California Modernist Zen
Montecito, California
$5,995,000
Residence
Style: Modernist
Price: $5,995,000
Architect: Paul Grey
APN#: 011-070-030
Year Built: 1981
Bedrooms/Baths: 3/3 Full & 1 Powder Room
Lot Size: 2.15± Acres
MAIN LEVEL
Foyer (21' x 7'):
The lovely entry opens to large sliding glass
doors to the rear terrace and the Main Galleria to the left and the Living
Room to the right. The entry features built-in display shelves, a
glass-shelf wet bar with black granite countertops, refrigerator and wine
storage, and random plank oak floors continuing through the Main Galleria.
Main Galleria (27' x 10'):
The delightful entry opens to the
Galleria bathed in natural sunlight from skylights in the 10’ ceilings.
Living Room (30' x 24'):
Grand 14’ ceiling and large sliding glass
doors take full advantage of the views to the rear gardens and the
spectacular panoramic ocean views. On the opposite side, a large glass
window showcases the front garden terrace views with its beautiful
reflecting pond. The gas-starter fireplace is set in black marble surrounded
by extensive built in bookcases and storage cabinets, perfect for displaying
collectibles. The flooring is random plank oak floors throughout the main
level.
Dining Room (14' x 14'):
At the end of the Galleria, the Dining Room
features large sliding glass doors with views to the side terrace, creating
an inviting space for elegant dining. Built-in China and Silver storage is
located near an access door to the kitchen.
Powder Room:
At the end of the hallway, a powder room with Black
Granite countertops and a skylight conveniently located near the Dining Room
and Kitchen, with a hall closet perfect for more storage located near the
entrance.
Kitchen (18' x 14'):
Accessed through a swinging door from the
Dining Room or Galleria, the Kitchen has inset lighting, with light-colored
random plank oak floors, Formica countertops with a marble and butcher-block
island, a butler’s pantry with a separate sink, and a large walk-in pantry.
All appliances have stainless steel surfacing: A Sub Zero refrigerator in
the kitchen and a Jenn-Air refrigerator over freezer located in the butler’s
pantry, A KitchenAid 5-burner gas cooktop, built in KitchenAid double
convection oven, Thermador warming drawer, Bosch dishwasher, KitchenAid
trash compactor, and water purifier.
Breakfast Area:
A roomy breakfast area with sliding glass doors to
the side terrace and an accommodating menu planning desk with storage.
Master Bedroom (20' x 15'):
Located off the Main Gallery, double
doors open to a hallway area with skylights and large windows, a storage
closet, an elevator to the Garden level, and a large, fully-organized
walk-in closet. The pleasant Master Bedroom features sliding glass doors to
the rear terrace with gorgeous ocean views. There’s also sliding glass doors
to the side terrace with garden views. Indirect lighting and built-in
bookshelves make this an inviting space. The Master Bathroom features an
ample dressing area with a large closet and wall-to-wall carpeting, and a
full tile bath.
Laundry Room:
Entered from the Kitchen, the Laundry is equipped for
either gas or electric hookups (220V outlet). The Formica counter has a
utility sink and extensive storage cabinets, including a large china storage
closet. There is a rear door to the side gardens and a staircase to the
Guest Apartment.
Two-Room Guest Apartment:
Located above the 3-car garage, the
Bedroom (20’x17’) is spacious with wall-to-wall carpet, cloak closet and a
full tiled bath with a skylight. The Sitting Room (17’x12’) has a large
walk-in closet, a breakfast bar with sink and storage cabinets, and sliding
glass doors to a private balcony. The balcony has a copper-lined planting
box at the top of the terrace wall with views to the side garden.
Garage (34’x12’):
A finished 3-car Garage with beamed ceiling, 3 automatic
doors, and plentiful storage closets.
Main Floor Private Walled Side Terrace (31’x11’):
This terrace serves the
Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Breakfast Area and Dining Room, and features a
Pergola covered patio area with views to the rear and side gardens and
breathtaking ocean and island views.
Main Floor Private Walled Rear Terrace (63’x38’):
Amazing ocean, island and
garden views from the rear terrace serving the Living Room and Entry.
GARDEN LEVEL
Access the lower level via the elevator located in the
hall outside the Master Bedroom, or follow the marble balustrade down to the
Garden Level Hallway. Upon descending to the Garden Level, the lovely garden
views can be seen from the sliding glass doors to the rear terrace at the
end of the hallway.
Guest Bedroom One (17' x 13'):
This bedroom features a sliding glass door to a covered private walled
terrace with views to the side gardens. A Gardener’s tiled half bath is
located outside on the patio. Wall-to-wall carpeting, a full tile/shower
bath, and organized closets..
Storage Room:
A large finished store room perfect for storing precious items, or housing a
future wine-cellar.
Guest Bedroom Two (16' x 15'):
This room features sliding glass doors to the rear terrace and gardens with
gorgeous ocean and island views. Wall-to-wall carpeting, a full shower/tub bath,
and organized closets.
Project Room (13’x11’):
Extensive counter space and built-in cabinets with a
utility sink and storage closets. Another built-in work center faces the
opposite side.
Utility Room:
Inside this large utility room are two water heaters, with
120-gallon and 100-gallon tanks, Solar/Electric and Solar/Water energy sources
provide electric for the master bedroom, kitchen and garage doors, and water
heating for the whole house.
Game Room (29' x 19'):
A large-scale room with two sliding glass doors to the rear gardens with ocean
and island views, ceiling lighting, and wall-to-wall carpet.
Approach:
Electric Gate Entry and large gravel motorcourt lead to the gated
approach with a pergola-covered entry way. Through the gate is a beautiful
reflecting pond and Zen garden with a path leading to the custom wood front
door.
Additional Features
- Sounds speakers in the living room.
- Solar panels for electric service in the master bedroom, kitchen and
garage door openers.
- Solar panels for hot water.
- Security System.
- Phone System.
- Water purifier.
- Gated Entrance.
- Mechanical room.
- Elevator.
- 100 & 120 gallon hot water heater.
- 3 furnaces.
- 2 inverters.
To schedule a private
tour, call
Harry Kolb
805.565.8633