1493 Sycamore Canyon Road, MONTECITO, CA 93108
Overview
Description
Supplements: ... (Read more) everyday living. Inside, a dramatic tower-style entry sets the tone for the home's romantic Mediterranean character, blending Spanish Colonial-inspired stucco walls, red clay tile rooflines, arched openings, wrought-iron balconies, lantern-lit entries, natural stonework, warm earth tones, and lush garden terraces. Custom built in 2006 and extensively updated in 2025, the residence captures the soul of an old-world European villa while embracing a distinctly Montecito indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Most bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms, and nearly every room opens to its own private connection to the outdoors, whether through garden patios, balconies, or terraces. The chef's kitchen showcases custom walnut cabinetry, quartzite slab countertops, Newport Brass fixtures, and hand-painted Walker Zanger tile, while multiple fireplaces, arched doorways, stone accents, and curated finishes create warmth, elegance, and timeless livability throughout. Outdoors, the estate unfolds like a private resort, with meandering pathways, mature landscaping, more than 250 avocado, citrus, and fruit trees, and tranquil garden terraces framed by the natural beauty of Sycamore Canyon. The grounds, bridge, pool hardscape, bathrooms, kitchen, laundry rooms, pool house, and cantina have all been meaningfully enhanced, reflecting a significant investment in both design and infrastructure. A pool and spa, rebuilt pool house, newly created outdoor cantina/bar, patios, and creekside access invite relaxed afternoons, alfresco gatherings, and quiet moments surrounded by nature. The detached studio, complete with a mini kitchen area and full bath, offers exceptional versatility as a music studio, guest suite, home gym, wine room, creative retreat, or private office. Complete with a detached three-car garage and a setting that feels worlds away yet remains just minutes from Montecito's Upper and Lower Villages, Downtown Santa Barbara, and the coast, Villa Bellatorre is a truly special sanctuary where timeless design, modern comfort, and natural beauty come together.
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Listing Details MLS# 26-1705
Location Info
- District
- 10 - MONTECITO
- Street #
- 1493
- Street Name
- Sycamore Canyon
- Street Suffix
- Road
- State
- CA
- Country
- US
- Postal Code
- 93108
- Compass Map
- Santa Barbara
- Map Grid
- Q11
- County
- Santa Barbara
- Parcel Number
- 019-320-014
- Cross Street
- Alameda Padre Serra
Contract Info
- Price
- 7885000
- Seller Consider Concessions
- Yes
- Affordable Housing
- No
- Begin Date
- 2026-05-22
Property Information
- TYP
- Home/Estate
- Total Bedrooms
- 5
- Total Bathrooms
- 8
- Total Full Baths
- 3
- Total Half Baths
- Yes
- Year Built
- 2006
- Total SqFt.
- 5909
- Source
- Measured
- Main House SqFt
- 4958
- Other Structures SqFt
- 603
- Apx # Acres
- 1.06
- ADU
- No
- Within City Limits
- No
- Total # Units
- 5
- Recurring Fees
- No
NeighborhoodSchools
- Neighborhood
- Other
Remarks
- Hot Sheet Comment
- new
Owner Info
- Deposit
- 3
More Information
Neighborhood/Schools
- Elementary School
- Cleveland
- Junior High School
- S.B. Jr.
- High School
- S.B. Sr.
Condition
- Excellent
- Yes
Style
- Mediterranean
- Yes
- Spanish
- Yes
Construction
- Entry Lvl(No Stairs)
- Yes
- Two Story
- Yes
Roof
- Tile
- Yes
Foundation
- Slab
- Yes
Exterior
- Stucco
- Yes
Parking/Garage
- RV Access/Parking
- Yes
- Boat
- Yes
- Detached
- Yes
- Total # Garage Spaces
- 3
Pool Features
- Pool
- Yes
Grounds/Landscaping
- Yard Irrigation PRT
- Yes
- Hot Tub
- Yes
- Built-in BBQ
- Yes
- Lawn
- Yes
- Fruit Trees
- Yes
Other Buildings
- Pool House
- Yes
- Shed
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Patio and Porch Features
- Patio Open
- Yes
Location/Topo
- Level
- Yes
- Combo
- Yes
View
- Mountain(s)
- Yes
Rooms
- Art Studio
- Yes
- Den
- Yes
- Exercise Room
- Yes
- Family Room
- Yes
- Game Room
- Yes
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Yes
- Ground Floor Primary
- Yes
Dining
- Formal
- Yes
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Yes
- 220V Elect
- Yes
- Gas Hookup
- Yes
- In Kitchen
- Yes
Amenities
- Dual Pane Window
- Yes
- Guest House
- Yes
- Pantry
- Yes
- Sound System
- Yes
Appliances Included
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Gas Range
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
Fireplace(s)
- 2+
- Yes
- Family Room
- Yes
- LR
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Water/Sewer
- S.B. Wtr
- Yes
Zoning
- R-1
- Yes
Reports Available
- Prelim
- Yes
- NHD
- Yes
Terms
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
Heating
- Forced Air
- Yes
Flr/Wdw Coverings
- Hardwood
- Yes
- Marble
- Yes
Property Features
