Amy Abbott & Kristin Hall | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

1493 Sycamore Canyon Road, MONTECITO, CA 93108

$6,996,000
Property Type: Res Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 8 Square Footage: 5,909 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 46,174 Status: Active
Current Price: $6,996,000 List Date: 5/23/2026 Last Modified: 6/23/2026

Description

Welcome to ''Villa Bellatorre,'' a beautifully remodeled Montecito estate where old-world romance, modern luxury, and effortless indoor-outdoor living come together in a private canyon setting. Through private gates, across a custom bridge, and up a secluded drive, this rare Montecito sanctuary feels transported from the European countryside. Set on approximately 1.06 lush acres in one of the area's most private and exclusive canyon settings, the estate has been substantially remodeled and thoughtfully reimagined, offering nearly 6,000 square feet of refined living space. The property includes a 4,958-square-foot main residence with five bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, along with a pool house, detached studio, and poolside cantina designed for effortless entertaining and flexible

Supplements: everyday living. Inside, a dramatic tower-style entry sets the tone for the home's romantic Mediterranean character, blending Spanish Colonial-inspired stucco walls, red clay tile rooflines, arched openings, wrought-iron balconies, lantern-lit entries, natural stonework, warm earth tones, and lush garden terraces. Custom built in 2006 and extensively updated in 2025, the residence captures the soul of an old-world European villa while embracing a distinctly Montecito indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Most bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms, and nearly every room opens to its own private connection to the outdoors, whether through garden patios, balconies, or terraces. The chef's kitchen showcases custom walnut cabinetry, quartzite slab countertops, Newport Brass fixtures, and hand-painted Walker Zanger tile, while multiple fireplaces, arched doorways, stone accents, and curated finishes create warmth, elegance, and timeless livability throughout. Outdoors, the estate unfolds like a private resort, with meandering pathways, mature landscaping, more than 250 avocado, citrus, and fruit trees, and tranquil garden terraces framed by the natural beauty of Sycamore Canyon. The grounds, bridge, pool hardscape, bathrooms, kitchen, laundry rooms, pool house, and cantina have all been meaningfully enhanced, reflecting a significant investment in both design and infrastructure. A pool and spa, rebuilt pool house, newly created outdoor cantina/bar, patios, and creekside access invite relaxed afternoons, alfresco gatherings, and quiet moments surrounded by nature. The detached studio, complete with a mini kitchen area and full bath, offers exceptional versatility as a music studio, guest suite, home gym, wine room, creative retreat, or private office. Complete with a detached three-car garage and a setting that feels worlds away yet remains just minutes from Montecito's Upper and Lower Villages, Downtown Santa Barbara, and the coast, Villa Bellatorre is a truly special sanctuary where timeless design, modern comfort, and natural beauty come together.

More Information MLS# 26-1705

Location Info

Country: US Compass Map: Santa Barbara Map Grid: Q11 Cross Street: Alameda Padre Serra District: 10 - MONTECITO Street #: 1493 Street Name: Sycamore Canyon Street Suffix: Road State: CA Postal Code: 93108 County: Santa Barbara Parcel Number: 019-320-014

Contract Info

Seller Consider Concessions: Yes Affordable Housing: No Current Price: $6,996,000 Price: 6996000 Begin Date: 2026-05-22 Status: Active

Property Information

Year Built: 2006 Apx # Acres: 1.06 Total # Units in Development: 5 Main House SqFt: 4958 Other Structures SqFt: 603 Source: Measured Recurring Fees: No ADU: No Within City Limits Y/N: No TYP: Home/Estate Total Bedrooms: 5 Total Bathrooms: 8 Total Full Baths: 3 Total Half Baths: 1 Total SqFt.: 5909

Neighborhood/Schools

Elementary School: Cleveland Junior High School: S.B. Jr. High School: S.B. Sr.

Owner Info

Deposit: 3

Remarks

Hot Sheet Comment: price Geo Lat: 34.434813 Geo Lon: -119.677117

Condition

Excellent: 1

Style

Mediterranean: 1 Spanish: 1

Construction

Entry Lvl(No Stairs): 1 Two Story: 1

Roof

Tile: 1

Foundation

Slab: 1

Exterior

Stucco: 1

Parking/Garage

RV Access/Parking: 1 Boat: 1 Detached: 1 Total # Garage Spaces: 3

Pool Features

Pool: 1

Grounds/Landscaping

Yard Irrigation PRT: 1 Hot Tub: 1 Built-in BBQ: 1 Lawn: 1 Fruit Trees: 1

Other Buildings

Pool House: 1 Shed: 1 Other: 1

Patio and Porch Features

Patio Open: 1

Location/Topo

Level: 1 Combo: 1

View

Mountain(s): 1

Rooms

Art Studio: 1 Den: 1 Exercise Room: 1 Family Room: 1 Game Room: 1 Ground Floor Bedroom: 1 Ground Floor Primary: 1

Dining

Formal: 1

Laundry

Laundry Room: 1 220V Elect: 1 Gas Hookup: 1 In Kitchen: 1

Amenities

Dual Pane Window: 1 Guest House: 1 Pantry: 1 Sound System: 1

Appliances Included

Dishwasher: 1 Gas Range: 1 Refrigerator: 1

Fireplace(s)

2+: 1 Family Room: 1 LR: 1 Other: 1

Water/Sewer

S.B. Wtr: 1

Zoning

R-1: 1

Reports Available

Prelim: 1 NHD: 1

Terms

Cash: 1 Conventional: 1

Heating

Forced Air: 1

Flr/Wdw Coverings

Hardwood: 1 Marble: 1

NeighborhoodSchools

Neighborhood: Other

Property Features

Condition: Excellent Style: Mediterranean; Spanish Construction: Entry Lvl(No Stairs); Two Story Roof: Tile Foundation: Slab Exterior: Stucco Patio and Porch Features: Patio Open Other Buildings: Shed; Pool House; Other View: Mountain(s) Rooms: Art Studio; Den; Exercise Room; Family Room; Game Room; Ground Floor Bedroom; Ground Floor Primary Dining: Formal Laundry: 220V Elect; Gas Hookup; In Kitchen; Laundry Room Amenities: Dual Pane Window; Guest House; Pantry; Sound System Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Gas Range; Refrigerator Fireplace(s): 2+; Family Room; LR; Other Heating: Forced Air Pool Features: Pool Zoning: R-1 Reports Available: Prelim; NHD Terms: Cash; Conventional
Listing Office: Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
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Last Updated: June - 23 - 2026
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