The Golden Quadrangle Compound
- Montecito, CA
- $18,500,000
4 Bedrooms + Office
3.5 Bathrooms
±5,786 Sq. Ft.
1 Bed / 1 Full 1 Half Baths
±953 Sq. Ft.
1 Bed / 1 Full 1 Half Baths
±1,150 Sq. Ft.
There are beautiful properties, and then there are beautiful properties that carry history within their walls. 660 Buena Vista Drive is the latter. Set on a 3.41-acre double parcel in Montecito's storied Golden Quadrangle, this 1933 Spanish Colonial estate, rebuilt in 1999 and lovingly maintained, with a main residence and two guest homes reflects nearly a century of California history, where architectural intention, landscape artistry, a floor plan conceived to live as graciously beneath open sky as within its walls, and ocean and mountain views have shaped a home of enduring quality.
The 6,000+-square-foot, four-bedroom, three and a half-bathroom main residence announces its prominent placement on the parcel itself with the timeless hallmarks of its era: smooth stucco, wrought iron detailing, arched doorways, handcrafted tilework, and serene Andalusian courtyards. Inside, gracious living spaces unfold with charm and sophistication, embodying romance and restraint throughout every well-considered detail. Most rooms offer sweeping mountain or ocean views, further connecting the interior to the breathtaking natural landscape that surrounds it.
From the serene courtyard flanked by palm trees, blooming jasmine, and a tranquil stone pond, enter through an elegant foyer, complete with a curved staircase and handsome half bath. It connects to a light-filled formal living room, where vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a fireplace add warmth and grandeur, while symmetrically placed French doors on either side were designed with deliberate intention, framing the landscape and drawing it into the room as an architectural feature in its own right.
At the heart of the home, a French countryside-inspired kitchen and family room serve as a central hub from morning to night. French doors open on either side, leading to the front courtyard and to a covered patio with a fireplace and coastal views, a testament to the architect's original vision: that every room should breathe, and every threshold should be an invitation.
Just beyond, the formal dining room is equally refined, featuring exposed wood beams, elegant architectural detailing, a fireplace, and an adjacent wet bar, an ideal setting for intimate dinners and special occasion meals.
On the opposite side of the main level, a guest bedroom with en suite, laundry/mud room, and attached four-car garage enhance the home's practicality and comfort.
Upstairs, the mood shifts to one of ease and privacy. A true sanctuary, the primary suite features a spacious bathroom with dual sinks, his and hers walk-in closets, and a private covered deck with sweeping ocean views. Down the hall, a den or study with a fireplace offers a quiet space to retreat, while two additional bedrooms share a bathroom and their own sense of seclusion, accessible either through a covered breezeway from the primary suite or from a private staircase below.
The mature grounds, reimagined by acclaimed landscape designer Sydney Baumgartner, exist in a realm of their own. Lush, layered, and deeply private, the picturesque setting unfolds with diverse plantings, prolific orchards, and manicured gardens that are seamlessly integrated into the landscape. A beautiful gazebo, putting green, and bubbling stone fountains further elevate the grounds, inviting relaxation and recreation. Two sweet dog houses are tucked within the landscape, a charming nod to the estate's devotion to every member of the family. Truly a home for everyone, the grounds are as welcoming as they are breathtaking.
Accessible from a private drive, the Rosemary Residence offers 1,151 square feet of living space, with one bedroom, one-and-a-half baths, a living room, kitchen, and central courtyard.
Tucked on another part of the estate, the 953-square-foot Lavender Guest House is equally charming, featuring a bedroom, one-and-a-half baths, dining room, kitchen, and living room. A nearby garden shed and a two-car garage further add to the estate's flexibility and function.
Today, this heritage estate is offered to the next steward with both the weight of its history and the promise of its future. To reside on this stretch of Buena Vista Drive is to inhabit one of the most architecturally significant residential corridors in the state. This impeccably maintained compound retreat offers a rare opportunity to step into a timeless estate shaped by nearly a century of history, and carry its legacy forward for generations.
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