Amy Abbott & Kristin Hall | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

818 San Ysidro Lane, MONTECITO, CA 93108

$10,950,000
Property Type: Res Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 5,180 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 44,431 Status: Active
Current Price: $10,950,000 List Date: 5/20/2026 Last Modified: 6/19/2026

Description

Located in the heart of Montecito, this timeless estate masterfully blends old-world craftsmanship with refined California luxury. Designed by acclaimed architect Jon Sorrell, in the tradition of George Washington Smith's iconic Spanish Colonial Revival style, the residence was completed in 2009 with extraordinary attention to detail, scale, and authenticity throughout. Approached by a magnificent olive tree-lined driveway, the estate immediately evokes a sense of serenity and arrival. Beyond the gates, the three-bedroom, four-bath residence unfolds with rich architectural character, featuring barrel-vaulted ceilings, four fireplaces, walnut and tile floors, and custom steel windows and doors. Grand living and dining rooms are framed by soaring ceilings and dramatic beams reclaimed from a

Supplements: historic Tennessee distillery, creating an atmosphere of warmth, permanence, and understated elegance rarely found in newer construction. Designed for both intimate daily living and effortless entertaining, the chef's kitchen opens seamlessly to a welcoming family room with fireplace and direct access to the terraces, gardens, pool, and spa beyond. Additional amenities include a built-in office nook, utility room with sink and washer/dryer, and dual-zone HVAC systems for year-round comfort and convenience. Two guest suites on the main level offer private ensuite accommodations, while the upper-level primary suite serves as a tranquil retreat. Featuring two balconies with ocean and island views, four sets of doors opening to the outdoors, and a private staircase descending directly into the gardens, the suite captures the essence of Montecito indoor-outdoor living. A separate primary den enjoys dramatic mountain vistas, creating an idyllic setting for relaxation or quiet retreat. The luxurious primary bath includes a steam shower, separate water closet, and an oversized custom walk-in closet with built-ins. In addition to the main residence, the property includes a beautifully appointed detached guest casita offering one bedroom and one bathroom. Complete with parquet floors and multiple private patio spaces, the casita is nestled within its own tranquil garden setting , creating an idyllic retreat for guests or extended stays. The estate grounds, thoughtfully designed by renowned landscape architect Isabelle Greene, are as captivating as the residence itself. Created through an extensive investment in landscaping and hardscaping, the outdoor environment offers a series of enchanting garden experiences and intimate gathering spaces. Multiple seating areas, serene garden retreats, an outdoor fireplace, and elegant outdoor dining spaces are woven seamlessly throughout the property, creating an atmosphere of exceptional beauty and tranquility. Designed for effortless entertaining, the grounds also feature a resort-inspired pool and spa, as well as a dedicated barbecue area ideal for al fresco living. Mature and curated gardens showcase a remarkable collection of plantings, including native Matilija poppies, apple trees, fig trees, lemon and lime trees, plum trees, and persimmon trees -- all contributing to the estate's sense of abundance, privacy, and timeless California beauty.

More Information MLS# 26-1666

Location Info

Country: US Cross Street: Las Tunas District: 10 - MONTECITO Street #: 818 Street Name: San Ysidro Street Suffix: Lane State: CA Postal Code: 93108 County: Santa Barbara Parcel Number: 011-110-026

Contract Info

Seller Consider Concessions: Yes Affordable Housing: No Current Price: $10,950,000 Price: 10950000 Begin Date: 2026-05-20 Status: Active

Property Information

Year Built: 2009 Apx # Acres: 1.02 Total # Units in Development: 7 Main House SqFt: 4665 Other Structures SqFt: 525 Source: Public Records Recurring Fees: No ADU: No Within City Limits Y/N: No TYP: Home/Estate Total Bedrooms: 4 Total Bathrooms: 5 Total Full Baths: 4 Total Half Baths: 1 Total SqFt.: 5180

Neighborhood/Schools

Elementary School: Mont Union Junior High School: S.B. Jr. High School: S.B. Sr.

Owner Info

Deposit: 3

Remarks

Hot Sheet Comment: price Geo Lat: 34.443324 Geo Lon: -119.627188

Style

Spanish: 1 Estate: 1

Construction

Two Story: 1 Outside Stairs: 1

Roof

Tile: 1

Foundation

Slab: 1

Exterior

Stucco: 1

Parking/Garage

Garage: 1 Detached: 1 Total # Garage Spaces: 2

Pool Features

Pool: 1 Electric Cover: 1 Gas Heat: 1

Grounds/Landscaping

Yard Irrigation PRT: 1 SPA-Outside: 1 Built-in BBQ: 1 Fruit Trees: 1

Other Buildings

Other: 1

Patio and Porch Features

Patio Open: 1 See Remarks: 1

Location/Topo

Level: 1 Flag Lot: 1

Fencing

Fenced: ALL: 1

View

Ocean: 1 Mountain(s): 1 Setting: 1 Islands: 1

Proximity

Near Ocean: 1 Near Park(s): 1 Near Restaurants: 1 Near School(s): 1 Near Shopping: 1

Rooms

Den: 1 Family Room: 1 Great Room: 1 Ground Floor Bedroom: 1 Lbry/Study: 1 Office: 1 Primary Bedroom: 1

Dining

Breakfast Area: 1 Dining Area: 1 Formal: 1 In Kitchen: 1

Amenities

Guest House: 1 Pantry: 1

Interior Features

Double Vanity: 1 Steam Shower: 1 Vaulted Ceiling(s): 1 Walk-In Closet(s): 1

Appliances Included

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

Fireplace(s)

2+: 1 Dining Room: 1 Family Room: 1 Gas Supply: 1 LR: 1 Patio: 1

Security

Smoke Detector(s): 1

Water/Sewer

Mont Wtr: 1

Zoning

E-1: 1

Reports Available

Prelim: 1 NHD: 1

Terms

Cash: 1

Cooling

Central Air: 1

Heating

Forced Air: 1 Zoned: 1

Flr/Wdw Coverings

Carpet: 1 Hardwood: 1 Tile: 1 Parquet: 1 Drapes/Curtains: 1

Electric

Pre-Wired for Electric Vehicle Charging: 1

NeighborhoodSchools

Neighborhood: Other

Property Features

Style: Spanish; Estate Construction: Two Story; Outside Stairs Roof: Tile Foundation: Slab Exterior: Stucco Fencing: Fenced: ALL Patio and Porch Features: Patio Open; See Remarks Other Buildings: Other View: Ocean; Mountain(s); Setting; Islands Proximity: Near Ocean; Near Park(s); Near Restaurants; Near School(s); Near Shopping Rooms: Den; Family Room; Great Room; Ground Floor Bedroom; Lbry/Study; Office; Primary Bedroom Dining: Breakfast Area; Dining Area; Formal; In Kitchen Amenities: Guest House; Pantry Interior Features: Double Vanity; Steam Shower; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Range; Refrigerator; Washer Fireplace(s): 2+; Dining Room; Family Room; Gas Supply; LR; Patio Security: Smoke Detector(s) Cooling: Central Air Heating: Forced Air; Zoned Electric: Pre-Wired for Electric Vehicle Charging Pool Features: Electric Cover; Gas Heat; Pool Zoning: E-1 Reports Available: Prelim; NHD Terms: Cash
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Last Updated: June - 19 - 2026
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