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 Prestigious History of Sales

Harry Kolb has represented some of the most exclusive estates and charming homes in Montecito, Santa Barbara, Hope Ranch, and Carpinteria - from major estate properties to polo ranches and ocean front properties.

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Prices shown are listing prices only and may not reflect the actual selling price.


  Sotto Il Monte   $29,000,000
One of California's most splendid estates, this breathtaking property is the most significant property in Montecito to become available in many years.  Read more. . .

  Heavenly Oaks   $25,900,000
This award-winning estate was built circa 1929 by renowned architect Reginald Johnson; its lavish landscape plan was created by Lockwood DeForest. A 17.9-acre park like oasis and panoramic ocean and island views dominate every aspect of the property, affording a unique sense of seclusion coupled with magnificent vistas. Expansive lawns, abundant oak trees, rose and orchid gardens and orchards adorn the acreage. A formal garden with white holly hedges, fountains, and ponds—including a koi pond—enhance the majestic grounds.    Read more...

  French Country Home   $24,000,000
A 1987 French Country home designed by Jerry Goodman of approximately 6,000 sq. ft. set on two oceanfront gated parcels totaling 4.3 acres including a spa and guest apartment over the garage. One of the very few large oceanfront parcels in the entire Santa Barbara area. This is not just a beach house but rather a wonderful estate home on an oceanfront parcel offering a rare eastern view down the entire Carpinteria coast as well as southern island vistas.    Read more...

  Majestic 1890 Estate Grounds   Sold for $21,600,000
Minimum Bid was $18,000,000
A charming stone gatehouse and entry leads through a palm-lined drive over stone bridges through 6 subdivided parcels with elaborate estate facilities including stables, guesthouse, staff quarters, pool, security surveillance and a large Cliff May designed main home. Complete privacy on 35 manicured acres of stone pathways and mature trees.   Read more. . .

 

  Spanish Colonial Revival Estate   $16,900,000  
Today, the only thing better than owning a George Washington Smith designed home is to have the opportunity to own a Smith designed home that has been totally and sensitively renovated – where the modern features of today’s demands are seamlessly married into the charming design and surfaces of the 1920’s. This is that home. Designed by Smith and built in 1926 for Arthur E. Ogilvy, this Spanish Colonial Revival estate offers the ambiance of Old California coupled with the amenities of today.

  Coastal Panorama   $8,750,000
Designed by noted Beverly Hills architect John Elgin Woolf in 1960 for members of the Huntington family, this International style home commands expansive public rooms, 12 foot ceilings, panoramic coastal views and a Montecito location at the center of what is considered best of the best.   
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  "Cuatro Vientos" - The Four Winds   $8,395,000
a sophisticated estate with panoramic ocean, island and city views. Designed in 1929 by Reginald Johnson, architect of the famed Biltmore Hotel, the recently renovated home offers all of today's modern conveniences. Set on over 3 acres of splendid landscaping, terraced walkways, a formal rose garden, expansive lawns, guest house and pool cabana complex.
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  The Gould Estate   $7,495,000
Seldom does a buyer find a significant piece of historic architecture still retaining substantial grounds that offer privacy, seclusion, and a home that offers expansive rooms and even that most rare and sought after feature – panoramic ocean and harbor views. The Gould estate of 1918 is that rare find and we are proud to offer it to its new trustee.
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  Las Ventanas   $7,495,000
This Mediterranean home is set on a gated 9+/- acres in the foothills, surrounded by exceptional panoramic ocean, island and mountain views. The numerous amenities include a guesthouse, spa, courtyard with fireplace, orchard, wine cellar and state-of-the-art electronic systems throughout both homes.
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  Wildwood: California Monterey Colonial   $7,300,000
Classic understated and elegant Monterey Colonial on 9+ acres and 5-parcels with panoramic mountain views, long drive and serene privacy.  Read more. . .

  Island Contemporary   $6,950,000
A myriad of pleasures awaits at Hope Ranch Park, an elite Santa Barbara residential area with a private country club, miles of scenic riding trails and a marvelous private beach. Ideally situated in the most exclusive estate area within this California paradise is the wonderful estate, a masterpiece of careful planning, superior details and incomparable quality.
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  California Modernist Zen   $5,995,000
A striking modernist home designed by architect Paul Grey in 1981 with a wonderful indoor/outdoor floor plan. Every room opens to inviting stone terraces and garden views, and breathtaking panoramic ocean and island views, all set on 2.15 acres.
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  Inspiring French Normandy   $5,975,000
This newly constructed French Normandy home designed by local architect, Paul Beigh, is set atop 1.2± beautifully landscaped rolling acres in the Hope Ranch hills and boasts unrivaled panoramic ocean and island views.   Read more...

  Riven Rock Property   $5,900,000
The Riven Rock area of Montecito is a beautiful and picturesque residential setting. Winding country lanes lined with stone walls, lush landscaping, and stately homes create a special living environment.  Read more. . .

  G.W. Smith Estate   $5,750,000
The exterior façade as seen from the entrance gates presents the indelible, nonpareil stamp of George Washington Smith, a name synonymous with Spanish Santa Barbara architecture.
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  Spanish Colonial Revival Estate   $5,495,000
Originally created in 1928 as a carriage house, this charming George Washington Smith designed Mediterranean home has been lavishly remodeled and updated so that it now combines the comforts and amenities of today with the style and grace of a bygone era. .   Read more...

  Villa Escondida   $5,495,000
Villa Escondida, “The Hidden Place” is a masterful example of creative and quality design responding perfectly to a magical setting. The property captures the essence of the Montecito lifestyle: reflections of historic Santa Barbara seamlessly meshed with an inspired study of scale, proportion and natural light complementing a pristine property..   Read more. . .

  George Washington Smith Masterpiece   $5,500,000
We are proud to present that rare offering for those searching for the most beautiful Mediterranean home in a magnificently landscaped, secluded setting. Set behind beautiful wrought-iron gates, this superbly restored Andalusian Spanish masterpiece was first designed and built by the renowned architect, George Washington Smith, in 1925. The interior design details of the home and the lush gardens set the tone for gracious family living. "The entry hall and secondary halls leading to the public rooms and upstairs are examples of Smith's finest work," from SANTA BARBARA ARCHITECTURE, by David Gebhard, 1980. This is, without a doubt, the most refined "small" estate in Montecito.   Read more. . .

  Montecito Riding Academy   $4,000,000
On 14.6± acres, this professional horse facility is one of the finest on the southern coast and is rare in its location enjoying a wonderfully mild coastal climate.  Read more. . .

  Birnam Wood's Most Inspiring View   $3,995,000
Set on what may be the most dramatic and premier location within the prestigious Birnam Wood Golf Club, this highly refined home offers spectacular mountain and lake views from its expansive rooms along with the finest examples of superior construction and design. The three-bedroom plus den home offers high ceilings, handsome moldings, stone fireplaces, warm parquet oak floors and generous marble baths. One of the largest and most inspiring homes in the club.
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  Three-Acre Ocean/Mountain Estate Parcel

  $3,900,000
Prestigious Estate Site This exceptional 3-acre parcel sits on the crest of an estate-lined road at one of Montecito's most desired addresses. With unparalleled mountain, ocean and valley views in almost every direction, you will be able to build your dream home, as well as a guest house, pool and tennis court. A guest house is already on the site.   
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  English Country Manor   $3,750,000
Situated in one of the most prestigious sections of Montecito, among some of the most renowned estates on the West Coast, this 1.55 acre property frames magnificent garden and panoramic mountain views.  Read more. . .

  Montecito Remodel Prospect   $3,590,000
Elegant 1927 Italian Mediterranean home with charming old-world style and character set in a private, mountain view, 2-acre garden with pool and 3-bedroom guesthouse. This opportunity won’t last long.
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  Jack Warner Design

  $3,495,000
This wonderfully dramatic Jack Warner designed contemporary home is offered for sale for the first time. The property is arranged around the large pool and brick terrace framed by lollipop trees and expansive mountain views. The grounds include a wide variety of fruit trees and ornamental plantings in addition to a pool house or detached office, gated entrance, large motor court and two-car garage.  
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  Fairway and Ocean Views   $3,250,000
A wonderful 3-bedroom Contemporary home located in the prestigious, gated Montecito community of Birnam Wood Golf Club above the 14th fairway. Residents enjoy gracious views from the 14th tee, down its picturesque fairway, over its tranquil lake and to the Pacific Ocean beyond.   Read more...

  Spacious Birnam Wood Home

  $2,995,000
Take refuge in the tranquility of sophisticated Birnam Wood Golf Club in Montecito. This meticulously crafted home, with expansive rooms and extensive storage, located on the 10th fairway, is designed for gracious living. It features spacious and elegant rooms with use of marble and wood.  
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  Edwards & Plunkett Design   $2,950,000
This residence affords a very rare opportunity for one to experience an exceptional architectural gem in a breathtaking setting of privacy and serenity. A wonderful combination of a location in the immediate vicinity of the charming El Encanto Hotel, and yet, offering the complete privacy and seclusion of its own 2.5 gated acres of gardens, terraces, fountains and loggias.  Read more..

  Golf Club Home   $2,800,000
A charming Birnam Wood Golf Club Home with a traditional style floor plan including a master suite, staff bedroom and a guest house with two guest suites set on an unusually large and private parcel with ocean and mountain views.  Read more. . .

  Mediterranean Retreat   $2,750,000
Perhaps the most romantic small home in Montecito,built around a 100-year old stone walled courtyard, set among the most prestigious major estates in our area, has just come on the market. Designed by Michael Walton and built in 1985, this two-story Mediterranean home was constructed to utilize a cut stone reservoir of some 66 feet long capturing a most private and unique courtyard setting for the rear terraces, new 36’ x 10’6” black-bottom pool and spa.   Read more. . .

  Birnam Wood Contemporary   $2,500,000
Beautiful single-story contemporary home designed by James Morris, situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in Birnam Wood and overlooking the 2nd fairway and the mountains.   Read more. . .

  Five-Acre Ocean View   $2,495,000
Inspiring ocean and mountain views dominate this expansive 5-acre setting and offer wonderful vistas from each room of this 1986 Mediterranean home. The gently sloping grounds are totally usable and now include a well-maintained avocado grove with automated irrigation. Property is served by Montecito Water and two abandoned wells. Peaceful seclusion only 10 minutes from the Montecito Upper Village.   Read more. . .

  Ventañas del Mundo   $2,495,000
Majestically perched atop a private knoll with panoramic vistas stretching accross the entire Montecito Valley to the Pacific Coast and Channel islands beyond that are enjoyed from each room. The home offers complete privacy, a well designed floor plan and exceptionally high ceilings allowing the viewers to forget that they are surrounded by a home and adds the feeling of being lost in the expanse of it all.  Read more...

  11-acre Harbor View Lot   $2,300,000
One of the most private and secluded parcels in the prestigious Cima del Mundo development is now available. An oak studded lot on 11 acres with lovely ocean, harbor, mountain and private forest views. Two large building envelopes are available to accommodate your main home and a guesthouse on this gently sloping parcel with plenty of room for pool, pool house and tennis court. The parcel offers underground utilities including Montecito sewer and water service. No Montecito Growth Management Ordinance allocation is necessary since all of the Cima del Mundo development is just outside the Montecito boundary. Build your dream estate. The property offering is condition upon the seller completing his purchase of a replacement property already in escrow.
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  Cima del Mundo   $2,250,000
Five acres +/- with spectacular views of the City, Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, this estate site with existing cottage and garage is a rare find. With beautiful mature trees and a large, level building pad, it is set among other exclusive homes in a highly sought after location just outside Montecito.  Read more. . .

  Island Contemporary   $2,250,000
A wonderful 4-bedroom Island Contemporary style home with expansive rooms, high ceilings, a great family floor plan and a detached office. It’s our pleasure to represent this very sought after property – a family home in an excellent location. All major rooms in the home have easy garden and terrace access through large, sliding glass doors. This 1.3-acre private and level mountain view property is set at the end of a long, secluded drive and yet located close to the upper village. Convenience and seclusion - a very rare combination.  Read more..

  Santa Barbara's Upper Riviera   $2,100,000
Enjoy a wonderfully private, ocean view park of over 2 acres from this wood and glass contemporary home on Santa Barbara’s upper Riviera with 5-bedrooms, a 2-room guesthouse behind electric gates and all in immaculate, move-in condition.  Read more. . .

  At the end of a Private Lane   $1,395,000
We are proud to offer a very rare combination of features for a Montecito home price below the $2 million level - A wonderful 3 bedroom home with high ceilings and a large master suite set on a perfectly level 1-acre private parcel with a pool, pool house and plenty of room for a tennis court or magnificent gardens. Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac within easy walking distance to public and private schools, this 1970's home provides a wonderful floor plan and excellent amenities that can either be enjoyed as they are by a new owner or improved and remodeled with the latest amenities and still remain in keeping with neighborhood market values.  Read more. . .

A summary of major properties sold by Harry Kolb:

$31,500,000

  Sycamore Canyon Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$28,000,000

  Sycamore Canyon Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$24,000,000

  Padaro Lane
  Carpinteria, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$16,000,000

  East Mountain Drive
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

Confidential

  Llano Avenue
  Hope Ranch, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$14,000,000

  Picacho Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$12,500,000

  Picacho Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$11,900,000

  Woodley
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$8,750,000

  Coastal Panorama
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$8,500,000

  Picacho Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$8,500,000

  Padaro Lane
  Carpinteria, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$8,500,000

  East Mountain Drive
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$8,395,000

  Las Tunas Road
  Santa Barbara, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$7,986,000

  Park Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$7,300,000

  East Valley Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$6,695,000

  Marina Drive
  Hope Ranch, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$6,200,000

  Riven Rock Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$5,950,000

  Picacho Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$5,950,000

  Sycamore Canyon Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$5,900,000

  Riven Rock Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$5,900,000

  Riven Rock Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$5,750,000

  G.W. Smith Estate
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$5,500,000

  El Bosque
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$5,495,000

  Spanish Colonial Revival Estate
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$4,950,000

  Cold Springs Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$4,495,000

  East Mountain Drive
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$4,300,000

  Mariposa Drive
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$4,250,000

  Sycamore Canyon Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer/Seller
 

$4,200,000

  Campanil Drive
  Santa Barbara, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,950,000

  Casitas Pass Road
  Carpinteria, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$3,950,000

  Padaro Lane
  Carpinteria, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,900,000

  Sycamore Canyon Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,900,000

  Romero Canyon Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$3,850,000

  Middle Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,850,000

  East Valley Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,750,000

  East Valley Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,590,000

  East Valley Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,500,000

  East Mountain Drive
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,500,000

  Boundary Drive
  Birnam Wood, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,495,000

  San Ysidro Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,450,000

  Crocker Sperry Drive
  Birnam Wood, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,295,000

  Vista Linda Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,290,000

  Park Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$3,200,000

  East Mountain Drive
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,995,000

  Birnam Wood Drive
  Birnam Wood, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,950,000

  Bella Vista
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,950,000

  Pepper Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$2,950,000

  El Bosque Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer/Seller
 

$2,950,000

  Alston Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,950,000

  Mission Ridge
  Santa Barbara, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,900,000

  Inverness Lane
  Birnam Wood, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,800,000

  Birnam Wood Drive
  Birnam Wood, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,750,000

  Picacho Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$2,750,000

  Hot Springs Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,750,000

  Via Esperanza
  Hope Ranch, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,750,000

  Middle Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer/Seller
 

$2,750,000

  Mount Calvary Road
  Santa Barbara, California
  Representing: Buyer/Seller
 

$2,650,000

  Lilac Drive
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,595,000

  San Ysidro Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,550,000

  Hot Springs Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,500,000

  Birnam Wood Contemporary
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,500,000

  East Mountain Drive
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,500,000

  Buena Vista Avenue
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,500,000

  Buena Vista Avenue
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,500,000

  Parra Grande Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,495,000

  Park Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,395,000

  East Valley Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$2,300,000

  Cima Del Mundo
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,295,000

  Hot Springs Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,295,000

  East Mountain Drive
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,250,000

  Cima del Mundo
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$2,195,000

  El Cielito Road
  Santa Barbara, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$2,100,000

  Las Tunas
  Santa Barbara, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,995,000

  Penny Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,975,000

  East Valley Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,950,000

  Gobernador Canyon Road
  Carpinteria, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,900,000

  San Leandro Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,900,000

  Casitas Pass Road
  Carpinteria, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,875,000

  Cima Linda Lane
  Santa Barbara, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,795,000

  East Mountain Drive
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,750,000

  Cima del Mundo
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,750,000

  Hot Springs Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$1,750,000

  Birnam Wood Drive
  Birnam Wood, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$1,750,000

  Lilac Drive
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,750,000

  Padaro Lane
  Carpinteria, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,750,000

  Via Esperanza
  Hope Ranch, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$1,750,000

  Olive Mill Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,750,000

  Middle Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Buyer
 

$1,690,000

  Fife Lane
  Birnam Wood, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,675,000

  Park Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,650,000

  Pomar Lane
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,600,000

  Middle Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,600,000

  Golf Road
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller
 

$1,595,000

  Buena Vista Avenue
  Montecito, California
  Representing: Seller