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The exterior façade as seen from the entrance gates presents the indelible stamp of George Washington Smith, a name synonymous with Spanish Santa Barbara architecture. Yet, this public vantage of Smith’s historic continuity, his romanticism and charm, does not begin to suggest the marvels that lay hidden behind the massive entrance door. In a brilliant interplay of angularity and arches, of grand rooms and informal balconies, of aesthetic ornamentation and structural integrity, this Montecito home evokes an ultimate peacefulness and restfulness lightly spiced with a touch of exotic mystery. Each room possesses its own identity and magic, and the house is replete with antique and handcrafted tile, mahogany carved doors, decorative wrought iron grates, sconces and chandeliers, and beams imported from the continent; yet there is an overall unity and flow that carries out into the beautiful gardens, lawns and classic swimming pool and fountain. It should also be mentioned that in this instance “classic” does not translate as “old.” Having just benefited from a thorough, and most sensitive and well researched three year restoration and renovation, this home now stands ready for another eighty years of inspiring service. A spacious first floor master suite, five family bedroom suites, a library/office and a project room/office, a bright and expansive center-island kitchen with great room, stunning period hardware, romantic wrought iron fixtures, seven fireplaces and all the new conveniences we now expect in our finest homes, like Crestron whole house management system, are seamlessly combined in this unique offering. The best of the new has been gracefully integrated into what is surely a home for the ages.

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