A SEASON BY THE FIREPLACE
There’s something so special about this time of year, when gathering around the fireplace becomes one of life’s simple pleasures. A quiet evening wrapped in a cozy blanket, a movie playing in the background, or a book you’ve finally made time to enjoy. Maybe it’s a game night with friends that stretches late into the evening, the room glowing with laughter and firelight. These are the moments that make a house feel like a home, and with the season settling in, we’re sharing a few of our favorite fireplaces from current listings that inspire warmth, comfort, and connection.
670 Hot Springs Road, Montecito
In the game room, four oversized chairs gather around a grand fireplace framed in patterned tile, creating a space meant for long conversations, slow mornings, and evenings spent lingering by the fire. Just beyond, the dining room offers a brighter kind of warmth. A beautifully carved mantel anchors the space, while natural light pours in through arched French doors, blending garden views with the soft glow of the fire. Together, these spaces capture a timeless, welcoming comfort. Discover more of Far Afield here.
3055 Padaro Lane, Carpinteria
There’s something undeniably charming about a kitchen with a fireplace, and 3055 Padaro Lane embraces it beautifully. With sweeping ocean views out the window and a crackling fire warming the room, this kitchen becomes the heart of the home. Cooking feels slower, mornings feel softer, and every gathering naturally gravitates toward the glow of the hearth. Explore more here.
1196 E Mountain Drive, Montecito
This room centers around a sculpted stone fireplace that brings a sense of quiet refinement to the space. Its classic lines ground the soaring ceilings and steel-framed windows, creating a balance between old-world craftsmanship and coastal openness. With ocean light pouring in from every angle, the fire becomes the warm counterpoint — a place to settle in, slow down, and let the room’s natural elegance unfold. Take a closer look at 1196 E Mountain Drive here.
4450 Via Alegre, Hope Ranch
The fireplace is nothing short of showstopping. Rising dramatically along a full double-height wall and softened by natural textures, it sits at the heart of a glass-encased great room with panoramic garden views. The space feels bright, modern, and endlessly livable—a place where game nights, casual gatherings, and slow Sunday mornings all feel at home beside the fire. Discover more here.
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