Gently winding through the charming seaside town of Montecito, East Valley Road connects the area’s most desirable neighborhoods to the luxurious Upper Village. A seemingly endless hedge-lined drive winds beneath a shady oak canopy, introducing a stunning, gated three-acre estate with a breathtaking, 7 bedroom, 12 bathroom Mediterranean residence. The meandering drive arrives at a gracious motor court where the approximately 12,000 square foot estate’s grand façade is on brilliant display. A pair of two-car garages and the ample motor court provides abundant parking for residents and guests. Towering iron and glass entry doors open to reveal a stunning galleria lined by a wall of French doors leading to a lavish fireside terrace overlooking the glorious rose gardens. Throughout the south facing residence windows pervade every room immersing the home in sunlight, while omnipresent fireplaces, stone and intricately laid oak floors, and handcrafted fixtures await. The elegant formal living and dining rooms boast romantic details, including hand-carved beamed ceilings, carved fireplace surrounds and oversized French doors opening onto the home’s ubiquitous loggia. Cloaked in mahogany, the adjacent library provides handsome built-in bookcases and a fireplace to warm the cozy space. Between the dining room and the kitchen a beautiful butler’s pantry offers custom china storage. The sundrenched kitchen presents two large center islands and encircling counters of Calcutta Gold marble slabs, while custom sinks, hardware, and state-of-the-art appliances provide the best of contemporary amenities. The adjoining family room is a casual gathering place with a large Santa Barbara stone fireplace and arched French doors opening to a terrace with a built-in barbecue. From the family room a staircase leads to the home’s lower floor where another family room with a fireplace, home theater with stadium seating and a sumptuous bar await. The lower level also hosts rooms suitable for a home gym or game room and a wine cellar. A full bath and a powder room complete the lower level. Five bedroom suites span the top floor, including the stunning master suite, which presents a sense of grandeur without sacrificing warmth and intimacy. With glistening ocean views, wood floors and a fireplace, the master bedroom is an elegant haven for relaxation while a sitting room, two impressive walk-in closets and dual bathrooms offer privacy in the master bedroom. Three sumptuous and spacious bedroom suites, two with ocean views, enjoy walk-in closets and plush, private baths. An additional, deluxe guest suite with a private entrance offers comparable amenities accompanied by a kitchenette. A convenient laundry room is situated next to the secondary staircase, providing access to the kitchen below. The main floor loggia spans the south side of the residence, enjoying the views over the property’s manicured lawns and gardens and a romantic outdoor fireplace. A step out onto the estate’s grounds reveals the magical oak woodland that envelops the property. The property hosts a private well, allowing the landscape to remain lush and verdant. From the loggia, pathways weave through an enchanting rose garden, culminating at the pool and entertaining terrace with built-in barbecue and additional fireplace. As dusk falls, Montecito’s incredible evening light reveals another facet of the property’s tranquil beauty. The Santa Ynez Mountain panorama shifts into an arresting display of light offering a full spectrum of hues, from romantic roses to deep purples set against a pastel sunset sky. At the south end of the pool terrace sits a private pool house, complete with a living room, kitchenette, bedroom and two full bathrooms for optimal privacy. The pool house enjoys lavish amenities including two fireplaces. With an exquisite arrangement of elegant features, rich spaces and a magnificent landscape, this grand Mediterranean estate celebrates the very essence of the luxurious Montecito lifestyle.