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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Home/Estate
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 8,821 sqft
Price per Sqft $2,488
Subdivision 25 - Hope Ranch
MLS Listing ID 26-2568
Style Cape Cod
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 7
Half Baths 4
Year Built 1939
Lot Size 2.890 Acres
Acres 2.89
Lot Dimensions 125888.4
Property Sub-Type Home/Estate
Source Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service
Property Description
As for the residence, designed in 1934 by celebrated Santa Barbara firm Edwards & Plunkett--architects of the famed Arlington Theatre--the property was commissioned by the family of a prominent Chicago banking scion, who gave the home its timeless moniker, ''Four Oaks,'' inspired by the prominent trees that still grace the property today. Since then, Four Oaks has continued to draw a cadre of legendary Santa Barbara figures, some of whom called it home, others simply captivated by it. Most notably, perhaps, culinary icon Julia Child chose Four Oaks as the location to film her 1980s television series, "Dinner at Julia's." Homeowners have included Fess Parker, the well-known vintner, who played the title character in the "Davy Crockett" and "Daniel Boone" series.
Today, the residence is genuinely turnkey: a recent remodel thoughtfully updated the home for modern living without sacrificing the storied character. The six-bedroom, six-bath main residence centers on a large, sun-drenched living room with a covered patio and view of the sprawling grounds. Adjacent to the living room, a wood paneled library offers a space to work from home overlooking the sprawling, green grounds. Through a dining room and butler's pantry, a bright, open chef's kitchen-with double islands and a professional range-opens to a family room on one side and a trellised patio ready for outdoor dining on another. A separate wing includes four bedrooms, four full bathrooms and an exercise room, while upstairs, the primary suite earns its name with a sitting room, two large closets, a spacious bathroom and a covered deck looking out over the gardens, offering a private retreat. A detached guest house rounds out the accommodations at seven bedrooms and nearly 10,000 square feet.
Residences where every acre is flat, sunlit, and usable almost never appear in Hope Ranch, and estates Julia Child chose to film a television series? That's exceptionally rare.
Location
State CA
County Santa Barbara
Community 25 - Hope Ranch
Direction Exit the 101 to La Cumbre Rd. Continue onto Las Palmas Drive and turn left onto Llano Ave, then right on Mariposa Drive. 4225 will be on the ocean side.
Interior
Interior Features Walk-In Closet(s), Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat
Heating Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Type Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Other
Fireplace Yes
Window Features Drapes
Laundry 220V Elect, Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Other, Tennis Court(s), SPA-Outside, Dog Run, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Permeable Driveway
Parking Features Carport, Garage, Circular Driveway, Storage, Detached
Garage Spaces 3.0
Amenities Available Other, Play Area, Security
Total Parking Spaces 3
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description Level
Foundation Slab, Raised, Mixed, Pier & Post
Water La Cumb Wtr
Architectural Style Cape Cod
New Construction No
Others
Tax ID 063-200-004
Acceptable Financing Conventional, Cash
Listing Terms Conventional, Cash
Special Listing Condition Standard
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John R Thompson
Broker/Owner | License ID: 01200900
Broker/Owner License ID: 01200900