722 Via Manana

Set at the end of a quiet lane in Montecito lies this Don Nulty designed modern farmhouse. Built in 2015 with absolutely no expense spared with finest materials and finishes. Top-of-the-line materials such as high-grade vertical cedar siding, standing seam roof, bronze framed glass doors, and Sun Valley Bronze hardware were used throughout the house.The main house features an open-plan, expansive great room that incorporates the living, dining, and kitchen areas. A voluminous space with exposed beamed sixteen-foot ceilings, spacious, yet intimate living area, dining area providing seating for ten, and a world-class kitchen. This kitchen would wow the most jaded of chefs with Miele appliances, two pantries and a 15-foot long island. The living area, with its impressive fireplace, provides gorgeous views to the gardens through the large steel and glass doors.The home boasts a substantial master suite with 12-foot ceilings, fireplace and private outdoor deck, a large walk-in closet and a bathroom with spa tub, two sink areas, and a walk-in steam shower. The second bedroom has a full bathroom along with a Murphy bed. Additional living areas include a one-bedroom guest house with a full bath, private courtyard with a fountain, living/dining area, and kitchen. Below the guest house is a 725 square foot security fire and flood-proof subterranean bunker with a hidden door. Just outside the kitchen is a covered outdoor living room, bar and barbecue area, and a gorgeous stone fireplace and built-in heaters for year-round use. There is a 50' pool and spa and numerous patios, decks, and outdoor dining areas, providing further options for entertaining along with a regulation bocce ball court with a viewing pergola. The property is a gated and fully fenced 1+/- acre with drought-tolerant landscaping and providing the utmost in privacy and security with an advanced security monitoring system and multiple keypad entries. A stand-alone three-car garage features attic storage. Along with radiant heated floors, the house includes two zones of forced air heat and central air conditioning and recessed surround sound speakers. Solar panels power batteries which provide emergency back-up electrical service. Conveniently located to both Montecito villages, the San Ysidro Ranch, hiking trails, and all that Montecito has to offer.