Open House: Sat, Feb 22nd 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM PST

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985 Monte Drive

SANTA BARBARA CA, 93110

$4,495,000


$1,397.70 per sqft

Active

3 Beds

3 Baths

3,216 sqft

Residential

Built in 1965

Courtesy of Knight Real Estate Group, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Set on a private acre in Hope Ranch, this elegant, turn-key home showcases breathtaking mountain views from an expansive wraparound deck, designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Vaulted ceilings, walls of glass, and an open-concept floor plan fill the interiors with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The main level features the primary suite and central living areas, offering effortless single-level living while capturing the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The lower level adds flexibility with a separate-entry suite, ideal for family, guests, or a home office. The expansive deck is perfect for dining al fresco, entertaining, or simply relaxing while taking in the stunning views. Below, meandering pathways wind through lush gardens, leading to peaceful sitting areas and a variety of mature fruit trees, adding to the home's natural charm. The lower orchard offers additional possibilitiesexpand the gardens, add a pool, or explore the potential for a future ADU to enhance the property's versatility.

Designed by noted Santa Barbara architect Richard Bliss Nelson and ideally located in the heart of Hope Ranch, this property is just moments from La Cumbre Country Club, private beach access, and scenic riding trails. A rare blend of privacy, beauty, and convenience, this home offers the best of Santa Barbara's coastal lifestyle.

25-585

MLS ID

February 8, 2025

Listed

February 20, 2025

Updated

Interior Features

Bedrooms

3


Total Bathrooms

3


Full Bathrooms

3


Appliances

Refrigerator, Gas Range, Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Washer


Laundry Description

Gas Hookup, Laundry Room


Floor Description

Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Concrete


Fireplace

Yes


Fireplace Description

Living Room


Cooling

Yes


Cooling Description

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air


Heating

Yes


Heating Description

Forced Air

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size

1 Acre


Exterior Features

Deck, Patio Covered, SPA-Outside, Fruit Trees, Fenced: ALL, Drought Tolerant LND


Lot Features

Sloped Down


Architectural Style

Contemporary, Ranch


Sewer

Septic In


Patio And Porch

Enclosed


Security

Other, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)


Window

Drapes, Plantation Shutters

School Information

High School

San Marcos


Elementary School

Vieja Valley

Other Property Details

Area Name

25 - HOPE RANCH


Days on Market

11


Association Fee

Not Listed


Association Amenities

Other, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Security


Garage

Yes


Parking

Gar 2, Unc 2, Interior Access, Attached


View

Yes


View Description

Mountain(s), Setting


County

Santa Barbara


Water Source

La Cumb Wtr


Pool

No


Zoning

EX-1

Open House Schedule

Sat, Feb 22nd

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM PST

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Knight Real Estate Group,
Listing Contact: [email protected] 

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