In the heart of Santa Barbara's desirable Hope neighborhood there is a spacious home that is both private and wonderfully inviting. With five bedrooms and four full baths, it is a home ideally suited for a family--and also for graciously hosting guests. This Spanish Style hacienda is newly remodeled in a way that emphasizes the old-world qualities with which it was built. Solid wood beams, gorgeous Tecate tiles and custom iron fixtures go hand-in-hand with the airy, open floor plan of the first level, and the modern luxuries of a home that's fully-wired for music and internet. Delightful details abound inside and out. A privacy gate at the entrance of the driveway begins your tour, followed by the sweet smells of a garden of fruit-bearing trees including: orange, lemon, loquat, cumquat, and avocado. Through the decorative solid wood front entrance the home draws you in to a large living room. Natural light streams through the French doors of the dining and kitchen area, displaying a gorgeous landscaped courtyard oasis. The custom kitchen is very well thought out with built-in cabinets, quartz countertops and high-end appliances.

There are two master suites, one on each floor, as well as two laundry units. The convenience and luxury that this dual arrangement affords is very easy to appreciate. The dark, rich, hardwood floors of the bedrooms and the vaulted ceilings upstairs are beautiful to behold. The second floor features a special gathering room, perfect for spending time with family. A doorway from this room leads to a picturesque outdoor balcony.

With views of mountains and a superb location near to the best of Santa Barbara, the Hope hacienda is a treasure that will bring joy, comfort, and happiness for generations to come.