Montecito Real Estate Blog

2675 Gibraltar | Presented by Zia Group Real Estate

Peace and tranquility await you at this beautifully renovated Santa Barbara home.  The three-bedroom, three-bathroom retreat offers unparalleled panoramic city, coastline and ocean views. The 3,000+ square foot home is set on two acres, with near complete privacy in all directions.  You can enjoy the resort-style appointments including pool, spa, sauna, tea house for meditation or exercise, and numerous view decks and outdoor verandas of this home.  The property has been extensively remodeled with high-end appointments and finishes.  For a low-maintenance, cost-effective and low-impact lifestyle, numerous GREEN and energy-efficient features have been added to this home, including solarized windows, thick 18-inch concrete walls, concrete roof, full set of solar panels and two private wells.  There is also a second building pad, which offers extensive additional parking as well as future guesthouse or development possibilities at this home.

Click here to view the full MLS listings for this Santa Barbara retreat, priced at $1,649,000.

Click here to view a video walk-through of the property.

2675 Gibraltar | Presented by Zia Group Real Estate

From the moment you enter the home from the outdoor patio with incredible views of the ocean, city and surrounding hillside, the features and amenities of this home will help put you at ease.  The floor to ceiling windows in the living room let in natural light and the stunning vistas, while a wet bar allows for easy entertaining, inside or out.  In the gourmet kitchen, granite countertops, quality stainless steel appliances and an island with a breakfast bar provide convenience and durability.  The guest bathroom is graced with a copper sink, oil-rubbed bronze fixtures and a Japanese soaking tub.  The master bathroom has rich mahogany vanity, with his and her copper sinks, all beside a walk-in shower crafted from stone embedded with small fossils.  The master bedroom displays the dramatic views through floor to ceiling windows and also has its own exit to a private patio.

2675 Gibraltar | Presented by Zia Group Real Estate

Outside, you will find numerous patios, each with incredible panoramas of ocean, city and mountains.  The pool and spa share the views and offer options for relaxation.  The detached tea house provides a quiet and serene area for yoga, meditation or an artist’s studio.  The nearby koi pond and its water feature adds to the calming atmosphere of the tea house.  Other outdoor features include a putting green, raised planters perfect for vegetables and herbs, a seasonal creek and a manmade hillside “cave”—perfect for stargazing, camping out, or a children’s fort.

2675 Gibraltar | Presented by Zia Group Real Estate

The many green and environmentally friendly features of this home will help to put your mind at ease while you enjoy the tranquility of this Santa Barbara retreat.  A concrete roof and 18-inch thick concrete walls, along with solarized windows help to regulate the indoor temperature as well as offering additional fire protection.  The solar powered electrical system is enough to cover the majority of the home’s power usage.  Water is sourced from two wells on the property.  The landscaping uses natural Santa Barbara plants, including low-maintenance succulents, palm trees and agaves.

2675 Gibraltar | Presented by Zia Group Real Estate

Please contact Daniel Zia, your Montecito real estate agent, if you have any further questions about the Montecito real estate market or this Montecito estate. 805-637-7148 or Daniel@theZiaGroup.com. Daniel and the rest of the Zia Group team are ready to assist you in your search for the perfect Santa Barbara estate. You may also visit our website www.theziagroup.com for detailed information on Montecito neighborhoods, as well as many valuable resources. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.

For prospective Montecito home buyers looking for the perfect Montecito estate to meet their needs, here is the current Montecito real estate market update for January 11-18th, 2012.

Yesterday, the Zia Group brought this charming yet modern Montecito estate onto the Montecito real estate market located just steps from Coast Village Road at 1183 Mesa Road.  This Montecito estate was built in 1966 and has recently undergone a beautiful facelift.  The gourmet kitchen of this Montecito estate is not only spacious, but complete with French country antique glaze cabinets, honed Carrera marble, and a viking stove.  The cathedral ceiling in the entry of this Montecito estate, along with the distressed hickory floors and the numerous french doors throughout, bring in the beautiful light of the natural outdoors while keeping the cozy and warm feel in step with Montecito living.  This home is ideal for the Montecito home buyer interested in the convenience of Montecito living because this Montecito estate is just steps from Coast Village Road and a short walk to the beautiful Butterfly beach.  The location is convenient and highly sought, as well as zoned for Montecito Union school district.  The modern amenities and high attention given to the details of this Montecito estate make it one that won’t last long, priced at $1,895,000.  Though offers will be accepted all week, there will be multiple open houses at this Montecito estate located at 1183 Mesa Rd:

Thursday, January 19th:  2:00pm-5:00pm

Friday, January 20th:  2:00pm-5:00pm

Saturday, January 21st:  2:00pm-5:00pm

Sunday, January 22nd:  1:00pm-3:00pm

Click HERE to view full Montecito MLS listing details and photographs on this Montecito estate and the other 13 Montecito homes that came on the Montecito real estate market this week.

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Please contact Daniel Zia, your Montecito real estate agent, if you have any further questions about the Montecito real estate market or this Montecito estate. 805-637-7148 or Daniel@ZiaGroup.com. Daniel and the rest of the Zia Group team are ready to assist you in your search for the perfect Montecito estate. You may also visit our website www.theziagroup.com for detailed information on Montecito neighborhoods, as well as many valuable resources. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.

A few more things to say about this Montecito estate that I had to share with you.

For Architectural Aficionado’s, this beautifully renovated Montecito estate sits amongst a large concentration of historically significan homes and properties, including George Washington Smith’s first home in California and many of his other first iconic works.  For this reason, this neighborhood block is highlighted in the 728 page book “A guide to Architecture in Los Angeles and Southern California” by Architectural Historian David Gebhard.

Savvy Montecito home buyers will immediately recognize the important cultural value that this one-of-a-kind Montecito property offers.

The architectural design detailsing and landscape palette are inspired by the classic and historic San Ysidro Ranch.  Charming cupola, front porch, entry gates, sandstone walls, and fountains are distinct features of this home.  For a soft and natural cohesive feel, Eugenia and boxwood hedges anchor expansive beds of lavender, rosemary, Mexican sage, and iceberg roses on this 1/3 acre parcel.

The prime Montecito location and distinctive curb appeal is an attractive introduction to the refreshing mix of timeless interior architectural elements and finishes inside.  Niches, coved ceilings, barrel hallways and thick arch passageways lead to well-appointed and generous sized rooms.  The rare 4-panel doors, beautiful woodworking and 7″ wide hickory wood floors throughout this nearly 2900 square foot Montecito estate bring an added layer of richness and warmth that your family will enjoy for many generations to come.

The classic Montecito estate is truly a “Must See” and is truly “move-in ready” for your immediate enjoyment.  Offering a combination of old-world charm, modern amenities and design, and ultra convenient access to Montecito, this rare find has been priced aggressively to sell quickly.

Over the last week, 18 newly listed Montecito homes have come on the Montecito real estate market.  Today we will be showcasing this Montecito property located at 350 Woodley Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93018.

This Montecito property located in prestigious Pepper Hill, is gated on 1.57 acres atop a knoll just minutes to Montecito’s Upper Village, Coast Village Road and the beach.  An outdoor fireplace under a large covered patio and beautiful pool overlooking the ocean, islands and harbor is just the beginning of the amenities this Montecito property has to offer.  The commanding views and quiet serenity of this Montecito property make it well suited for daily living and extravagant or simple entertaining, indoors and outdoors.  This Montecito property easily accommodates a large or small family with 3,753 square feet and including 4 bedrooms (or 3+ office), 3.5 baths and a detached media room/office.

Click HERE to view the full Montecito MLS listing details and photographs on this Montecito property and the other Montecito homes newly on the market.

Montecito Property | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Montecito Property | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Montecito Property | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Montecito Property | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Montecito Property | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Please contact Daniel Zia, your Montecito real estate agent, if you have any further questions about the Montecito real estate market or this Montecito property. 805-637-7148 or Daniel@ZiaGroup.com. Daniel and the rest of the Zia Group team are ready to assist you in your search for the perfect Montecito property. You may also visit our website www.theziagroup.com for detailed information on Montecito neighborhoods, as well as many valuable resources. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.

Montecito Estate | Presented by Santa Barbara Realtors

During this last week, the Montecito real estate market has seen 10 Montecito homes come on the market. As your Montecito real estate agent, I want to highlight this Mediterranean Montecito estate nestled in the beauty and serenity of Montecito at 2876 Valley Road. Driving through the either of the two gated entrances, the beautiful surroundings of nature immediately calm the soul and bring you to the steps of this Montecito estate set on 9+ acres. The panoramic ocean, island, mountain, harbor and coastline views from both indoors and outdoors of this Montecito estate are unobstructed and breathtaking.  This Montecito estate boasts an incredibly infinity pool and spa overlooking the ocean, calming and invigorating your soul with the majesty and beauty of nature and exquisite architecture. Complete with gourmet kitchen, cathedral ceilings, a lovely guest house, fruit trees, a gazebo and over 5,600 square feet, this Montecito estate offers immaculate indoor and outdoor spaces for both everyday living and entertaining year-round.

Click HERE to view full Montecito MLS listing details on this Montecito estate and the other newly listed Montecito homes.

Montecito Estate | Presented by Santa Barbara Realtors

Montecito Estate | Presented by Santa Barbara Realtors

Montecito Estate | Presented by Santa Barbara Realtors

Montecito Estate | Presented by Santa Barbara Realtors

Montecito Estate | Presented by Santa Barbara Realtors

Please contact Daniel Zia, your Montecito real estate agent, if you have any further questions about the Montecito real estate market or this Montecito estate. 805-637-7148 or Daniel@ZiaGroup.com. Daniel and the rest of the Zia Group team are ready to assist you in your search for the perfect Montecito estate. You may also visit our website www.theziagroup.com for detailed information on Montecito neighborhoods, as well as many valuable resources. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.

For prospective home buyers looking for a Montecito property, here is the Montecito Real Estate Market update for this past week.

The only home added to the Montecito market this week was this Montecito property, located off Eucalyptus Hill Road at 115 Coronada Circle in Villa Coronada.  This Montecito property is open and filled with natural light throughout as well as being surrounded by beautiful greenery.  This lovely Montecito property is ideal for indoor and outdoor living with a large den, a large great room with fireplace, a lovely breakfast area that overlooks the gardens as well as a community pool and spa.

To view the full Montecito MLS listing details on this Montecito property click HERE.

Montecito Property | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Montecito Property | Presented by Montecito Realtors

Please contact Daniel Zia, your Montecito real estate agent, if you have any further questions about the Montecito real estate market or this Montecito property. 805-637-7148 or Daniel@ZiaGroup.com. Daniel and the rest of the Zia Group team are ready to assist you in your search for the perfect Montecito estate. You may also visit our website www.theziagroup.com for detailed information on Montecito neighborhoods, as well as many valuable resources. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.

This week, we feature three Montecito homes for sale that came on the market in the past seven days. These Montecito homes for sale range in price from $1,495,000 to $2,180,000. This East Valley Road estate, built in 1931, is one of the Montecito homes for sale that is an excellent value and priced to sell. The ocean views are breathtaking, the mountain views are epic, and the renovation throughout is beautifully done with distressed maple floors, custom kitchen and baths with granite counters, new interior and exterior paint, new Anderson windows, and two fireplaces to keep you and your loved ones warm and cozy as you enjoy the peace and beauty of nature. Of the Montecito homes for sale, this property is currently the talk of Montecito real estate agents and Montecito home buyers. As the listing agent for this magnificent property, along with Larry Krogh, it is a wonderful privilege to presented this Montecito home to you this week, located at 2803 East Valley Road.

Click HERE to view full Montecito MLS listing details and photographs on this and the other newly listed Montecito homes for sale.

Montecito Homes For Sale | Presented by: Santa Barbara Realtors

Montecito Homes For Sale | Presented by: Santa Barbara Realtors

Montecito Homes For Sale | Presented by: Santa Barbara Realtors

Montecito Homes For Sale | Presented by: Santa Barbara Realtors

Montecito Homes For Sale | Presented by: Santa Barbara Realtors

Montecito Homes For Sale | Presented by: Santa Barbara Realtors

Please contact Daniel Zia, your Montecito real estate agent, if you have any further questions about the Montecito real estate market. 805-637-7148 or Daniel@ZiaGroup.com. Daniel and the rest of the Zia Group team are ready to assist you in your search for the perfect home in the available Montecito homes for sale. You may also visit our website www.theziagroup.com for detailed information on Montecito neighborhoods, as well as many valuable resources. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.

For prospective buyers interested in a beautiful and unique Montecito estate newly on the Santa Barbara Real Estate Market, there are 5 newly listed Montecito estates this week.

This Montecito estate will take your breath away indoors and outdoors.  This Montecito Provencal Estate has epic mountain and ocean views and is nestled away on over 2 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds as well as over 2 acres non landscaped.  Located in the heart of Montecito off East Valley Road, not only does this beautiful estate have beautiful grounds but is located on a private nature preserve.  The blended European with modern details in this home create a warm and inviting space turn-key style for current home buyers.  Whether it’s entertaining or daily living, this Montecito estate will meet the needs of the most diverse buyers as the 4 bedrooms include 2 master bedrooms, one grand master bedroom while the other is located upstairs and includes a lovely romantic balcony.  The heart is destined to soar and be inspired from the exquisite surroundings and views of this beautifully crafted and designed Montecito estate. To view full Montecito MLS listing details of this Montecito estate click HERE.

Click HERE to view full Montecito MLS listing details and photographs of all 5 newly listed Montecito estates.

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Please contact Daniel Zia, your Montecito real estate agent, if you have any further questions about the Montecito real estate market. 805-637-7148 or Daniel@ZiaGroup.com. Daniel and the rest of the Zia Group team are ready to assist you in your search for the perfect Montecito estate. You may also visit our website www.theziagroup.com for detailed information on Montecito neighborhoods, as well as many valuable resources. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.

This past week, nine lovely Montecito Estates came on the Montecito real estate market.  As a Montecito Realtor with a great appreciation for French country homes, I couldn’t pass up showcasing this beautiful Montecito Estate.

This beautiful custom-built 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath French country home is a great option for those home buyers looking at homes in Montecito.  Nestled away on North Jameson Lane, and located in Montecito Union School District, this Montecito Estate is in excellent condition and a turn-key Santa Barbara property.  This French country Montecito Estate sits on .74 acres with beautiful Mountain views and fruit trees to be enjoyed.  Regardless of the size of your family, this 4,637 square foot Montecito estate with 3 fireplaces, wood floors, a gourmet kitchen, French doors, and beam ceilings is charming and offers the space and openness that a large family may need, while keeping with the coziness of the French country style.  Whether you’ve been looking for homes in Santa Barbara or Montecito, this is one you won’t want to miss.  This Montectio Estate came on the market just a few days ago at $1,895,000.

Click HERE to view Montecito MLS listing details and photographs on this and the each newly listed Montecito estate.

Montecito Estate | Your Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Your Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Your Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Your Montecito Realtor

Please contact Daniel Zia, your Montecito real estate agent, if you have any further questions about the Montecito real estate market. 805-637-7148 or Daniel@ZiaGroup.com. Daniel and the rest of the Zia Group team are ready to assist you in your search for the perfect Montecito estate. You may also visit our website www.theziagroup.com for detailed information on Montecito neighborhoods, as well as many valuable resources. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.

During the last two weeks, 10 Montecito homes have newly entered the Montecito MLS ranging in price from $739,000 to $14,850,000.  Each Montecito Estate newly on the Montecito market is a unique treasure with beautiful craftsmanship in it’s design, so choosing one to highlight was a challenge.

This Montecito estate on 12.8 manicured acres, with spectacular panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Barbara harbor and the mountains will leave you speechless as you drive up the brick driveway to the 11,300 square foot main house.  Surrounded by fruit trees and ocean views, this Montecito estate has left no need unattended to, from the pool, cabana, wine cellar, theatre, greenhouse, 11 fireplaces, 2,200 square foot caretakers building, new second residence with 3-car garage, and did I mention breathtaking views of nature from the ocean to the mountains.  The caretakers’ quarters are complete as well as the extensive guest quarters which include a guest bedroom wing in the main house.  Whether you’re needs are primarily family or business related, your needs for space and and beauty to live and thrive in are crucial, and this Montecito estate is a must see priced at $14,850,000.

Click HERE to view full Montecito MLS listing details with photographs on this exquisite Montecito Estate located at

Click HERE to view full Montecito MLS listing details with photographs on all 10 newly listed Montecito Estates.

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Montecito Estate | Presented by Montecito Realtor

Please contact Daniel Zia, your Montecito real estate agent, if you have any further questions about the Montecito real estate market. 805-637-7148 or Daniel@ZiaGroup.com. Daniel and the rest of the Zia Group team are ready to assist you in your search for the perfect Montecito estate. You may also visit our website www.theziagroup.com for detailed information on Montecito neighborhoods, as well as many valuable resources. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.

Over this last week, six homes came onto the Montecito MLS as new listings, ranging in price from $749,950 to $22,500,000. This “Hedge Row” Montecito home is the epitome of clean and breathtaking as a remodeled, contemporary Santa Barbara home. This Montecito home has indoor/outdoor living with the distinct pocketing sliding glass doors that connect the outdoor living areas the life inside. This Montecito home offers room to breathe with 3,172 square feet, a pool and large patios for enjoying your loved ones in beautiful style, and 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths.  This Montecito home built in 1958 has been exquisitely remodeled from every angle and the surroundings of nature and modern conveniences will invigorate and inspire you. This Montecito home  comes onto the market at $2,695,000 and is one that should not be missed if contemporary is your style.

Click HERE to view full Montecito MLS listing details on this property.

Click HERE to view full Montecito MLS listing details on all newly listed Montecito homes.

Montecito Home | Montecito Realtor Daniel Zia

Montecito Home | Montecito Realtor Daniel Zia

Montecito Home | Montecito Realtor Daniel Zia

Montecito Home | Montecito Realtor Daniel Zia

Please contact Daniel Zia, your Montecito real estate agent, if you have any further questions about the Montecito real estate market. 805-637-7148 or Daniel@ZiaGroup.com. Daniel and the rest of the Zia Group team are ready to assist you in your search for the perfect Montecito estate. You may also visit our website www.theziagroup.com for detailed information on Montecito neighborhoods, as well as many valuable resources. Thank you for visiting the Montecito Real Estate Blog.