Experience the pinnacle of Santa Barbara living at Villa Ladera, a stunning hilltop estate, designed by famed Spanish Colonial architect Henry Lenny, nestled within the exclusive Hope Ranch community. Comprising two separate legal private gated parcels spanning 7.59 acres this meticulously renovated Spanish Colonial Revival-style home combines timeless elegance with modern luxury and elevated style. With sweeping panoramic views of the mountains, ocean, and La Cumbre Country Club fairways, the property offers an idyllic retreat that defines resort-style living. Recently renovated and designed by notable New York-based designer Noa Santos, the spacious residence encompasses over 6,000 square feet and features 4 bedrooms - each with a private bath, in-law suite, library, and a 3-car garage. The romantic primary suite boasts ocean and mountain views from the balcony, a fireplace, his and hers closets, a steam shower and radiant floor heat for ultimate luxury and relaxation. Designed for both casual entertaining and fine dining, the expansive kitchen boasts custom finishes like Calcutta marble, handmade Tunisian tiles, and premium dual La Cornue ranges. The home's chic designer lighting fixtures by Rose Uniacke and In Common With and carefully crafted details enhance its unique character, offering a sense of timeless sophistication. Throughout the home you will find extensive custom millwork providing ample and beautiful storage spaces.
Outside, the property is a true sanctuary, with multiple outdoor entertaining spaces that include a heated pool, jacuzzi, multiple fountains and a romantic outdoor fireplace all surrounded by beautiful mature landscaping. The meticulously landscaped grounds are perfect for gatherings, offering numerous intimate dining areas, a custom chicken coop, with over 150 Avocado, Citrus, and Pomegranate Trees and a children's playground, all designed to take full advantage of the breathtaking vistas. The property also boasts a private well and a state-of-the-art whole house reverse osmosis water filtration and softening system.
The additional 2+ acre parcel of land (3907 Via Laguna) offers additional privacy and space or the option to build a second 10,000 sq. ft. master estate home, with its own, ADU.
In addition to the luxurious amenities of the home, the property includes key card access to the enviable private Hope Ranch beach, 22 miles of equestrian trails, direct access to a Class 1 bike path, tennis courts, and private security force ensuring an unparalleled lifestyle of peace and convenience. Located just minutes from downtown Santa Barbara and Montecito, this estate combines privacy with proximity to the best the city has to offer. Villa Ladera is the perfect blend of sophistication, comfort, and tranquility.
Sold for $12,500,000 on 07/31/25
$12,500,000
3911 Via Laguna, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
4beds
6,154sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
7.59 Acres Lot
$11,969,700 Zestimate®
$2,031/sqft
$10,134 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 31, 2025 at 02:02pm
Listed by:
Eric Haskell 01866805,
The Agency,
Amanda Lee 01986728 805-895-9835,
The Agency
Bought with:
Bartron Real Estate Group, 01005021 / 01950975 / 00966870 / 01976075
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SBMLS,MLS#: 25-1810

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Radiant tile floor heating | Custom blackout drapes | Ocean & Mountain Views | Spacious Spanish Tile Balcony | Fireplace with Herringbone Interior | Salvaged Antique Mahogany Door | Hardwood Floors | Primary Bath: Soaking Tub | Steam Shower | Heated Tile Floors | Bidet | Custom Vanities | Dual Custom Closets | Calcutta Marble Floors
Bedroom 2
- Description: Large Balcony with View of Golf Course | En Suite Bath | Hardwood Floors | Custom Blackout Drapes
Bedroom 3
- Description: En Suite Bath with Custom Sink Vanity | Hardwood Floors | Blackout Shutters | Mountain View | Custom Blackout Drapes
Bedroom 4
- Description: Balcony | En Suite Bath | Hardwood Floors | Custom Blackout Drapes
Dining room
- Description: Custom Tiled Buffets | Brass Art Sconces | French Doors to Exterior | Custom-Laid Wood Flooring Design
Kitchen
- Description: Artist-Designed Handmade Pendants from France | Two French La Cornue Ranges | Calcutta Marble Countertops & Island | Antique Ice Chest Hardware | Thermador Refrigerator & Freezer | Custom-Built Cabinetry | Tecate Tile Floors | Instant Hot/Cold Tap
Living room
- Description: Custom Herringbone Tiled Fireplace | Handmade Sconces from France | Custom White Iron Chandelier | Floor-to-Ceiling Retracting Steel and Glass Doors | Tecate Tile Flooring
Office
- Description: Antique Tiled Fireplace | Hardwood Floors
Other
- Description: Separate Entry | Custom Plaster Fireplace | Barn Door for Privacy | Original Spanish Tile Flooring
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,154
- Total interior livable area: 6,154 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Patio Open
- Exterior features: Lawn, Fruit Trees, Yard Irrigation T/O
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: SPA-Outside, Hot Tub
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Ocean, City, Golf Course, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 7.59 Acres
- Features: Level, Near Public Transit
- Topography: Hilly, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 049030054
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic In
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Santa Barbara
- Subdivision: 25 - Hope Ranch
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Ctnl