Rose Brook Cottage | A Storybook Country Retreat Privately situated behind mature hedges and romantic English gardens, Rose Brook Cottage is an exceptional Connecticut-inspired farmhouse offering a rare expression of refined country living in the heart of Santa Barbara. Set on an unusually expansive parcel, the property unfolds across broad lawns, meandering stone pathways, established gardens, and intimate outdoor terraces--creating a secluded setting that feels worlds away while remaining moments from fine dining, shopping, and beaches. With its timeless architectural character, the 2-bedroom, 1-bath main residence is both sophisticated and effortlessly inviting. Sun-drenched interiors are crowned by dramatic tongue-and-groove cathedral ceilings, burnished wood floors, a graceful bay window, and carefully curated finishes which provide warmth and understated elegance throughout. The generous eat-in kitchen opens through French doors to picturesque stone terraces and the gardens beyond, creating an idyllic setting for gracious indoor-outdoor entertaining. A separate 1-bedroom, 1-bath guest cottage offers an equally charming private retreat, ideal for guests, a home office, or creative studio. With its storybook architecture, exceptional grounds, private guest accommodations, and coveted in-town setting, Rose Brook Cottage presents a rare opportunity to experience the romance and privacy of a country retreat with the sophistication and convenience of life in the heart of Santa Barbara.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
4 spacesParking
Listed by Team Shotwell•DRE #02071607 / 02227938• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Bought with David Kim•DRE #01813897• Village Properties
Est. $3,750 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3892 Fairfax Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$1,462,000
SBMLS #26-2836
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$1,461,650
Sep 2, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 25, 2026
Listed
$1,495,000
SBMLS #10-2256
Jul 30, 2010
Sold
$777,000
Jun 23, 2010
Listed
$775,000
+8
Rose Brook Cottage. Connecticut 2 bd/1 ba farmhouse is remodeled on a extra large lot. Mature hedges, English gardens and expansive lawns. Sun kissed interior w/ soaring tongue-in-groove cathedral ceilings. Large eat-in kitchen adjoins French doors and delightful stone terraces. Burnished wood flrs, stone pathways, bay window. 1 room, 1 ba guest cottage.
Public Records
Apr 1, 2010
Sold
$450,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,689 (+2.0%)
$718,733 + $296,636
$1,015,369
2024
$10,479 (+1.9%)
$704,641 + $290,820
$995,461
2023
$10,285 (+1.7%)
$690,825 + $285,118
$975,943
2022
$10,109 (+3.7%)
$677,280 + $279,528
$956,808
2021
$9,744 (+1.1%)
$664,000 + $274,048
$938,048
2020
$9,640 (+3.1%)
$650,981 + $268,675
$919,656
2019
$9,354 (+2.0%)
$644,306 + $265,921
$910,227
2018
$9,171 (+6.8%)
$631,673 + $260,707
$892,380
2017
$8,585 (+5.3%)
$584,000 + $240,000
$824,000
2016
$8,157 (+4.5%)
$584,000 + $240,000
$824,000
2015
$7,807 (+1.5%)
$556,000 + $229,000
$785,000
2014
$7,690 (+6.0%)
$520,000 + $214,000
$734,000
2013
$7,257 (+6.9%)
$520,000 + $214,000
$734,000
2012
$6,791 (−15.1%)
$495,000 + $204,000
$699,000
2011
$7,995 (+1,239.8%)
$495,000 + $204,000
$699,000
2009
$597 (+6.4%)
$23,687 + $28,788
$52,475
2008
$561
$23,279 + $28,292
$51,571
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
788
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Barbara County
APN
057192024
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 13, 2026.
8-R-1
Single Family Residential Zone
The R-1 zones are applied to areas appropriately located for one-family living at a reasonable range of population densities, consistent with sound standards of public health, safety, and welfare. This zone is intended to protect the residential characteristics ofan area and to promote a suitable environment for family life.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Waste transfer station
Lodging-Full service
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Attached Garage: No
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Ground Floor Primary
Dining Information
In Kitchen
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features: Lawn, Yard Irrigation T/O
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Architectural Style: Traditional, Cape Cod
Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
Other Structures: Studio
Property Condition: Good
Levels: Single Story
Lot Information
View: Mountain(s), Setting
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating Available: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Monte Vista
Middle Or Junior School: LaColina
High School: San Marcos
Location Information
Cross Street: La Cumbre
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 788
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Santa Barbara County
APN: 057192024
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Monte Vista Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
La Colina Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
10 days above 83° expected this year, 28 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Barbara, CA • 93110
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.7 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.38M – $1.68M
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