Exceptional French Provincial Ocean View Estate on Nine Acres in Montecito Offered at US$27,000,000

Montecito, California – Just steps away from Montecito’s Upper Village lies “Shadows of Provence,” an elegant estate situated on nine acres of lushly landscaped grounds in Montecito, California, and now being exclusively marketed by Christie’s International Real Estate, the world’s leading luxury real estate network. Offered at US $27,000,000 by the team of Riskin Associates at Village Properties, an exclusive affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate, the residence is one of Montecito’s most coveted estates.

Shadows of Provence is notable for its tranquil gardens expanding across nine acres, as well as its rare proximity to Montecito’s Upper Village. Classic iron gates open onto a tree-lined drive which arrives at the elegant main residence masterfully designed by architect Don Nulty.

The estate features a total of eight bedrooms and ten bathrooms, and encompasses just over 12,800 square feet. Shadows of Provence is perfectly proportioned to its garden surroundings, blending seamlessly into one of Montecito’s most stunning and private estates.  A separate guest house, media room, and outstanding first floor master suite with ocean views are among the key highlights of the property.

The estate’s vast lawn gently rolls toward a stunning private lake overlooking the Pacific. The gardens can be explored via a path that winds past the swimming pool, tennis court, and cabana—all adjacent to a redwood grove—ultimately arriving at a

private gate to the Upper Village. The garden includes olive trees, orchards, a raised vegetable garden, greenhouse and a formal rose garden, all contributing to the enchanting setting of this magnificent property. A four-car garage attached to the main house—as well as a detached three-car garage—fulfills any car collector's dream.

“Although it was only built in 2001, this French Provincial masterpiece harks back to another time, and yet possesses all the conveniences of a 21^st century estate,” says Zackary Wright, Senior Vice President at Christie’s International Real Estate.

“’Shadows of Provence’ offers the best of two sought-after worlds—a peaceful, seemingly secluded country estate with direct access to the quaint shops and fine restaurants of Montecito,” adds listing agent Rebecca Riskin.

Riskin Associates ranks #1 in Santa Barbara County and the 11th highest-volume real estate team in the United States; Village Properties is Santa Barbara County’s largest independent real estate brokerage, offering unparalleled real estate services to California’s coast. The brokerage is composed of an exceptional team of experienced agents.