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368 Lambert Road - Magnificent Equestrian Estate
$15,000,000
This elegant Monterey-style balconied estate home is situated on a gorgeous, oak-studded 9.75 acres within riding distance to the polo fields. Traditional yet modern, the gracious interiors include six bedrooms, five baths, and grand living spaces encompassing 6,000+/- sq. ft. The crowning glory of this marvelous mountain view parcel is its perfect integration of a formal landscape within the natural surroundings. Wide terraces, a glorious pool and spa, fireplace pavilion, manicured lawns, gardens, and native trees combine for a magical setting. The ultimate equestrian amenities include horse corrals, scenic trails, and a barn. A historic, separate guest cottage has a sun porch, three bedrooms and two baths. This property presents the perfect opportunity for refined country living.
The stately main residence opens to a spacious, sunlit great room with a 19-foot ceiling, two sets of French doors, and an imported cut stone fireplace from France. One wing encompasses a front-facing office with built-in bookcases, spacious guest quarters with attached bath, and a luxurious, paneled library with a brick-lined fireplace and coffered ceiling. The first floor also includes staff quarters, a laundry room, and a sunny country kitchen with elegant granite counters and marble floors. Stainless steel appliances, double ovens, a pantry, and recessed lighting complete this epicurean's sanctuary. There are stunning views of the naturalistic pool and gardens. The adjoining breakfast room is clad in bead board paneling and opens to a lushly landscaped terrace. Oak floors, wainscoting, and crown moldings accentuate the classically-appointed formal dining room.
A striking, spiral staircase leads to the master suite and three more upstairs bedrooms, each with balconies overlooking the expansive grounds. An interior balcony is suspended above the great room. The stone fireplace, built-in bookcases, and coffered ceiling in the roomy master suite create a sophisticated country home atmosphere. An extra wide balcony adds a serene and private outdoor space under the shade of oaks. The enormous master bath features a Jacuzzi tub and corner shower. Dual, mirrored closets offer plenty of storage space. An exercise room, with additional closet space and a balcony, is adjoining.
Multiple French doors open to elegant terraces with gurgling fountains. Stone patios and a picturesque outdoor fireplace pavilion are perfect for grand-scale entertaining or simply relaxing. A rock-bound infinity edge pool and spa merge seamlessly into the graceful swell of greenery. There is a breathtaking mixture of mature oaks, sweeping expanses of lawn, rose arbors, bright flower gardens, and a meandering brook. Stone pathways traverse the grounds. A grand, gated entryway draws visitors through manicured hedges to a circular drive and two three-car garages.
In the heart of equestrian estates centered around Santa Barbara's famed polo fields, this property boasts five separate corrals as well as an actively-used, ten-stall, U-shaped horse barn which is shaded by a tremendous, ancient oak tree. Horse manager's quarters are on the premises. Beautiful, creek side, woodsy riding trails extend through the lot and take riders 1.5 miles to the Pacific Ocean and some of California's most spectacular stretches of sandy beach. Additional riding trails lead to Montecito.
A completely separate and charming guest cottage, circa 1920s, offers three bedrooms and two baths. With a corner fireplace, paneling, and sunroom entrance, this classic bungalow is a cozy retreat with Craftsman-era details. Encompassed by a white picket fence and gorgeous flower beds filled with daisies and roses, this cottage is one of the last historic outbuildings from the former Fleischmann estate, Edgewood Ranch. Max Fleischmann, once known as America's "Yeast King" for his inherited cake yeast fortune, was an avid yachtsman, adventurer and a significant philanthropist during the early-to-mid twentieth century. Among his many local contributions was the 1927 restoration of Santa Barbara's old Mission, the building of the breakwater and harbor, the Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, and Santa Barbara Foundation. Civic-minded Fleischmann also developed the land for the nearby Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club.
