Stunning country French mini-estate, 4 bd 3 ba, appx 2700SF plus 1 bd 1 ba, guest house, appx 600SF in a park-like setting. The living rm w vaulted ceilings, wood floors & striking fireplace is flanked by French doors & looks out onto expansive lawn, brick patios, fruit trees, fireplace & fountains. A gourmet kitchen, w large island, dinette, pantry & counter seating is the heart of this amazing home plus formal dining, sep laundry rm, attached 2 car garage, workshop & office. Main en suite & 2 bdrms, one w a reading loft & the other a private entrance, enhance flexibility of multi living. Downstairs is an elegant 3 rm suite, with separate bdrm & bath. The guesthouse is perfect for friends, in-laws or office has sep laundry & patio. Located in the renowned Vieja Valley Elementary School~

Supplements: A California Distinguished School w La Colina Junior High & San Marcos High School in close proximity. This is a neighborhood where folks meet at the local coffee shop, parents and grandparents see their kidos off to school, little league is played nearby, horses still walk down the path and you can dance at the local tavern across the street. Hope Ranch Annex is minutes from the bike path, horse trails, ocean bluffs and the beaches plus it's only 10 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara or the airport. Seize the opportunity to own this piece of Santa Barbara; an elegant, beautifully designed home with multiple rental possibilities and flexible living.