High above Picacho Lane, this 10,776 sq. ft. estate—listed at $36,500,000—rests on 3.5 acres of landscaped grounds with sweeping views of the ocean and mountains. Designed for both elegance and flexibility, the property includes a 5-bedroom main residence and a separate 2-bedroom guest house with office or gym, spread across two legal parcels offering compound potential.
Floor-to-ceiling pocket doors, a temperature-controlled wine room with a glass ceiling, and a lower-level bunk room add to the layered design. With 5-car garages, a home theater, butler’s pantry, and outdoor dining areas, the home is tailored for seamless living from sunrise to sunset.
Where is Montecito, CA?
Montecito, California is an upscale coastal community in Santa Barbara County, located just east of the city of Santa Barbara along the Pacific Ocean. Known for its luxury estates, mountain and ocean views, and celebrity residents, it offers a blend of privacy, natural beauty, and refined living.
Montecito is about 5 miles from downtown Santa Barbara, 20 miles from Ventura, 95 miles from Los Angeles, and 40 miles from the Santa Ynez wine region. Its location provides serene coastal access with proximity to the arts, culture, and outdoor recreation of the Central Coast.
Front Entrance
The front exterior shows a symmetrical facade with six arched windows and three Juliet balconies above. A central stone entryway frames the double wooden doors, flanked by wall-mounted lanterns. Trimmed hedges and potted plants line the path that leads to the doorstep.
Foyer
The foyer displays a herringbone wood floor beneath exposed ceiling beams and a central hanging light fixture. Two armchairs sit near the staircase while a wide doorway opens to the outdoors. A console table rests against the wall next to a pair of closed wooden double doors.
Living Room
The living room includes a wide sectional positioned around a rectangular coffee table and a low fireplace with a mounted TV above. Two patterned chairs sit across from the sectional on a neutral area rug. Sliding doors open the room to a patio with mountain and ocean views.
Living Room and Dining Area
The living area extends into the dining space where a rectangular table seats eight beneath a multi-arm chandelier. Behind the seating, a fireplace with a TV above anchors the room, and tall windows run along the wall. Exposed ceiling beams and neutral flooring span the space.
Dining Room
The dining room connects directly to the kitchen and features a long wooden table surrounded by upholstered chairs. A chandelier hangs overhead, and large glass doors lead to an outdoor kitchen and grill. An adjacent wall mirror reflects the natural light from the windows.
Kitchen
The kitchen features two large islands with marble countertops and dark base cabinetry, surrounded by black-framed windows. A bench seat runs beneath one of the windows while open shelves display dishes and decor. Pendant lighting fixtures hang over each island, and the stove sits beneath a range hood along the far wall.
Sitting Room
The sitting room includes four chairs and a sofa arranged around a square wood coffee table on a hardwood floor. A portion of the floor in the center features transparent glass panels with a view into the space below. Windows with dark frames bring in natural light from multiple sides.
Study Room
The study room includes a sitting area with a sofa and two chairs around a wooden coffee table, placed on a patterned area rug. Built-in shelves and cabinets cover one wall, and a desk is positioned near a large window. A corner fireplace adds warmth to the far side of the room.
Media Room
The media room centers around a large wall-mounted screen framed by built-in cabinetry. Sectional seating fills the space, oriented toward the screen and coffee table. Decorative pendant lighting casts reflections across the ceiling and walls.
Primary Bedroom
The primary bedroom holds a bed with an upholstered headboard and a matching bench at the foot. A chaise lounge is placed near the open sliding doors that look out toward the ocean. Exposed wood ceiling beams and a round glass light fixture complete the space.
Bedroom
The second bedroom includes a bed opposite a large sliding door that opens to a balcony with an ocean view. A barrel-back chair and framed artwork sit in one corner, and a barn-style door leads to the bathroom. Curtains with floral prints frame the balcony doorway.
Bedroom
This bedroom features a bed positioned against a blank wall with a wide dresser drawer nearby. A tufted bench and sofa are arranged near the glass sliding doors. The space opens to a view of the ocean and treetops outside.
Bedroom
The fourth bedroom includes a wooden bed with a curved headboard set against a soft blue accent wall. Windows on two sides bring in light, and a pair of glass doors open to a grassy yard. Matching nightstands and a cushioned bench are arranged around the space.
Bedroom
This bedroom includes a bed centered between two windows with dual-tone curtains. A cream-colored sofa sits beneath a wall-mounted art piece, and the room features wide floor space covered by a neutral area rug. Dark trim on the windows contrasts with the lighter walls and floors.
Primary Bathroom
The main bathroom contains a soaking tub positioned beneath a window with views of the ocean. A walk-in shower is enclosed by glass next to a double vanity. An armchair sits in the corner of the room near the wall-mounted mirror.
Bathroom
This bathroom has a single vanity with a marble countertop, a toilet, and a walk-in shower with a glass partition. The wood ceiling slants upward above a small window. Light-colored tile covers the floor and shower walls.
Guest Suite
The guest suite combines a kitchenette, dining table, and seating area into one open space. The built-in kitchen includes a microwave, sink, and cabinetry, while a small table sits near a large sliding glass door. A tufted sofa and wood desk fill the center of the room.
Wine Room
The wine room includes built-in wooden shelves with arched cubbies lining the walls on three sides. A square table stands in the center with a potted plant placed on top. Spotlights illuminate various wine bottles stored around the room.
Game Room
The game room features a pool table placed near large sliding doors that open to a patio. A round glass coffee table and four tufted chairs form a seating area near the fireplace. Wood ceiling beams span the room above the chandelier hanging at the center.
Home Gym
The gym includes a stationary bike and an elliptical trainer positioned against the wall beneath a framed art piece. Adjustable dumbbells sit on a rack next to a small set of free weights. Glass double doors open to a covered balcony with outdoor seating.
Outdoor Lounge Terrace
The terrace features cushioned seating arranged in conversational groupings alongside tall potted plants. Multiple sets of French doors connect the patio to the interior spaces. The surrounding view includes wooded hillsides and manicured hedges.
Outdoor Dining Area
The dining space includes a rectangular table with six matching chairs placed on a paved patio. Concrete steps lead upward through landscaped planters toward the main house. Trees and hedges frame the seating area on both sides.
Swimming Pool View
The pool sits at the edge of a manicured lawn bordered by tall hedges and palm trees. Beyond the water, a fenced tennis court is surrounded by tropical landscaping. The horizon includes a view of the ocean beneath a clear sky.
Basketball Court
The basketball court includes a single hoop with a transparent backboard and painted lines across a green surface. Palm trees, shrubs, and terraced stone walls surround the court. The main residence appears elevated in the background.
Rear View
The rear facade shows a two-story residence with French doors, balconies, and exterior lanterns. A wide staircase leads down to the lawn, bordered by layered hedge rows. The garden steps integrate with the architectural lines of the house.
Lawn
The view from the upper steps overlooks a rectangular lawn with trimmed hedges forming geometric shapes. A fountain sits at the center of the yard. The background includes ocean views beyond the treetops.
Rear Exterior
Exterior lighting illuminates the house’s windows and staircase as the sun sets behind the hills. The terraced garden beds and lawn are arranged in symmetrical layers. A central pathway leads from the lower lawn toward the main entry.
Aerial Side View
This side aerial shows the full property layout, including the main residence, guesthouse, and pool. Landscaping includes terraced planting beds, palm trees, and formal hedges. The scene captures the house about nearby estates and hills.
Aerial View
The aerial angle frames the estate and basketball court in the foreground with mountain ridges rising in the distance. Paths and hedgerows divide the landscape into multiple zones. Neighboring properties are visible along the hillside.
Listing Agent: Sotheby’s International Realty via Coldwell Banker Realty
