HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Holiday hosting season is here! The following listings are perfectly suited for small intimate gatherings, yet can expand effortlessly for large, lavish events.
888 LILAC DRIVE, MONTECITO
Offered at $33,500,000
Vast ocean views, flat grounds, luxe amenities, and incredible design coalesce at this iconic Montecito estate. Built on over two acres of lush grounds anchored by unobstructed ocean and mountain views, the panoramic setting is strikingly beautiful and well suited for any holiday festivity.
Under a shimmering silver leaf dome ceiling, the dining room is an entertainer’s dream. After a fabulous meal, step outside to the covered loggia to end the day by the wood-burning fireplace. Suspended gas heaters add additional warmth on cool Montecito nights, or the ceiling fans can cool things down when the Southern California heat descends.
Quality time often centers around the kitchen-living room, and that is no exception at 888 Lilac Drive. A spacious living room welcomes you to the residence and offers an introduction to its signature elements: lofty proportions, laid-back sophistication, and seamlessly blending the outdoor environment with the home’s interior spaces.
560 TORO CANYON PARK ROAD, MONTECITO
Offered at $26,500,000
Located on a private lane in majestic Toro Canyon Park, this incredible estate sits above Montecito and has a front-row seat to experience all her beauty. Astounding ocean, mountain, harbor, city, and canyon views define the horizon in every direction.
The perfect complement to any meal, sweeping ocean views provide a stunning backdrop to the dining room and outdoor patio. Whether you are entertaining a crowd or having an intimate family holiday, this space easily accommodates all of life’s moments.
Floor-to-ceiling windows in the great room frame the sea and rolling canyons, seamlessly connecting you to the breathtaking raw beauty of your natural surroundings. Indoor spaces blend seamlessly with outdoor terraces and beautifully integrate the residence with the environment.
1395 OAK CREEK CANYON ROAD, MONTECITO
Offered at $21,500,000
The idyllic union of two captivating worlds at Villa Bella Vista; an alluring reverie comes to fruition at the pinnacle of Oak Creek Canyon.
The dining room is sure to get anyone in the holiday spirit with its perfect blend of tradition and elegance. If instead you decide to dine outside on the outdoor terraced patio, the ocean panoramas under Montecito skies create a magical ambiance fit for any holiday festivity.
The unmatched details of Italian design radiate luxury, sophistication, and authenticity throughout home. The warm staple rooms of this estate encourage a loving holiday spirit with festive oak tones and the stone framed fireplace.
4160 LA LADERA ROAD, HOPE RANCH
Offered at $19,995,000
Redefining Santa Barbara architecture for the 21st century, this gorgeous 2.3-acre, ocean-view estate takes its cues from the Southern Mediterranean and celebrates the marriage of Moroccan extravagance and minimalist design.
The dining room strikes an elusive balance between drama and intimacy. Step outside to the exterior pathway, lauded by an attentive audience of cacti, creating a unique zone that blurs the line between interior space and the natural world. Fill your table with your loved ones and enjoy the chaotic excitement of a bustling holiday celebration.
The kitchen's disciplined design offers long, sleek surfaces set off by professional appliances and stainless steel countertops. Centrally located, the kitchen looks south to the sea and opens to the great room, pool, and the lush grounds beyond. Deftly designed with lofty ceilings and proportions, the great room provides vast volume yet retains an elusive sense of intimacy. The outdoor-indoor fluidity of this property creates an inclusive environment big enough to foster even the largest groups.
