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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Home/Estate
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Subdivision 20 - Bel Air Knolls
MLS Listing ID 25-2381
Style Contemporary
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1963
Lot Size 0.470 Acres
Acres 0.47
Lot Dimensions 20473.2
Property Sub-Type Home/Estate
Source Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
Property Description
Located on one of Santa Barbara's most coveted streets, this impeccably remodeled single-level residence blends refined luxury with effortless California living. Featuring 4 bedrooms + office and 4.5 baths, the home offers sweeping vistas of the Riviera and the Santa Ynez Mountains, all set on nearly half an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds.
Reimagined in 2024 with bespoke finishes throughout, the open-concept layout is anchored by a spacious living room with soaring ceilings and a warm fireplace. The chef's kitchen is a true showpiece, boasting a generous center island, top-of-the-line appliances including a 48'' Wolf range and 66'' Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a butler's pantry with a second oven—ideal for seamless entertaining Recent Upgrades and Amenities:
Exterior & Landscaping:
Full professional landscape redesign featuring Santa Barbara sandstone throughout the entire yard
Native Santa Barbara plantings for a beautiful, lush, yet drought-conscious aesthetic
Installation of a complete yard sprinkler system with additional drainage added for proper draining
Addition of five gorgeous and mature olive trees, multiple citrus and fruit trees, avocado trees, and raised garden beds
Privacy-enhancing hedges along perimeter fencing and pea gravel side yards
Gorgeous vintage stone fountains in both the front and back yards
High-end landscape lighting throughout, including stunning hanging lanterns in the oak trees
Custom-designed 5-hole putting green with natural Santa Barbara sandstone accents
New concrete hardscape with an enlarged front porch landing, updated front walkway, and expansive back patio
Custom Ipe wood fencing with a rich, natural finish encloses the garbage area and secures both sides of the yard with locking gates for added privacy and security
Outdoor shower with copper rain shower head, handheld shower wand, and Ipe wood shower enclosure for privacy
Luxury Nordic Crown XL 84" spa with cedar siding and custom surround decking
Oversized smooth plaster outdoor fireplace with ceramic fireballs for added warmth and ambiance
Infrastructure & Systems:
Wired internet throughout the home (previously unavailable) with hot spots added in the house and garage
Reverse osmosis system installed in the kitchen
Water softener added for improved water quality
Interior Enhancements:
Added built-in storage in the laundry room and garage
Installed Samsung frameless TV in primary bedroom that stays with the house
Custom high-end linen blackout window coverings in all bedrooms and elegant privacy roller shades in all bathrooms.
Refinished bi-fold doors in the bedroom and living room for a polished, elevated finish (previously left raw)
Repairs made to powder bath, including faulty toilet and stucco work
Brand new, high-quality furnishings and artwork throughout the main living areas, featuring pieces from Restoration Hardwareavailable upon interest.
Location
State CA
County Santa Barbara
Community 20 - Bel Air Knolls
Direction From the 101 Freeway take Las Positas towards the ocean. Left on Portesuello then right on Bel Air.
Interior
Interior Features Smart Thermostat
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Type Living Room, Family Room
Fireplace Yes
Laundry 220V Elect, Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio Open, Hot Tub, Wooded, Fenced: ALL, Fenced: BCK, Drought Tolerant LND
Parking Features Gar #2
Community Features Sidewalks, Street Lights
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description Near Public Transit
Foundation Slab
Water SB Wtr
Architectural Style Contemporary
New Construction No
Others
Tax ID 049-231-012
Acceptable Financing Ctnl
Listing Terms Ctnl
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John R Thompson
Broker/Owner | License ID: 01200900
Broker/Owner License ID: 01200900