Montecito, California Real Estate Blog

Montecito is one of the most magical places in California. Located just minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, Montecito offers some of the best estate living in the world. Picture a large, gated Mission or Italian Villa estate with spectacular views of the the hills and ocean leading out to the Channel Islands. The ideal climate encourages time spent outdoors with friends and family, going for walks on the beach or the hills, biking, hiking, riding horses and swimming in your luxurious private pool.

Ever since the 1860’s those who could, have. Italian settlers were the first to arrive. Finding an area reminiscent of their homes in Italy, they built farms and gardens similar to those which they had left behind. Around the end of the 19th century, wealthy tourists from the eastern United States began to buy land in the area: it was near enough to Santa Barbara for essential services, but was beautiful, secluded, boasted perfect weather, and had several nearby hot springs utilized for their healing properties with greater privacy.

For those with young children, the Montecito Union and Cold Spring Schools offer a first-rate education. There is also an independent, four-year college preparatory boarding school nearby. If you are interested in local real estate or any other aspects of life here in Montecito, don’t hesitate to contact David Anderton.

Montecito

Beach:

Land Offering at the beach: Currently used as a four bedroom, four bathroom ranch home with tennis court. Ocean, Harbor, Island and Mountain Views lot of roughly 0.75 acres and located above Butterfly Beach and down from the Historic Biltmore Hotel in Montecito, CA, access walking to the Beach. $18.5 million

Upper Village:

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Perhaps the most rare estate in all of America providing A Unique Perspective to live from is now finally available for sale. Featured in the book ” Montecito, The California’s Garden Paradise” is the stunning Cape Town style mansion. The gardens are match this impressive offering with musuem quality detailing and thought. Bordering the Oprah Estate and many other prominent estates. You are in the best location in the world here.

Sweeping ocean, island and mountain vistas in every direction! Six bedrooms, Nine Bathrooms on 3.5 wonderful acres. Listed with Village Properties, Buyer’s Representation Provided by The Anderton Group. Started at $23.9 million but now more appealing at $19.5 million! Many are taking a ‘ wait and see ‘ approach but nothing is stopping from you making an offer. Let’s check this out together!

 

Top of the line Montecito estate of musuem quality architecture and detailing throughout the estate’s 3.5 acres. Expected world class views of the mountains, Pacific Ocean and the Channel Islands in the distance. Close to world class Montecito shopping and dining in the Upper Village. Eight bedrooms, Ten Bathrooms, rare feature of two private water wells, two bedroom guest home, pool / pool house, staff residence and beatifully situated pool. Listed with Sotheby’s, Buyer’s Representation provided by The Anderton Group. The real deal for $21.5 million and another possibilty down the street for less than $19 million!

Land

The highest elevation in Montecito. What could you do with 462 +/-  prime acres ! Stunning views of Montecito, the ocean and mountains. Impressive offering reduced $3m fnow only for $15 million, what find!

Santa Barbara

Did you know that you can still buy a coastal estate near Santa Barbara at 3300 Pacific Ocean view acres for only $12.5 million? WOW! Stunning views and privacy with a easy and beautiful drive to Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez. Listed with Kerry Mormann & Associates, Buyer’s Representation provided by The Anderton Group. $12.5 million

Local Flavor…

Montecito has great estate options we look forward to working with you and making your dreams come true!

Contact us for excellent Santa Barbara and Montecito area representation.