Active
1114 E Ortega Street
SANTA BARBARA CA, 93103
$1,950,000
$815.22 per sqft
Active
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,392 sqft
Residential
Built in 1925
Courtesy of Tiffany Dore, Village Properties
Step into a world of timeless elegance with this enchanting 1920s Spanish Colonial Revival home, where architectural integrity meets a lush, storybook garden. A striking terra-cotta-tiled gabled rooftop crowns the residence, setting the stage for a truly captivating retreat. Beyond the charming facade, a private oasis unfolds--towering hedges embrace the property, creating an intimate haven for al fresco evenings under the stars. Meandering pathways lead you through a botanical paradise, where vibrant tropical foliage mingles with fruit-laden trees--grapefruit, lemons, apples, tangerines, and figs--just outside your front door. The garden offers secret pockets of serenity, with thoughtfully placed seating areas that invite you to linger, dream, and escape into nature's embrace. Entering through the front door feels like traveling back in time. The living room, adorned with vaulted wood ceilings and a picturesque window, bathes the space in natural light. The dining room and kitchen seamlessly blend warmth and charm, featuring butcher block countertops, rich maple cabinetry, and decorative Spanish tilea delightful setting for gathering and making memories. Off the kitchen, is an inviting bedroom ensuite and a cozy family room beckon, the latter offering a mesmerizing view of a wine cellaran ode to the true wine connoisseur.
The main level also hosts another bedroom ensuite, where French doors open directly to the magical garden, as well as a spacious pantry storage room and laundry area.
Ascend to the second floor, A landing, perfect for a home office, adds to the home's thoughtful layout where a charming bedroom with lofted ceilings and an intricately carved wood-baluster balcony overlooks the lush landscape. The attached bath is spacious and serene, offering a true retreat. The primary suite, an airy and expansive sanctuary, boasts two balconiesone with views of the verdant garden, the other leading to a private deck with a jacuzzi, where you can unwind beneath the starlit sky.
Nestled in a coveted neighborhood known for its pride of ownership, this rare gem is ideally situated in Santa Barbara's Lower Riviera. With the Santa Barbara Bowl and downtown's finest shops, dining, and cultural delights just moments away, this home is the perfect blend of history, beauty, and modern-day convenience.
Welcome to a place where the sun always shines, and every moment feels like a gateway.
25-1010
MLSⓇ ID
March 12, 2025
Listed
March 14, 2025
Updated
Interior Features
Total Stories
2
Bedrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
4
Appliances
Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Rev Osmosis, Washer
Floor Description
Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Description
Free Standing
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Forced Air
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
0.18 Acres
Exterior Features
Deck, Patio Open, Hot Tub, Gazebo, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O, Fenced: ALL
Lot Features
Level, Near Public Transit
Architectural Style
Spanish
Roof
Tile
School Information
High School
S.B. Sr.
Elementary School
Franklin
Other Property Details
Area Name
15 - SB/EAST OF STATE
Days on Market
3
Garage
No
View
Yes
View Description
Setting
County
Santa Barbara
Water Source
SB Wtr
Pets Allowed
Yes
Zoning
R-1
Listed by Village Properties, Tiffany Dore,
Listing Contact: [email protected]
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