4305 Via Presada, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110 (MLS# 23-1348)

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4305 Via Presada, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110

$5,975,000

Nestled within the highly sought-after Hope Ranch enclave of Santa Barbara, this remarkable estate is set on a prime corner lot spanning over an acre.

Built in 1931 for Naval Captain C.G. Davy, the second president of Hope Ranch, La Sonrisa is gracing the market for the first time.

Designed by Floyd Brewster, protégé of George Washington Smith and the architect behind the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, the home boasts architectural pedigree.

Classic features include an asymmetrical facade, stucco exterior and rare black tile roof.

An arched doorway, patterned floor tiles and dark wood beamed ceiling are in keeping with the Andalusian style.

French doors to the courtyard beyond flank the striking living room fireplace.

Hand-carved window shutters from Peru grace the home and add contrast.

Hand-painted tiles announce the entry to the gracious dining room.

Careful attention to proportions and perspective is found throughout the home.

Hand-painted floor tiles and ceiling detail add interest to the gracious dining room.

Original architectural leaded glass grace the windows.

Hand-carved doors from Peru mark the entrance to the den.

A corner fireplace anchors the cozy den, featuring French doors to the courtyard.

As functional as it is beautiful, the open-air courtyard is the heart of the home.

A carved balcony, outdoor fireplace, tiled sink, and soothing fountain are some of the courtyard details.

A seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, providing privacy and shade.

Striking mountain views can be enjoyed throughout the property.

The staircase features striking large grout lines and wrought iron handrails.

Exquisite design details are found throughout the home.

Designed with careful attention to detail and perspective.

Tucked away in its own wing, the primary suite features beautiful views of the side yard.

The space is connected to nature through a private patio.

The room enjoys a dressing area and access to the front balcony.

A perfect spot to enjoy the rose garden below.

Spacious and beautiful, the room features dramatic mountain views.

Views of the nearby mountains can be seen from most rooms.

A pass-through bathroom with vintage cast iron pedestal sink connects BRs 2 and 3.

Originally designed as a sewing room, the space includes built-in storage and natural light.

Located on the lower level off the kitchen, BR 4 enjoys a full bath.

Remodeled in the 1990's, the kitchen includes a center island with stainless steal counter top and SubZero fridge.

Enjoy private access to beautiful Hope Ranch Beach, a mere 2-miles from the Property.

For those with an appreciation for beauty, architecture, and history, La Sonrisa is the perfect legacy estate.

Property Type: Res Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 5,088 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 47,480 Status: Closed

Current Price: $5,975,000 List Date: 5/17/2023 Last Modified: 9/14/2024

Description

La Sonrisa, a stunning Spanish Colonial Revival estate designed by Floyd Brewster, protégé of George Washington Smith and the architect behind the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, is making its market debut. The historic 4BD|4BA estate is situated on over an acre of exquisitely landscaped grounds in the coveted Hope Ranch enclave of Santa Barbara. Commissioned in 1931 by Naval Captain C.G. Davy, the second President of Hope Ranch Estates, the 5,000SF home boasts preserved hand-painted tiles, intricately carved wooden shutters from Peru, and rare details such as original brass hardware, custom ironwork, and decorative window glass from the 1930s. For those with an appreciation for beauty, architecture, and history, La Sonrisa is the perfect legacy estate.

More Information MLS# 23-1348

Location Info

Country: US Compass Map: Santa Barbara Map Grid: K11 Cross Street: Via Hierba Development Name: Hope Ranch Park District: 25 - HOPE RANCH Street #: 4305 Street Name: Via Presada State: CA Postal Code: 93110 County: Santa Barbara Parcel Number: 061-321-004

Contract Info

Buyers Agent $/%: 2.5 Affordable Housing: No Current Price: $5,975,000 Price: 6895000 Begin Date: 2023-05-16 Status: Closed

Property Information

Year Built: 1931 Apx # Acres: 1.09 Total #Units: 1 Main House SqFt: 5088 Source: Other/See Remarks Recurring Fees: No ADU: No Within City Limits: No TYP: Home/Estate Total Bedrooms: 4 Total Bathrooms: 4 Total Full Baths: 3 Total Half Baths: 1

Neighborhood/Schools

Elementary School: Vieja Valley Junior High School: LaColina High School: San Marcos

Owner Info

Deposit: 3

Remarks

Hot Sheet Comment: new Directions: Las Palmas Drive to Via Presada; right on Via Presada. Property is located on the left after Via Hierba. Please enter via second driveway entrance. Geo Lat: 34.43205 Geo Lon: -119.765091

Condo/CO-OP/PUD

Association Fee (Historic): 2,680.60 Assoc Transfer Fee (Historic): 750.00 Association Transfer Fee: 750

Condition

Good: 1

Style

Colonial: 1 Mediterranean: 1 Spanish: 1

Construction

Two Story: 1

Roof

Tile: 1

Foundation

Slab: 1 Raised: 1 Mixed: 1

Exterior

Stucco: 1

Parking/Garage

Gar #2: 1 Inside Entrance: 1 Attached: 1

Grounds/Landscaping

Yard Irrigation PRT: 1 Lawn: 1 Fruit Trees: 1 Other: 1

Patio and Porch Features

Patio Open: 1

Location/Topo

Level: 1 Corner Lot: 1

Fencing

Fenced: PRT: 1

View

Mountain(s): 1 Setting: 1 Panoramic: 1

Site Improvements

Underground Utilities: 1

Proximity

Near Ocean: 1 Near Park(s): 1 Near School(s): 1 Near Shopping: 1 Restaurants: 1

Rooms

Ground Floor Bedroom: 1 Lbry/Study: 1 Primary Bedroom: 1

Dining

Formal: 1 In Kitchen: 1

Laundry

Laundry Room: 1 In Garage: 1

Appliances Included

Built-In Gas Oven: 1 Dishwasher: 1 Disposal: 1 Double Oven: 1 Dryer: 1 Electric Range: 1 Microwave: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Washer: 1

Fireplace(s)

2+: 1 LR: 1 Other: 1 Patio: 1

Security

Smoke Detector(s): 1

Water/Sewer

La Cumb Wtr: 1 Septic Tank: 1

Assoc/Park Amenities

Tennis Court(s): 1 Security: 1 Other: 1

Assoc/Park Fee Incl

Comm Area Maint: 1 Security: 1

Zoning

EX-1: 1

Reports Available

Home Inspection: 1 Pest Inspection: 1 Prelim: 1 Septic: 1 NHD: 1

Terms

Cash: 1 Ctel: 1

Heating

Forced Air: 1

Flr/Wdw Coverings

Carpet: 1 Hardwood: 1 Tile: 1 Plantation Shutters: 1

Contingent Remarks

OTHER: 1

Status Information

Sold Date: 2023-09-22 Sold Price: $5,975,000 Under Contract Date: 2023-08-07

NeighborhoodSchools

Neighborhood: 25 - Hope Ranch

Property Features

Condition: Good Style: Colonial; Mediterranean; Spanish Construction: Two Story Roof: Tile Foundation: Slab; Raised; Mixed Exterior: Stucco Fencing: Fenced: PRT Patio and Porch Features: Patio Open View: Mountain(s); Setting; Panoramic Site Improvements: Underground Utilities Proximity: Near Ocean; Near Park(s); Near School(s); Near Shopping; Restaurants Rooms: Ground Floor Bedroom; Lbry/Study; Primary Bedroom Dining: Formal; In Kitchen Laundry: In Garage; Laundry Room Appliances Included: Built-In Gas Oven; Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Dryer; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Fireplace(s): 2+; LR; Other; Patio Security: Smoke Detector(s) Heating: Forced Air Zoning: EX-1 Reports Available: Home Inspection; Pest Inspection; Prelim; Septic; NHD Terms: Cash; Ctel Contingent Remarks: OTHER

Documents

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Listing Office: Village Properties - 1

Last Updated: September - 14 - 2024

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