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Modern Butterfly Beach Villa

Simplicity was the ultimate key in the transformation of a classic 1952 bungalow, located near Butterfly Beach in Montecito. Dave Mendro, partner at Neumann Mendro Andrulaitis Architects, reconfigured the home to remove interior walls and combine the rooms into one larger space and opened up a courtyard in the back of the house to extend ...

Riskin Associates Listings in Montecito

Riskin Associates presents a selection of listings of Montecito properties from $4 - 5 million. These quality homes, featuring idyllic settings and locations, are well-appointed with attention to every detail. 2110 Alisos, Montecito   Sophisticated contemporary designed by famed architects Pierre Cabrol and Steven Ehrlich, built by Giffin and Crane. Sited above Montecito’s East Valley Road, off Lilac ...

Pacific Panoramas

A property of rare elegance, this Montecito jewel offers exceptional design and unparalleled views. Surrounded by the breathtaking landscape of the California coast, this sprawling 6,000+/- square foot residence with detached guest suites enjoys coveted 360 degree views of the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands, Santa Ynez mountains and Santa Barbara harbor while its serene and ...

Rustic Compound in Carpinteria Foothills

Perched on over 5.5 acres with heavenly ocean, mountain and valley views, this truly one-of-a-kind, rustic compound has masterfully maintained the utmost sophistication. Designed by Don Nulty, and featured in Architectural Digest, the estate seamlessly blends modern elements with reclaimed barn wood to create its understated style.     The foothills of Carpinteria host its serene location, offering ...

Montecito Splendor

Refined luxury and European elegance are combined in this stunning Mediterranean villa on historic Riven Rock Road, listed with Rebecca Riskin & Associates.  A grand estate enjoying the finest amenities, the five bedroom, nine bathroom main house with +/-10,000 square feet is graced with mountain and ocean vistas.   The scenery is breathtaking, with four exquisitely landscaped ...

Cima Vista Tuscan Villa

Located on a private Montecito lane rests a magnificent Tuscan villa - the coveted 2004 Santa Barbara Showcase House. Harrison Design and Giffin & Crane teamed up to create stellar architecture with awe-inspiring details of unsurpassed international quality and style. Listed with Rebecca Riskin & Associates. Situated on nearly eleven lush and private acres, the ...

A Willard Francis Modernist-Style Country Retreat

Beautifully nestled onto 6.34 acres, this impeccably restored home was designed by Willard Francis, a protégé of Frank Lloyd Wright, in the modernist style of architecture. The architectural firm Shubin and Donaldson were responsible for the design of the guest house and renovation and addition to the main house. All of the original details (wood ...

Luxurious Downtown Condominium

Sophisticated downtown Santa Barbara living at its best. Luxury and style in this beautifully appointed, contemporary-style one bedroom, 2 bath, 1800 sq. ft. condominium. Listed with Diane Waterhouse/Sotheby's International Realty.   This quality condo features high ceilings, hardwood floors, fireplace, viking appliances and granite counter tops in the gourmet kitchen.       There is a gated entrance, charming courtyard with ...

Glen Oaks Stanford White Home

Nestled in coveted Glen Oaks, an exceptional 1895 Stanford White home set on over 3.5 sprawling acres with ocean glimpses and mountain views is the most charming Montecito estate offered. Whitewashed shingles, columned verandas and intricate finishes speak to the history of this luxurious, exceptionally comfortable estate. Listed with Rebecca Riskin & Associates.     Lovingly and artistically ...

Enchanting French Country Estate in Hope Ranch

Nestled between the sea and mountains in the exclusive Hope Ranch community, an approx 13-acre site spans across two of Santa Barbara's most premiere parcels to showcase an enchanting French country estate. Private gates open to an expansive residence with breathtaking grounds. The drive winds past the charming barn and across a bridge over a ...

Taste of Provence in Santa Ynez Wine Country

This French country home is authentically appointed and thoughtfully created among the oaks of beautiful Santa Ynez wine country.Situated on 10 acres of prime Oak Trail Estates area, the land is suitable for aspiring vintners and equestrians.The home features two master suites, four fireplaces, a wine cellar and a fully-appointed gourmet kitchen.Listed with Claire Hanssen/Prudential ...

Ocean View Estate on Cima Linda Lane

Dramatic and inviting Mediterranean estate with stunning ocean, city, mountain and harbor views. Elegantly sited on almost two acres, this Montecito property is designed for indoor/outdoor living with doors and windows throughout leading to multiple patios and terraces. The main residence offers 5 bedroom suites, including two master suites and an elevator.     Location, privacy and luxury ...

La Candelaria in Carpinteria

This magical, walled villa abounds in romance, resting on approximately 13 acres of Carpinteria's foothills. Like a jewel just off a road in the Spanish countryside, the seemingly 200-year-old La Candelaria estate makes a masterpiece out of newly built, inspiring details.   Large mesquite gates framed by massive, stone walls, open upon an oak-lined country lane, ...

Idyllic Montecito Country Estate

Situated down a long gated driveway in an A++ location, this quintessential Montecito Country home has been impeccably renovated to feature bright and inviting spaces. The single-level main home offers 3-bedrooms, 3.5 baths, great room, gourmet kitchen and family room, dining room, and office/media room or 4th bedroom.  Listed with Marsha Kotlyar.   Crisp, clean finishes throughout, ...

Deer Lodge Enclave

Nestled in a heavenly enclave between Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley, this romantic, rustic, yet elegant property wins the best of both worlds.The John Deere family built the original adobe hacienda in the early 20th century.The estate has been restored and elaborated upon to what is now an incredible wonderland.The compound offers multiple ...

Buena Vista, The Pole House

Truly unique and brilliant in design, this spectacular estate, listed with Rebecca Riskin & Associates, holds one of the finest addresses in Montecito's Golden Quadrangle.A long, private,and lushly landscaped driveway leads up to the approximately 1.5 acre property, surrounded by ocean and mountain views.   The sound of birds and the aroma of abundant flora bring unparalleled ...

Nantucket Farmhouse in Montecito

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Nantucket Farmhouse meets San Ysidro Ranch.Situated in A+ Montecito location, the gracious 4 bedroom and 5.5 bath home has been updated with superior craftsmanship to feature bright and inviting spaces.Listed with Marsha Kotlyar. Offering a wonderful floor plan, grand living room, charming kitchen/ family room, office/den, bonus loft space, and over sized 2-car garage. Beautiful architectural details ...

Stately Ocean View Estate

Prestigious Picacho Lane hosts a grand two-story Mediterranean estate, perfectly sited for stunning ocean, island and mountain views. Resting on approximately 3.5 glorious acres down a private lane, the estate boasts spectacular manicured gardens and coveted southern exposure. Listed with Riskin Associates, Montecito, CA.     The eight bedroom estate was designed and built by James Nigro, who ...

Authentic California Estate in Montecito

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Commanding ocean views from this serene and totally private gated sanctuary.The house and guest house, listed with Nancy Kogevinas of Prudential California Realty, embody the early California style of an authentic estate.Resting on 12+ sprawling acres, the property feels like an exclusive old world resort. Guest House, Caretakers Quarters, Wine Cellar, Theater,  Avocado Orchard, ...

Park Lane Estate with Tremendous Views

Situated atop a mystic ridge surrounded by mountains and views, this gated three acre Park Lane Estate, listed with Nancy Kogevinas of Prudential California Realty, is designed with a contemporary flair and combining classic styling with family living. Tremendous panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands and Santa Barbara Mountains set the stage for ...

Exclusive Montecito Listings with Harry Kolb

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Listed with Harry Kolb of Sotheby’s International Realty, these premier estates are located in Montecito and offer ocean, harbor, mountain and Montecito valley views. Newly Constructed Italian-style Country Home Montecito, California Photos courtesy of Jim Bartsch Photographer Located off of East Valley Road in the heart of Montecito’s premier estates, Cima del Mundo, or “Top of the ...

Mount Calvary Listing

Imagine a place, steeped in history and tradition, in a top-of-the-world location with 50 miles of coastline views, exceptional privacy, huge expanses of flat land and only minutes to the Santa Barbara Mission. This exclusive site, listed with Paul Suding and Bridget Murphy of Village Properties, is ready for a new owner to experience the peaceful and magical ...

Heaven in Ojai

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A remarkable estate in an incomparable setting, Heaven combines the aesthetics of timeless design and a picture perfect location with all the luxuries and modern conveniences of the most distinguished estates worldwide.The magical property was selected by its owners, actor Larry Hagman and his wife, Maj, almost 20 years ago and lovingly designed and built ...

Pepper Hill Farm French Country House in Ballard

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Stunning home of designer Helene Aumont, published extensively in exclusive magazines.Antique European doors and cabinetry, limestone fireplaces and flooring and designer appointments throughout.This offering includes a beautiful art studio/office with rose garden. A European-style pool with fountain sits amid private gardens and rolling lawn. Plentiful fruit trees, herb and vegetable gardens provide abundant harvests. The equine facility, ...

The Glass Pavilion

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Listed with Suzanne Perkins, The Glass Pavilion is a redefining structure within modernism.It is a benchmark building that sets the bar as to what modernism is and can be. The combination of architectural groundbreaking style and extreme detail in finish quality make it a home without compare. It is the pinnacle of architecture for this generation ...

Saladino Villa For Sale

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This extraordinary 6 bedroom 10,000 square foot stone villa, nestled on magical ocean view Mediterranean gardens, captured designer John Saladino's attention in 2001, and beckons a new owner to revel in its beauty.Listed with Susan Burns of Coldwell Banker.   Part of the immediate appeal of the house was its mix of grandeur and modesty. Saladino bought ...

Digs for Sale-La Quinta

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Listed with Harry Kolb of Sotheby's International Realty, this authentic 1920's vintage Italian Mediterranean villa graces one of Montecito's most spectacular 7-acre sites with Old World European ambience. Approached through massive iron gates, and from a long private drive leading to a motor court, the residence sits at a vantage point capturing spectacular ...