680 Ashley Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Step back to the early 1900’s to open the story on the Ogilvy Estate in Montecito. Over the course of 100 years, only five families have owned this remarkable property. The Craftsman style farmhouse was designed by the prominent architect, J.L. Curletti (circa 1910) in an architectural style known as Foursquare Craftsman with construction methods that included elements drawn from Swiss and Japanese techniques.
At this time, the property had wells with such high quality water that folks would come from miles around to fill their mason jars. Around 1917, the family formed the Ogilvy Artesian Water Company to bottle their water and the company lasted for almost 30 years until 1937.
Today this inviting compound includes over 2 acres of land with the main residence of approximately 5750 sf and an additional 1600 sf in 4 detached ancillary structures: an office/guest suite, art studio, yoga studio and a 1-bedroom /2 bath guest house with a serene, private outdoor deck and dining area.
Sited down a private lane behind gates on a mostly flat parcel you will discover:
•dazzling landscaping
•expansive lawns
•a family orchard with (13) different types of fruit trees
•organic vegetable gardens
•over 200 rose bushes
•old-growth specimen trees, including the huge Norfolk Pine
•spectacular mountain views.
Also gracing this estate is a lighted bocce ball court, a large covered swimming pool plus a pool room with kitchenette.
The covered front wrap-around porch welcomes guests as if stepping into a bygone era of ease and tranquility. Upon entering the foyer, the beautiful clear Douglas Fir floors set the stage for the lovely interiors with large sun-drenched windows, many charming built-ins, tall-beamed ceilings, antique fixtures collected from around the world, updated plumbing and electrical and a fabulous eat-in kitchen with restored Magic Chef range, farm sink and more.
Upstairs is the light and bright master bedroom suite with fireplace, gorgeous bathroom and spacious private balcony that includes an outdoor shower. Also on this floor are 2 spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets; one bedroom has a fireplace and the other has a large balcony. As well, there is a quaint library with a private balcony. On the top floor is a versatile bonus/rec room replete with half-bath, skylights and Fir floors.
The five families who have owned this estate enjoyed the love of entertaining and this home has been filled with multi-generational family members gathering for parties, events and spending time together.
Located in Montecito near Lotusland, Cold Spring Elementary School, Westmont College and many hiking trails, this close-in area makes it hassle-free to get anywhere in town.