1480 Lou Dillon Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

1480 Lou Dillon Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

$4,550,000 Approx. USD 5 beds, 5 baths
5,238 sqft

New Listing Open House 5/18 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Listing Agent


Michele White
Lic#: 01930309
Broker: Courtesy of Compass

Co Listing Agent


Patrice Serrani | Patrice@PatriceSerrani.com
Lic#: 01764713
Broker: Courtesy of Compass

Agent Remarks

Ocean views, vineyard charm, and timeless craftsmanship converge on this ±1.15-acre gated estate just minutes from Montecito and downtown Santa Barbara. Spanning approx. 5,238 SF, this 4-bed (with option for a 5th bedroom), 5-bath residence features custom Venetian plaster, vaulted ceilings, artisan tilework, and hand-forged iron fixtures throughout. Step through an impressive 12-foot wrought iron door and the grand entryway welcomes you with four graceful arches, a statement chandelier, Venetian plaster walls, and beautifully tiled floors. It's an entrance that sets the tone for everything this home has to offer. Designed for both entertaining and daily living, the chef's kitchen features dual oversized islands, a Wolf oven, Sub-Zero refrigerator, hand-pounded copper sinks, a walk-in pantry, and custom ironwork chandeliers by local artisan Steven Handelman. The adjoining living and dining areas flow seamlessly from indoors to out. The expansive great room integrates multiple seating and game areas beneath soaring ceilings. A bold fireplace anchors the room, while an abundance of windows and doors flood the space with light. Off this space lies a beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom with arched detailing, artisan tile, with the potential to convert the space into a main-level primary bedroom. The upstairs primary suite features vaulted ceilings, a private balcony and patio with ocean views, and a spacious walk-in closet. The en-suite bath is appointed with heated floors, skylights, a steam shower with arched entryways, Jacuzzi tub, and dual vanities. Additional guest suites include private baths and designer finishes. A flexible guest wing offers two bedrooms, a kitchenette, and an oversized bathroom; ideal for ADU conversion. The main living room, with its vaulted ceilings, commanding stone fireplace, and stylish mini bar, provides the perfect setting for intimate gatherings with family and friends. Upstairs, a crow's nest landing opens to a custom dual-desk office facing the Pacific. A three-car garage and spacious storage room add practical function to the estate's luxury. Perched behind the home, you'll find a peaceful, multi-tiered Pinot Noir vineyard featuring the coveted Swan and 777 clones, along with a grove of seedless lemon trees, sweet oranges (the kind that taste like sunshine), avocados, and kumquats a true flavor of California right in your own backyard. Just minutes from Santa Barbara and Montecito, and steps away from the Montecito Country Club and pickleball courts, this estate offers the best of all worlds and carries a unique piece of California historythe area is said to be the final resting place of Lou Dillon, one of the most celebrated harness racing horses of her time...a history that brings a rare and storied charm to the estate. More than a home, it's a legacy.

Listing Details

Property type: Home/Estate (Single Family)
Status: Active
MLS# 25-1779
Price: $4,550,000
Beds: 5
Baths: 5 (5 full)
Living Room,Family Room fireplaces
Built in 1986
5,238 sqft
1.15 acres
Lot size: 1.1500
County: Santa Barbara
Property style: Spanish
Zoning: R-1
Construction: Stucco
Exterior features: Patio Open,Patio Covered,Fruit Trees
Appliances: Refrigerator,Other,Gas Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Washer
Parking description: Gar #3,Attached
Lot description: Near Public Transit
Heating description: Forced Air,Radiant Floor
MLS area: 15 - SB/EAST OF STATE

Last Updated: 5/18/2025

 Days On Market (DOM): 13

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The style of this listing is Spanish.
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Lat/Long: 34.426122, -119.666102.
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