Active
4045 Lago Drive
Santa Barbara CA, 93110
$6,995,000
$1,927.00 per sqft
Active
5 Beds
4 Baths
3,630 sqft
Residential
Built in 1928
Listed by Dusty Baker with Sotheby's International Realty 805-969-9993
Commanding celestial lakeside panoramas of La Cumbre Country Club & golf course in Hope Ranch, this striking architectural gem stands as an exquisite showpiece of celebrated Santa Barbaran, Joseph Plunkett. Plunkett, whose prolific work includes the Arlington Theatre and the original terminal at the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, designed the home in 1928 in collaboration with his partners at the time, William Edwards and Henry Howell. The 5 bed/4 bath Spanish Colonial Revival-style home bears the widely admired trademarks of its designers: graceful arches, romantic balconies & stairways, hand-hewn woodwork, and ornamental details of tile & iron. Offering more than 3,600 sq. ft., the residence is intimate in scale yet comfortably spacious.Lovingly maintained and restored by the same owner for nearly 50 years, the soul of this historic home has been beautifully preserved, presenting a truly exceptional opportunity in an already rarely available neighborhood. Spend just a few moments on this enchanting property and you'll find it difficult not to fall in love.At the end of a gently meandering front walkway, guests are welcomed to a serene courtyard enveloped by lush landscaping, a front facade with enormous arched windows, and an impressive curved staircase leading to an upper balcony. Turn around to be swept away by verdant views of the lake, La Cumbre golf course, and the majestic silhouette of the Santa Ynez Mountains. At the end of the courtyard, a charming arched front doorway beckons discovery of what lies inside the home's historic walls. Step through the foyer into a high-ceilinged living room featuring dramatic open beams, a corner fireplace, and breathtaking views to the outside. Arguably the focal point of the residence, the living room provides access to both wings of the home, the upper level primary suite, and the enticing rear patio. On the other side of the foyer is a hallway leading to 3 main-level bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Beyond the living room is the formal dining room and breakfast area, both offering idyllic views to the exterior. An adjacent chef's kitchen leads to the other wing of the home, where various renovations provide modern amenities while paying homage to the home's original features, including arched doorways and hand-hewn beams with wrought-iron details. What was once a breezeway to the garage has been enclosed with large windows, creating a cozy family room area, as well as view-lined passage to an additional bedroom and bathroom, a laundry room, a custom wine room, and a 2-car garage with additional storage. Upstairs, just beyond the living room balcony, the primary suite offers a secluded getaway featuring an exterior balcony with lake views, a sitting area, a walk-in closet, and a bathroom with dual sinks and additional closet space. At numerous locations throughout the home, residents and guests are lured outward to enjoy inviting alfresco spaces. Various sitting areas, an outdoor fireplace, a built-in barbecue, large shady oak trees, and an expansive grassy lawn at the west end of the home ensure nearly endless opportunities to relax and entertain, all within the serene privacy for which Hope Ranch is known and esteemed. Clearly, the legacy of this remarkable estate extends far beyond the walls of its vintage home or its 1.5-acre parcel. It offers a truly evocative connection to a bygone era and -- for its next fortunate resident -- the rare chance to own and enjoy a paradisal piece of Santa Barbara history.
23301920
MLSⓇ ID
August 14, 2023
Listed
May 9, 2024
Updated
Map
4045 Lago Drive
Santa Barbara CA, 93110
Interior Features
Total Stories
2
Bedrooms
5
Total Bathrooms
4
Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Wine Cellar, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Laundry Description
Laundry Room
Floor Description
Tile, Wood
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Description
Living Room, Outside
Cooling
No
Cooling Description
None
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Forced Air, Gravity
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
1.5 Acres
Roof
Tile
Sewer
Septic Type Unknown
Other Property Details
Area Name
VC81 - Santa Barbara
Days on Market
225
Association Fee
$2,674
Association Fee Frequency
Yearly
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking
Door-Multi, Garage
Parking Total
2
View
Yes
View Description
Courtyard, Golf Course, Hills, Lake, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods
County
Santa Barbara
Water Source
Public
Pool
No
Pool Features
None
Zoning
Other
Buyer Agency Compensation
2.5%
Listing History
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
3/26/2024 | Price Change | $6,995,000 -13% |
12/14/2023 | Price Change | $7,995,000 -12% |
Listing Contact: 805-969-9993
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