1352 Manitou Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Welcome to 1352 Manitou Road, a newer-built custom home located in the heart of Santa Barbara's highly desirable Bel Air Knolls neighborhood. Completed in 1999, this exceptional residence offers a more modern floor plan, updated infrastructure, and an expansive 2,531 sq. ft. layout, making this a very rare offering in a neighborhood largely developed in the 1960s. Privately situated at the end of a shared driveway on a beautifully wooded 0.38-acre parcel, the property is surrounded by a canopy of mature oak trees creating a peaceful, treehouse-like setting with exceptional privacy and natural beauty. Designed with both comfort and entertaining in mind, the home features an expansive open-concept great room where the living room, dining area, and kitchen seamlessly flow together. Multiple doors open directly to the outdoor patios, pergola, and hot tub area, creating an ideal indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The gourmet kitchen features soaring ceilings, a large center island gathering area, a Viking range, a pantry, abundant cabinetry, and a generous countertop workspace. The adjoining living room offers vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and an inviting atmosphere filled with natural light. The spacious primary suite occupies its own private wing and features cathedral ceilings, a fireplace, walk-in closet, ensuite bath with soaking tub and separate shower, and direct access to the outdoor spaces. Downstairs are two additional guest bedrooms, a remodeled hallway bathroom, and direct access to the attached two-car garage. Additional amenities include central heating, central AC, owned Sun Run solar panels, a formal laundry room with cabinetry and a folding area, built-in indoor and outdoor speakers, and ample off-street parking. This home is centrally located with easy access to downtown Santa Barbara, the Mesa Shopping Center, Hendry's Beach, the Las Positas multi-use path, and more. This is a truly special offering that combines privacy, modern comfort, and the relaxed Santa Barbara lifestyle in one of the city's most sought-after neighborhoods.