Enviable Ocean-View Homes in Montecito and the Mesa

What’s your pleasure? A contemporary retreat amid mature oaks or a Mediterranean marvel on a serene cul-de-sac? Either way, you’ll get drop-dead gorgeous views….

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Zen-like serenity and simplicity meet sophistication of form and function at 975 Mariposa Lane, a Montecito home among mature oaks on a hillside with remarkable ocean and island views. The residence emanates an air of spaciousness and light bestowed throughout by bountiful windows and glass doors, indirect lighting, and skylights.

Step into the welcoming living room and the eye is drawn to the ocean and Channel Islands, beyond an expanse of glass flanked by floor-to-ceiling sidelight windows. A sleek fireplace glows: its reflection caught in the large sliding glass doors that open to an enchanting terrace. Bathed in dappled light through the leaves of a majestic oak, the terrace evokes the peaceful ambiance of a treehouse.

The formal dining area is a refined alcove looking out to the ocean; just steps away is the kitchen, where chef-worthy appliances and accouterments join custom cabinetry and design features. Nearby, a comfortable and relaxing den, bathed in natural light from skylights and through large windows and sliding glass doors to the terrace, celebrates the magnificent ocean vista. And all the bedrooms are designed for the utmost privacy and comfort. The primary suite, for instance, offers large windows, a walk-in closet, and a luxurious bath.

The terraced grounds feature a gorgeous pool and its spacious deck, pergola, and nearby built-in barbecue and wet bar. A serpentine path leads to additional amenities, including an intimate lawn, seating, and meditation spots, fire pits, and fountains.

975 Mariposa Lane is being offered for $6,595,000. To schedule a visit, contact Cristal Clarke of Berkshire Hathaway at 805-886-9378 or [email protected].

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A world-class panorama of ocean, islands, and sky; the epitome of a mild, Mediterranean climate; convenience to schools, services, shopping, and shore; impressive design; and undeniable comfort and class: just a few of the things that make 1708 La Vista Del Oceano a crown jewel of Santa Barbara’s Mesa neighborhood.

Inside the home, a turreted entryway is accented by clerestory windows and features a dramatic entresol balcony cosseted by a custom wrought-iron balustrade. A curving staircase descends from there to the main living area where natural light spills through windows and folding glass doors that create unobstructed access to the large terrace and infinity edge pool and spa. Beyond lies a sweeping sunrise to sunset ocean and island vista.

Throughout the home, high ceilings with recessed lighting, abundant natural light, and handsome walnut floors are plentiful, including in the large gourmet kitchen, breakfast area and spacious sitting area that comprise a welcoming great room.

The lower level is dedicated to poolside bedroom suites; all with French doors to the sprawling terrace and its magnificent ocean and island views. The primary suite has a pair of walk-in closets, and a luxurious bath swathed in marble and floored with wide-plank hardwood. While two additional bedroom suites share the pool level, a third guest suite has its own private stairway access off the great room, along with a lovely bath and an ocean-view balcony.

Upper-level covered and open terraces offer elevated vistas of ocean, islands, and sky, as well as gracefully curving stairways to the expansive pool terrace where amenities such as an outdoor shower and built-in barbecue complement the pool and spa.

1708 La Vista Del Oceano is being offered for $8,990,000. To schedule a visit, contact Cristal Clarke of Berkshire Hathaway at 805-886-9378 or [email protected].

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Sponsored by Cristal Clarke (DRE# 00968247).