| Location / Neighborhood | Santa Barbara, California / Hope Ranch area |
|---|---|
| Dwelling Type | House |
| Sleeps | 8 - 10 |
| Bedrooms / Bathrooms | 4 / 3 |
| Features | Pool, Spa, Tennis Court, Private, Gated, Near the Beach, Unique & Exotic, 1.5 acres |
| Rates | $4,900 to $7,700 per week |
Casa
Das Palmas - Private Hacienda by the Beach
As you approach this property, you know a special Santa Barbara experience is about to begin. This fine home is a California Hacienda; boasting large rooms and cathedral ceilings. It is set amid beautiful, mature, exotic and fragrant gardens. It also features a lighted tennis court, swimming pool, and spa. Just 3 blocks from the beach, you will breathe clean and clear Pacific air, and will relax in moderate temperatures year round.
The setting is quiet, peaceful and very private. Behind the gates of this oasis, you are in a different world; your own peaceful sanctuary. The property is located within a palm tree grove, and is surrounded by Avocado and Coral trees. It enjoys complete privacy with a 6 foot high stucco wall, gates, and tall hedges and trees. The landscape was carefully designed for our guests to enjoy the most exotic and colorful array of succulents and tropical flowers; evoking the sense that you are living in a Botanical Garden.
Constructed by the renowned local architect Michael Carmichael as his own personal residence, the design is charming, comfortable and inviting. The 4,000 square foot home is on one level, and located centrally on 1.2 acres. It features tile roofs, stucco walls, tile floors, large verandas with daybeds, Brazilian wedding hammocks, an outdoor fireplace, and several dining areas.
During the day, relax in the heated aquamarine pool and spa. Enjoy walking through the fragrant gardens. Join friends for a spirited game of tennis, or take shots on the basketball hoop.
The living room is lovely; with the front and back French doors open, a gentle breeze adds to the airy feeling of the house. With its 13 foot pitched beam ceiling and no two walls parallel, the acoustics of this room are outstanding. Enjoy your favorite music in warmth and openness. This room quickly converts to a large open area great for yoga, dance, or game area. The built-in wet bar makes entertaining easy. French doors open into verandas and gardens. A large faux-stone fireplace warms the dining room also. A skylight provides natural daytime illumination.
The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream (and a private chef is available upon request). Twelve-foot cathedral ceilings and skylights create a feeling of total spaciousness. Granite counter tops have plenty of working space and twin sinks. Pull up a stool for great family times at the large center island. Enjoy breakfast at the large breakfast nook overlooking the gardens and crystalline pool. Appliances include Sub –Zero fridge and freezer, 2 Dacor broiler/ovens, Bosch dishwasher and ample cabinetry. French doors open up to an outdoor living area with fireplace.
Being all on one level has many advantages. The California Hacienda style affords privacy to its occupants with bedrooms at each end of the house, or the master suite far away from an entertainment room or study. The master suite features a fireplace and private patio; another gateway to the aromatic gardens. All of the rooms have pitched beamed ceilings for an open and airy feeling throughout.
The property is located walking distance to the famous Hendry’s beach (a local's favorite with a nice restaurant), the Douglas Family Preserve, and it is next door to the elite estates of Hope Ranch.
Casa das Palmas offers the perfect private sanctuary to which you will look forward to returning year after year.