1915 Monte Alegre Dr, Carpinteria, CA 93013

Set on 10 private acres in a quiet, gated enclave, this extraordinary estate offers approximately 9,000 square feet of finely crafted living space with sweeping ocean and mountain views from nearly every window. Designed with rare materials and exceptional detail, the residence showcases 200-year-old hand-hewn coffered wood ceilings, French oak wide-plank floors from Belgium, and French limestone fireplaces throughout. A grand foyer leads to the luxurious living room with dramatic ocean views, centered on a two-story stone fireplace, and flows into the formal dining room with seating for fourteen. The chef's kitchen is a true showpiece, featuring a six-burner range, four ovens, dual dishwashers, and a wet bar that seats six. Additional amenities include a butler's pantry, family room with fireplace, large media center, and Romeo & Juliet balcony, as well as a cozy breakfast area or game table that expands to seat eight. The walk-out basement offers a media center/game room with a pool table and wine cellar. For your added convenience, enjoy multiple powder rooms, a mud room and laundry room with drip-dry station on the main floor. The bedroom accommodations are equally impressive, with three king suites and a queen suite, plus a bunk room designed to sleep ten. Spacious cedar closets and attached full baths are offered in each bedroom. The primary suite is a sanctuary with a soaking tub and large walk-in closet. For added peace of mind, the suite also includes a discreet back staircase that doubles as a secure panic room- an exceptional feature blending comfort, privacy, and safety. Upstairs, enjoy a library overlooking the main living room and two generously sized offices. Outdoors, the estate is a retreat of its own, with lush gardens, gravel paths, an olive grove, and two enclosed vegetable gardens. Entertain around the pool, hot tub, bocce court, horseshoe pit, or expansive patios and loggia with reclaimed barnwood ceilings, heat lamps, and a limestone fireplace. A detached guest shed offers additional sleeping space for four with a loft bed, pull-out couch, sitting area, powder bath, and outdoor shower. Completing the property are custom iron doors, bespoke light fixtures, heated limestone floors in the main hall and bathrooms, a firepit, a variety of outdoor dining areas, parking for 10+ autos on the motor court, and exclusive hiking access to Santa Monica Creek watershed. Built in 2010, this estate blends timeless European craftsmanship with modern luxury for a truly rare offering.