780 Mission Canyon Road, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105

$3,595,000
Property Type: Res Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 6 Square Footage: 6,034 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 52,272 Status: Closed
Current Price: $3,490,000 List Date: 11/04/2015 Last Modified: 4/18/2019

Description

Here's a rare opportunity to own a legacy estate in the Upper East, near Mission Canyon. Villa Firenze, a 16 room classic estate, was recently restored to exacting details, and sits on 2, flat, pvt lots totaling 1.2 acres. The home features a grand Living Room w/18' ceilings & 11' windows, guest wing, beautifully remodeled kitchen, large (upstairs) master suite flex offices & studio spaces (MORE).

Supplements: Here is a rare opportunity to own a private Santa Barbara estate on more than one acre, in the coveted Upper East, at the gateway to Mission Canyon. Villa Firenze, a magical 6,000+ sq ft legacy estate superbly sited on 1.2 acres, features more than 16 rooms, with an ideal floor plan for entertaining. Over the years the Villa, as the home of American composer, Mildred Couper, has been the site of many musical and literary salons, with luminaries in the arts and business alike gathering to share conversation and enjoy live concerts. The grand living room welcomes guests with 18 foot high ceilings, 11-foot original windows, the original fireplace, and a spacious dining area. The home also offers a gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances, a breakfast room, 4 bedroom (suites), 4 full baths and 2 half-baths, solarium, den, media room, laundry room, 2 separate offices with meeting rooms, 3 car garage, motor court and curated gardens with specimen fruit trees, flowers and exotic plants. Originally built in 1919 the main house was added to in the 1980s, and beginning in 2003, underwent a complete remodel that incorporated designer/owner Angela Gresser's gorgeous aesthetic with important green design principles. The overhaul, truly a labor of love, cost more than $2 million, and took more than four years to complete. Today, Villa Firenze offers an unparalleled lifestyle of inspired elegance, stunning gardens, and inviting public and private spaces. Nourished by abundant sunlight and surrounded by lovely fountains and gardens this 1.2 acre property includes more than 20 varieties of fruit-bearing trees and bushes and has become a refuge for birds and butterflies. The Mediterranean gardens and orchards were planned to optimize water conservation and feature many plants native to California and other drought resilient species. Stately oaks, cedars, pines and cypresses, a rose garden, grape arbor, bamboo grove, and many large boulders create a dramatic yet tranquil landscape. Vine covered pergolas, custom-designed by the owner, and an expansive lawn are ideal for entertaining. Located in the prestigious Upper East, a short distance to the Santa Barbara Mission, neighboring parks and downtown Santa Barbara, Villa Firenze offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to secure the amenities of a private, history rich estate near downtown Santa Barbara.

More Information MLS# 15-751

Location Info

District: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE Street #: 780 Street Name: Mission Canyon Street Suffix: Road State/Province: CA Postal Code: 93105 Compass Map: Santa Barbara Map Grid: O10 County: Santa Barbara Parcel Number: 023-230-016 Cross Street: Foothill

Contract Info

Current Price: $3,490,000 Price: 3595000 Buyers Agent $/%: 2.5 Affordable Housing: No Begin Date: 2015-03-09 Status: Closed

Status Information

Financing: Fixed Sold Date: 2016-01-07 Sold Price: $3,490,000 Under Contract Date: 2015-11-03

Property Information

TYP: Home/Estate Total Bedrooms: 4 Total Bathrooms: 6 Total Full Baths: 4 Total Half Baths: 2 Year Built: 1919 Total SqFt.: 6034 Source: Measured Apx # Acres: 1.2 Within City Limits: No Total #Units: 1 Recurring Fees: No

Neighborhood/Schools

Neighborhood: 15 - Upper Eastside Elementary School: Roosevelt Junior High School: S.B. Jr. High School: S.B. Sr.

Remarks

Directions: Mission Canyon, between Rocky Nook Park and Foothill. Property is behind gates at the top left of a private driveway. Please don't go driveway or on property without appointment. Hot Sheet Comment: price Geo Lat: 34.44573 Geo Lon: -119.712794

Owner Info

Deposit: 3

Property Features

Condition: Excellent Style: Medit; Estate Construction: Two Story Roof: Tile Foundation: Slab; Raised; Mixed Exterior: Stucco Parking/Garage: Gar #3; Unc #4; Detached Grounds/Landscaping: Patio Open; Lawn; Fruit Trees; Fenced: ALL; Drought Tolerant LND; Permeable Driveway View: Mountain(s); Setting Location/Topo: Level Site Improvements: Private; Easement Proximity: Near Bus; Near Hospital; Near Park(s); Near School(s); Near Shopping; Other Rooms: Art Studio; Basement; Exercise Room; Ground Floor Bedroom; Lbry/Study; Music Room; Office; Other; Sun Room Dining: Dining Area; Formal; In Living Room; Other Laundry: Laundry Room Amenities: Grnd Unit; Guest Quarters; Pantry; Remodeled Bath; Remodeled Kitchen; Room Addition Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Dryer; Gas Range; Refrigerator; Rev Osmosis; Wtr Softener/Owned Fireplace(s): LR Flr/Wdw Coverings: Hardwood; Stone Security: Smoke Detector(s) Heating: Forced Air; Radiant Water/Sewer: S.B. Wtr; Sewer Hookup Pets: Yes Zoning: R-1; Other Terms: Cash; Ctnl Pub Listing Details: None

Room Information

Living Room Level: Main Length: 30.25 Length: 30.25 Width: 24.00 Remarks: 18' Ceilings; FP; 11x15 Windows; HWF Width: 24.00 Area: 726.00 Area: 726.00 Dining Room Level: Main Length: 24.91 Length: 24.91 Width: 13.91 Remarks: 18' ceilings; HWF; Large windows Width: 13.91 Area: 346.49 Area: 346.49 Kitchen Level: Main Length: 18.08 Length: 18.08 Width: 11.16 Remarks: Remodeled; Center Island; Stainless app Width: 11.16 Area: 201.77 Area: 201.77 Breakfast Room Level: Main Length: 15.75 Length: 15.75 Width: 8.83 Remarks: Lots of windows; opens to patio Width: 8.83 Area: 139.07 Area: 139.07 Family Room Level: Main Length: 15.00 Length: 15.00 Width: 14.08 Remarks: Den off Living Room; opens to patio Width: 14.08 Area: 211.20 Area: 211.20 Primary Bedroom Level: Upper Length: 21.33 Length: 21.33 Width: 15.91 Remarks: Sunny, west facing; views of garden; HWF Width: 15.91 Area: 339.36 Area: 339.36 Bonus Room Level: Upper Length: 14.75 Length: 14.75 Width: 14.08 Remarks: Solarium off master (views of garden) Width: 14.08 Area: 207.68 Area: 207.68 Bedroom 2 Level: Main Length: 16.00 Length: 16.00 Width: 13.16 Remarks: Ensuite; Overlooks yard; HWF Width: 13.16 Area: 210.56 Area: 210.56 Bedroom 3 Level: Main Length: 16.00 Length: 16.00 Width: 13.16 Remarks: Ensuite; Private entrance: HWF Width: 13.16 Area: 210.56 Area: 210.56 Bedroom 4 Level: Upper Length: 15.25 Length: 15.25 Width: 13.66 Remarks: Currently used as a gym/workout room Width: 13.66 Area: 208.31 Area: 208.31 Bonus Room Level: Upper Length: 12.75 Length: 12.75 Width: 10.91 Remarks: Currently a den Width: 10.91 Area: 139.10 Area: 139.10 Bonus Room Level: Upper Length: 18.33 Length: 18.33 Width: 10.91 Remarks: Currently an office Width: 10.91 Area: 199.98 Area: 199.98 Bonus Room Level: Main Length: 15.75 Length: 15.75 Width: 13.33 Remarks: Office Conference room/library Width: 13.33 Area: 209.94 Area: 209.94 Bonus Room Level: Main Length: 15.25 Length: 15.25 Width: 13.91 Remarks: Library; opens to private garden Width: 13.91 Area: 212.12 Area: 212.12 Office Level: Main Length: 21.33 Length: 21.33 Width: 15.91 Remarks: Downstairs office w/private entrance Width: 15.91 Area: 339.36 Area: 339.36 Office Level: Main Remarks: Sunny studio overlooking gardens
Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Last Updated: April - 18 - 2019
780 Mission Canyon Road, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105- MLS# 15-751
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