation Property of the Year award. Now newly refinished, the villa is ready to become someone’s family residence, a home for multigenerational living, or an incomparable vacation mecca for family and friends. The compound comprises 5 buildings with 8765 square feet over 25.91 acres, with 8 bedrooms and 8 full and 2 half bathrooms. Surrounding the buildings are a cabernet sauvignon vineyard, a 45-foot swimming pool surrounded by deck space for lounging, a built-in hot tub accommodating 8-10, a bocce ball court, a lawn for volleyball, badminton, and croquet, a pool house with a sauna and steam shower, a lighted tennis court, balconies and decks surveying the lush hills on all sides, dozens of palms standing as much as 60 feet tall, other mature trees, and a breathtaking, 4860-square-foot wine cave with a dining area, sitting and tasting area, game room (with tables for shuffleboard, ping-pong, air hockey, and foosball), and a spacious wing where wine ages in casks. A multizone Sonos sound system supplies one’s choice of music throughout most of the property. Enter over a long private drive, winding upward through a canopy of oaks and madrone trees, with colorful oleander shrubs alongside. The stunning villa then bursts into view, surrounded by the terraced vineyards, manicured lawns, exotic plants, and beautiful gardens. Soaring palms gently sway in the breeze. Privacy is absolute; not a single automobile can be heard in the distance, and yet the estate’s entrance is just a mile from world-class dining and wineries. The centerpiece of the living areas is the Main House, under 20-foot beamed ceilings. It features the principal suite, 2 other bedrooms, a dining room more than 250 square feet in size that seats 10-14 with ease, a 560-square-foot living room (under skylights, with a wood-burning fireplace to ward off winter chill), and refinished decks and terraces that look in every direction. The kitchen, set under 3 skylights, features a Viking range with 8 burners and 2 ovens, and warming drawers alongside. Distinctive white-tile counters and an island are the room’s centerpiece, with a breakfast bar seating 8-10, and alcove seating in addition. A Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, 2 Bosch dishwashers, and 3 sinks feature every convenience. A butler’s pantry with custom cabinetry sits alongside, and the well-equipped laundry room is close at hand. The principal suite and 2 other bedrooms lie upstairs. The en-suite bath for the principal suite is particularly noteworthy, with distinctive blue tiling, benches on two sides, a skylight, and 4 showerheads. The other bedrooms are found in the outlying buildings, assuring privacy to family members and guests. The hexagonal Lighthouse Suite offers a bedroom of nearly 500 square feet, full bath and office. On the floor below, a THX movie theater more than 750 square feet in size will entertain residents and guests. On the other side of the Main House, the Penthouse building’s bedroom is nearly 400 square feet, with an adjoining bath. The living room below and terraces and deck alongside provide views in every direction, and the building has its own laundry room. The Vineyard House close by features the remaining 2 bedrooms, one upstairs and the other downstairs, each with en-suite baths. This house offers particularly stunning views of the vineyard. The final bedroom and en-suite bath are in the Tennis House, adjacent to the court that alternatively could be configured for pickleball. Parking is easy on the motor court or in the enclosed garage adjacent to the tennis court. There is a charging station for electric vehicles and a generator to furnish emergency power. Well water irrigates the grounds. Whether for fun, solitude, winemaking, or family events for all generations, Villa Montebella is simply incomparable.

Designed by renowned architect Sandy Walker, this timeless contemporary country retreat is gracefully sited on 1.32± acres in a private park-like setting framed by neighboring vineyards. Ideally positioned between St. Helena and Calistoga, the property offers exceptional privacy, architectural distinction, and effortless wine-country living. The luminous 2,939± square foot three-bedroom, three-bath with office main residence centers around a dramatic open great room featuring beautifully finished concrete floors, soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling walls of glass with views and access to the stunning grounds. Glass-enclosed sunroom transforms into a covered loggia, creating a seamless year-round connection to the resort-like grounds with heated pool, spa, tennis court, outdoor dining and living pavilion, outdoor kitchen with pizza oven, firepit and more. The thoughtfully designed main house floor plan includes three spacious ensuites, an efficient office, and a loft that opens to a deck with seating area and beautiful views. Elevator access serves the upper levels, enhancing both comfort and convenience. First floor ensuite which can also flex as a den features built-in cabinetry and custom shelving. A charming 420± square foot, two-bedroom, one-bath guest house offers private accommodations with kitchenette and a Juliet balcony overlooking the central courtyard, mountains, and picturesque grounds. Designed for both intimate enjoyment and grand entertaining, the outdoor spaces feature an array of sunlit terraces, verdant grounds and additional room to create a hobby vineyard or fruit orchard all surrounded by mature landscaping and vineyard views. This exceptional lifestyle property embodies the perfect balance of contemporary architecture, natural beauty, and relaxed Napa Valley elegance.

Discover one of Healdsburg's best-kept secrets. Tucked away on the sunny side of South Fitch Mountain, just across from the Russian River and county beach, this remarkable property offers a rare combination of year-round sunshine, exceptional privacy, and timeless character just ten minutes from Healdsburg Plaza. Lovingly shaped by the same artist for more than 45 years, the home showcases handcrafted details including custom tile, stained glass, warm wood accents, and abundant natural light. Three distinct living spaces provide flexibility for extended family, guests, creative pursuits, or income potential. Terraced gardens, stone pathways, and inviting outdoor living spaces create a setting designed for both entertaining and quiet reflection. With immediate access to swimming and kayaking on the Russian River, this is more than a home, this is a place where privacy, nature, and creativity come together in one of Healdsburg's most unique settings.

Experience the pinnacle of wine country living at this exceptional Dry Creek Valley estate, set on 25.9± private acres surrounded by world-class vineyards. This stunning home offers 4 bedrooms, one a newly added in-law unit, 4 full baths, and 2 powder rooms, masterfully blending modern sophistication with natural beauty. Expansive terraces, manicured grounds, and panoramic vineyard views create a breathtaking backdrop for entertaining, from al fresco dinners under the stars to poolside lounging and golden hour wine tastings. Every space is designed for both celebration and serenity. Inside, the open-concept Great Room flows seamlessly to the outdoors, ideal for gatherings large or small. A chef's kitchen, soaring ceilings, and a serene primary suite offer elegant comfort. Walls of glass and clean architectural lines bathe the home in light and warmth. Whether hosting a sunset soiree or savoring a quiet glass of wine, this estate embodies the best of the Healdsburg lifestyle--refined, relaxed, and undeniably luxurious.