Amy Abbott & Kristin Hall | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

280 W Mountain Drive, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103

$3,250,000
Property Type: Res Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 3,169 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 1,742,836 Status: Active
Current Price: $3,250,000 List Date: 5/22/2026 Last Modified: 5/26/2026

Description

Perched in the foothills of Montecito, this one of a kind 40 acre estate delivers spectacular sweeping views across the sparkling Pacific, Channel Islands, Santa Ynez Mountains and the twinkling lights of the city below. More than just a house, this extraordinary setting serves up an intimate observatory for the soul - a serene and transcendent environment for creative endeavor and healthy family living - a true home in all senses of the word. The property features 3,169 square feet of thoughtfully designed living structures created to blend indoor comfort with the raw beauty of the landscape. The main residence is a bright and inviting 2,124 square foot sanctuary featuring four bedrooms and three bathrooms, each room with its own stunning vistas and ever-changing light play.

Supplements: A detached 821 square foot guest suite/studio complete with a full kitchen, bath and laundry, serves as a self-contained retreat for guests or a plethora of other activities. For those seeking a touch of whimsy, an enchanting 187 square foot "Hobbit House" offers a unique escape for meditation or creativity, complemented by a detached bath featuring an invigorating outdoor shower that allows you to bathe in natural beauty. Automotive enthusiasts or hobbyists will appreciate the oversized garage with ample storage. A separate motorcycle garage can also serve as an artist studio or creative workshop. Designed for entertainment, the large main terrace features an outdoor kitchen and ample space for guests to dine against a backdrop of panoramic mountain and ocean vistas. Large, multi-level open spaces transition seamlessly to host a variety of gathering activities. A new seven seat salt water hot tub offers a rejuvenating soaking experience under a vibrant canopy of star filled skies. The model of modern energy-efficiency and self-sufficiency, the property is supplied by a private water system fed continuously by a mountain spring and a deep well, an owned updated solar system and Starlink high speed internet. Dimmable LED lights, dual heat pump HVAC and an integrated security system are part of the attention to detail. Located in the highly desirable Cold Spring School District, this gated private oasis offers incomparable privacy, views and comfort, yet is located just ten minutes to the Upper or Lower Villages and fifteen minutes from the heart of Santa Barbara. The diverse and evolving Mountain Drive community offers its own welcoming warmth. There is a close-knit feel to the neighborhood that elicits a true sense of belonging - a place where neighbors wave and smile as they pass. This is an outstanding opportunity for those who desire breathtaking vistas combined with privacy, security and independence without sacrificing the proximity to Santa Barbara and Montecito's world-class amenities. We welcome you to enjoy the soulful embrace of this turn-key home.

More Information MLS# 26-1695

Location Info

Country: US Cross Street: Coyote Rd District: 10 - MONTECITO Street #: 280 Dir: W Street Name: Mountain Street Suffix: Drive State: CA Postal Code: 93103 County: Santa Barbara Parcel Number: 013-010-009

Contract Info

Seller Consider Concessions: Yes Affordable Housing: No Current Price: $3,250,000 Price: 3250000 Begin Date: 2026-05-22 Status: Active

Property Information

Year Built: 1991 Apx # Acres: 40.01 Total # Units in Development: 1 Main House SqFt: 2124 Other Structures SqFt: 1045 Source: Measured Recurring Fees: No ADU: No Within City Limits Y/N: No TYP: Home/Estate Total Bedrooms: 5 Total Bathrooms: 5 Total Full Baths: 5 Total SqFt.: 3169

Neighborhood/Schools

Elementary School: Cold Spring Junior High School: S.B. Jr. High School: S.B. Sr.

Owner Info

Deposit: 3

Remarks

Hot Sheet Comment: new Geo Lat: 34.460239 Geo Lon: -119.672247

Condition

Excellent: 1

Construction

Two Story: 1

Roof

Composition: 1 Flat: 1

Foundation

Raised: 1

Exterior

Stucco: 1

Parking/Garage

Garage: 1 Detached: 1 Other: 1

Grounds/Landscaping

Hot Tub: 1

Other Buildings

Other: 1

Patio and Porch Features

Patio Open: 1 Terrace: 1

View

Ocean: 1 Mountain(s): 1 City: 1 Setting: 1 Harbor: 1 Beach: 1 Panoramic: 1 Coastline: 1 Other: 1 Islands: 1

Dining

Breakfast Bar: 1 Dining Area: 1

Laundry

In Unit: 1

Amenities

Guest House: 1

Appliances Included

Dishwasher: 1 Dryer: 1 Gas Range: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Washer: 1

Zoning

Other: 1

Reports Available

Home Inspection: 1 Pest Inspection: 1 Prelim: 1 Soils: 1 Septic: 1 NHD: 1 Other: 1

Terms

Cash: 1 Conventional: 1

Cooling

Central Air: 1

Heating

Heat Pump: 1

Flr/Wdw Coverings

Carpet: 1 Tile: 1

Electric

Solar PV Seller Owned: 1

Property Features

Condition: Excellent Construction: Two Story Roof: Composition; Flat Foundation: Raised Exterior: Stucco Patio and Porch Features: Terrace; Patio Open Other Buildings: Other View: Ocean; Mountain(s); Setting; Harbor; Beach; Panoramic; Coastline; Islands; Other Dining: Breakfast Bar; Dining Area Laundry: In Unit Amenities: Guest House Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Refrigerator; Washer Cooling: Central Air Heating: Heat Pump Electric: Solar PV Seller Owned Zoning: Other Reports Available: Home Inspection; Pest Inspection; Prelim; Soils; Septic; NHD; Other Terms: Cash; Conventional

Documents

Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
IDX
Last Updated: May - 26 - 2026
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