Craftsman

800 Carosam Road

Santa Barbara , CA 93110

MLS#: 24452181

$9,900,000

Status: Closed
Listing number: 24452181
Listing provided by: Sotheby's International Realty
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 5 months ago
On site: 1 year, 23 days ago
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Property

Beds

5

Full Baths

5

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1907

Sq.Footage

5,025

The most significant and endearing Hope Ranch property is now available for the first time in 47 years. Sitting at the end of a cul-de-sac on a panoramic view top knoll, the beloved Potter House overlooks Las Palmas Valley and Laguna Blanca Lake with magnificent views of the Santa Ynez Mountain Range. Rich in provenance and rooted in Santa Barbara community history, the estate was the first property in Hope Ranch and was originally developed as the Potter Country Club in 1907. The club was later transformed into a residence cherished by distinguished families throughout the years. This is a rare opportunity to be the next owner of a true legacy property. The private setting, majestic views and heartwarming charm are just some of the reasons you'll fall in love with this storybook estate.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    High Ceilings, Track Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry

  • Total Bedrooms

    5

  • Bathrooms

    5

  • Basement YN

    YES

  • Cooling YN

    NO

  • Cooling

    N/A

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Forced Air

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    3

  • Parking

    Garage, Gravel

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Front Porch, Patio

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    None

  • View

    Golf Course, Lake, Mountain(s), Panoramic

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Secluded

  • Lot Size(acres)

    2.35

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Craftsman

Price

  • Sales Price

    $9,900,000

  • Sq. Footage

    5, 025

  • Price/SqFt

    $1,970

HOA

  • Association

    Yes

  • Association Fee

    $3,318

  • Association Fee Frequency

    Annually

  • Association Fee Includes

    N/A

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Stories

    1

  • Association Amenities

    Picnic Area, Security

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Septic Tank

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The most significant and endearing Hope Ranch property is now available for the first time in 47 years. Sitting at the end of a cul-de-sac on a panoramic view top knoll, the beloved Potter House overlooks Las Palmas Valley and Laguna Blanca Lake with magnificent views of the Santa Ynez Mountain Range. Rich in provenance and rooted in Santa Barbara community history, the estate was the first property in Hope Ranch and was originally developed as the Potter Country Club in 1907. The club was later transformed into a residence cherished by distinguished families throughout the years. This is a rare opportunity to be the next owner of a true legacy property. The private setting, majestic views and heartwarming charm are just some of the reasons you'll fall in love with this storybook estate.

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