Elevated living, redefined. Commanding a dramatic vantage point above the coastline, this extraordinary residence captures sweeping panoramic views from Point Mugu to Point Conception. Designed and thoughtfully built by a master craftsman as his personal residence, the home reflects exceptional quality, timeless design, and a deep connection to its natural surroundings. Expansive walls of glass frame the ever-changing horizon, filling the interiors with natural light and creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Multiple terraces, a resort-style pool and beautifully integrated entertaining spaces offer an unforgettable setting for both intimate moments and large-scale gatherings. Rarely does a home so perfectly unite craftsmanship, privacy and world-class views.
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
4.5 acresLot Size
$1,642Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Knight Real Estate Group•DRE #01463617• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Upper Mission Canyon, located between the Santa Ynez Mountains and downtown Santa Barbara, is a hillside and canyon Mission Canyon neighborhood with oak-shaded roads and trailhead access. The scene concentrates around the Mission Canyon Road corridor near Rocky Nook Park, where cyclists, hikers, and dog-walkers pass rustic gates and canyon driveways. Architecture leans toward Spanish Revival and mid-century homes tucked into steep lots and chaparral. Rocky Nook Park and the nearby Santa Barbara Botanic Garden set a nature-first rhythm. The Old Mission Santa Barbara and the Museum of Natural History anchor local culture with gardens, exhibits, and a sense of place. Evenings feel quiet, with canyon breezes and dark-sky pockets under the ridgeline.
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Offer insights
2840 Holly Rd · $5,295,000
$5.26M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $5.26M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
81 days
The average home goes pending in 36 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.1%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Blinds on windows
Smart thermostat
Living room gas fireplace
Water softener (owned)
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom
Ground floor primary
Ground floor second bedroom
Basement level space
Great room
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Built-in gas range and built-in gas oven
Gas stove
Dishwasher
Laundry & utility
Laundry room with gas hookup
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Tile flooring
Heating & cooling
Central air
Heat pump
Forced air heating
Radiant floor heating
Zoned heating
Exterior features
Outdoor spa / hot tub
Lawn
Fruit trees
Yard irrigation (partial)
Drought-tolerant landscaping
Raised foundation
Panoramic views including mountains, islands, coastline, ocean, city and harbor
Shed(s)
Home design
Custom built contemporary home
Single story
Parking
Attached garage with inside entrance
Two garage spaces
RV access/parking
Construction
Stucco construction
Metal roof
Utilities
Seller-owned solar PV
Electricity and solar
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The RR zone is applied within Urban, Inner-Rural and Existing Developed Rural Neighborhood areas as designated on the Comprehensive Plan maps where low density residential and agricultural uses are appropriate. This zone is intended to preserve the character of an area and to minimize the services required by providing for low density residential development.
Zone overlays
Design Control Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Lodging-Full service
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
11 days above 84° expected this year, 28 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Barbara, CA • 93105
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 2840 Holly Rd
$4,996,006
$299K under list price of $5.30M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $2.3M to $4.2M.