4490 Via Alegre, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Sophisticated Hope Ranch Home with Expansive Grounds and ADU
Santa Barbara’s exclusive Hope Ranch community has long been an exemplar of sophisticated living, enjoyed casually; a haven of serenity, and luxury without pretense. This picturesque, gated estate, with its nearly two acres of imaginatively landscaped and meticulously managed grounds, is an homage to that lifestyle.
Main Living Areas
Living Room Design
Enter to the commanding living room and be inspired by its soaring vaulted ceiling, kiva-inspired fireplace, built-in book or curio shelves, and pair of massive arched windows. Two sets of French doors lead to a grand stone terrace, creating a nearly seamless indoor-outdoor flow perfect for entertaining.
Dining Room Charm
From the living room, step down to the charming hexagonal-shaped dining room with its open wood beam vaulted ceiling and French doors to the terrace.
Kitchen and Breakfast Area
Convenient to the dining room, the lovely kitchen features countertops and backsplashes of dramatic granite, as well as an adjacent breakfast area, also providing doors to the terrace.
Primary Bedroom Suite
Primary Suite Features
The home’s multiple bedrooms invite owners and their guests to abide in stylish privacy. The primary suite is tucked away behind the living room, ensuring tranquil solitude. Its comfortable ambiance is enhanced by a sitting area overlooking an especially peaceful corner of the grounds, and by a graceful kiva-style fireplace. The ensuite bath is marvelous. Its luxurious glassed-in shower, soaking tub surround, floor, countertop and backsplash are embellished with seductive dark green marble, complemented perfectly by richly stained cabinetry. Near the primary suite: a quiet study.
Guest Wing
Guest Accommodations
An entire wing of this singular estate home is devoted to guests. There are numerous bedrooms and baths, as well as a spacious and versatile multipurpose room offering a built-in bar, and another large arched window looking out to the enchanting grounds. Through the room’s doors, an outdoor fireplace with wraparound seating sets the stage for conversation.
Accessory Dwelling
Across the sprawling grounds―beyond the flagstone paved multi-level terraces and walking paths, the pergola-covered outdoor dining area, and the sparkling pool and neighboring spa―an accessory dwelling has recently been added. Tastefully designed to accommodate the most discerning guests, extended family, or staff, it hosts its own address and driveway. A delightful sanctuary, the abode features a great room incorporating living, dining, and kitchen areas, and two beautiful bedrooms, each with a bath ensuite, and each with its own, pergola-covered terrace.
Additional Estate Features
Garage and Wine Room
The estate’s expansive three-car garage also contains a temperature-controlled wine room.
Nearby Amenities
A truly remarkable estate, it seems far away from the madding crowd, yet is close-by private and public schools, services, and all the distinctive shopping, dining, museums and galleriesSanta Barbara provides. In addition, exclusive La Cumbre Country Club is within Hope Ranch, as are private beach access, scenic riding trails, and tennis courts.