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Listed price in listed location currency (USD).
$7,885,000

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MLS® 26-1705

Overview

Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence
Levels Residential
Size 4958 sqft
Garage Yes
Taxes 
Days Active 0
Lot Size 
Approx. Age 2006
Avg. Price Per Sqft $1,590
MLS® Number 26-1705

Property Address: 1493 Sycamore Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93108-1948

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

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 1.45 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 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.
MLS® Number26-1705
Laundry Level
Central VacNo
FireplaceYes
Acreage
Exterior
GarageYes
Approx. Age2006
Basement
DrivewayBoat, Detached
Garage Spaces
Heat
A/C
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May 23, 2026List Date
$7,885,000List Price

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