About 2240 Bella Vista Drive
Defined by its vast ocean, island, & harbor views stretching over the Pacific, this estate offers an ever-changing panorama of tranquil horizons. The ocean's beauty fills every room with natural light & serenity. Grand arched entryway, intricate wrought iron door, soaring ceilings with exposed beams, & stone floors evoke the charm of a European villa. A magnificent stone fireplace stands as the core of the grand living room. This space is large enough for several seating areas all flowing out to the pool terrace and /or gardens. The Formal Dining Room opens to both the Living Room and has a private terrace complete with a fountain and lush landscaping. Expansive Gourmet Kitchen with View Breakfast room. The Kitchen features Stainless steel appliances as well as a large island with seating Commodious storage in the adjacent walk-in pantry and separate butler's pantry. Family Room flows from the Kitchen space to a covered entertaining terrace complete with barbeque. The Family Room has a custom fireplace as well as a full wet bar with bar seating and an exceptionally large temperature controlled Wine Cellar. A Library features a fireplace, built-ins as well as a full bathroom. Library/office has direct access to the gardens and terraces. The Grand Staircase leads to the Primary suite as well as 4 additional suites with several opening out to view terraces. The gracious Primary Suite is in its own wing and offers a sitting area w/fireplace, beamed ceilings as well as several ocean/harbor view terraces. The Primary Suite Bath features an enormous steam shower, separate jacuzzi style tub, dual vanities and commode closet. Two very large walk-in closets with custom built-ins complete the space. An additional custom spa is reached off the bedroom wing. Additional features include a gated entry, an oversize three car garage with storage, a Full Home generator, Car charging station, Private shared well for irrigation as well as a private gym room off the pool. This property also features numerous terraces, large lawn area, numerous fruit trees, and a glistening pool with spa and water feature.
Features of 2240 Bella Vista Drive
| MLS® # | 25522573 |
|---|---|
| Price | $9,750,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 6.00 |
| Full Baths | 6 |
| Square Footage | 6,157 |
| Acres | 9.00 |
| Year Built | 1991 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Mediterranean |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 2240 Bella Vista Drive |
|---|---|
| Area | MCTO - Montecito |
| City | Santa Barbara |
| County | Santa Barbara |
| Zip Code | 93108 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 3 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Garage, Door-Multi |
| # of Garages | 3 |
| Garages | Garage, Door-Multi |
| View | City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Valley, Coastline, Courtyard, Harbor, Ocean, Panoramic, Pool |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | In Ground, Lap, Waterfall |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Tile, Wood |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, High Ceilings, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dressing Area, Loft, See Remarks, Sunken Living Room, Utility Room, Wine Cellar |
| Appliances | Barbecue, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Dryer, Washer |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Family Room, Living Room, Library |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | Two |
Exterior
| Exterior | Stucco, Stone |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Front Yard, Lawn |
| Windows | Blinds, Custom Covering(s), Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Plantation Shutters |
| Construction | Stucco, Stone |
| Foundation | Raised |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | April 8th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 211 |
| Zoning | RMZ-40 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Timothy Walsh |
|---|---|
| Office | Village Properties |