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Inside the coveted coastal enclave of Hope Ranch lies this stunningly renovated Spanish-style estate - a sanctuary of understated luxury inspired by the architectural undertones of George Washington Smith. While many homes lay claim to noteworthy distinctions, Casa Colibrà (''House of the Hummingbird'') truly stands in a class of its own. Every inch of this estate has been thoughtfully, meticulously, painstakingly reconditioned to restore the home to its authentic roots. The magnificent result is a classically Spanish-style yet thoroughly modern estate, exuding a masterful combination of charm, comfort, architectural detail, and stylistic integrity.The amenities afforded in this impressive 3.25-acre estate check all the boxes and then some: a 7,100+ sq ft. home with private guest quarters, a 3-car garage, a saltwater pool & spa, a lighted tennis court, a horse stable & fully fenced pasture area, a chicken coop, an enclosed garden, a kids' play structure, a bocce court, an ocean view gazebo, and acres of ecologically-conscious landscaping indigenous to California. Hope Ranch association amenities include private gated beach access & picnic areas, private security, and 22 miles of equestrian trails. The adjacent La Cumbre Country Club & Golf Course offers its members and guests virtuality endless opportunities for recreation, community-building, and enjoyment of this historic and perpetually peaceful neighborhood.
The expansive home exhibits an alluring blend of intimacy and scale. Six bedrooms - including upper and lower level primary suite options - ensure ample space for family and guests. Indoor & outdoor spaces are seamless extensions of each other, offering a sense of harmony with the surrounding landscape. Exquisite attention to detail is evident at nearly every turn: exposed wood-beamed ceilings, intricate tiled flooring, period-correct oak flooring, inviting fireplaces, iron sconces & metalwork, large windows that welcome abundant natural light, and French doors leading to numerous patios & terraces.
Like the beautiful and often-elusive hummingbird, an opportunity of this caliber and quality is bound to fly away just as quickly as it appeared. Experience the luxury of beautiful precision at Casa ColibrÃ!
| Property Details | |
|---|---|
| MLS ID: | #24-1576 |
| Sold Price: | $12,500,000 |
| Seller Consider Concessions: | no |
| Status: | Closed |
| Days on Market: | |
| Address: | 4426 Via Bendita |
| City / Zip: | Santa Barbara, CA 93110 |
| Area / Neighborhood: | Hope Ranch |
| Property Type: | Residential – Home/Estate |
| Style: | Spanish |
| Approx. Sq. Ft.: | 7,142 |
| Year Built: | 1965 |
| Condition: | 1 |
| Acres: | 3.25 |
| Topography: | Combo, Corner Lot |
| Proximity: | Near Ocean, Near School(s), Near Shopping |
| View: | Mountain(s), Setting, Wooded |
| Schools | |
|---|---|
| Elementary School: | Vieja Valley |
| Jr. High School: | LaColina |
| Sr. High School: | San Marcos |
| Interior Features | |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms: | 6 |
| Total Bathrooms: | 7 |
| Bathrooms (Full): | 6 |
| Bathrooms (Half): | 1 |
| Dining Areas: | Breakfast Area, Formal |
| Fireplaces: | 2+, Family Room, Gas, LR |
| Flooring: | Hardwood, Tile |
| Laundry: | Laundry Room |
| Appliances: | Built-In Gas Oven, Built-In Gas Range |
| Exterior Features | |
|---|---|
| Roof: | Tile |
| Exterior: | Stucco |
| Foundation: | Mixed |
| Construction: | Two Story |
| Grounds: | Pool, Yard Irrigation PRT, Patio Open, SPA-Outside, Tennis Court(s), Gazebo, Horse Facility, Built-in BBQ, Lawn, Fruit Trees, Wooded, Fenced: PRT, Drought Tolerant LND, Bocce Ball |
| Parking: | Gar #3, Interior Access, Attached |
| Misc. | |
|---|---|
| ADU: | No |
| Amenities: | Cathedral Ceilings, Guest Quarters, Horses, Pantry, Remodeled Bath, Remodeled Kitchen |
| Other buildings: | Shed |
| Site Improvements: | Paved, Private, Underground Util |
| Water / Sewer: | La Cumb Wtr, Septic In |
| Assoc. Amenities: | Security, Other |
| Zoning: | Other |
| Public Listing Details: | None |
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