The Wing House originally designed in 1978 by well known local architect, Michael Carmichael, was so named for its hacienda style in two distinct wings. Completely re-imagined by the Montecito based Warner Group architects in 2019, this 3,500 sq foot house sits on an acre and a half of mature, sustainable lush gardens. The outdoor space includes a newly refurbished 40 ft pool and hot tub, fire pit, tennis court, and basketball hoop designed for evening play. The indoor space, painted in shades of white, features wood floors, Moroccan and Indian rugs and modern art throughout. The house was designed for outdoor living and has an outstanding indoor outdoor flow.
At the far end of the east wing of the house is the master bedroom suite which features high ceilings, a modern ceiling to floor slate fire place an ebony wood bed with Asian influences, Moroccan rugs, a 65 inch smart TV, and french doors that lead out to a garden and the hot tub/pool. A walk- in closet has plenty of hanging and storage space. The master bath features a a large steam shower, custom made walnut cabinets, black granite counter tops, dual sinks, a makeup vanity, and Moroccan chandelier.
The family room features expansive Spanish style windows, a fire place, a mid century style sectional, an Aemes lounge chair, and 65 inch smart TV.
The piece de resistance is the 500 sq ft white and wood kitchen/ dining room that features a wall of steel framed windows, a 10 ft long live edge dining table with wishbone black chairs, a Wolf six burner stove. a Sub Zero refrigerator, and an expanse of skylights. This room also opens to the garden with an outdoor fireplace, large round table, and grill .
Separating the east and west wings is the large curved, living room, with high, wood beam ceiling. This room also opens to the back through french doors. It features a fire place, and two mid century sofas.
The west wing has a half bath, Jack and Jill bedrooms with an original Spanish style bathroom, a laundry room, and a second master bedroom with a private bathroom and large desk with a network connected laser printer/scanner. This bedroom also features french doors that open up to the garden.
The best part of this home may very well be the garden. On one and a half acres, it is completely private, boasting 40 palm trees, three huge tippijuana trees, two yellow Tecoma trees, and a coral tree. You can pick your own oranges for fresh juice in the morning or avocados from one of 13 trees. With 30 species of plants, several very old and rare, one guest labeled this garden, Little Lotusland.
Most importantly, the owners have created a variety of separate areas to enjoy that include a fire pit, outdoor fireplace, and a tennis and basketball court. You can have afternoon tea under one of the two arbors or take a book or computer to work there. Sip morning coffee with a friend on the two chair swings outside of the master bedroom while watching birds indulge in their morning bath. You can have dinner out, in your own dining area, with its large round table, your back to a roaring fire, while facing the garden and the pool. In the morning you can swim laps in the heated pool, relax in the hot tub and take the short path directly to the bedroom for a steam shower.
There is ultra high speed WiFi throughout the house, Sonos wireless speakers, air conditioning, cable service with premium channels, and an electric car charging station. With several work and play areas both indoors and out, this house is conducive to both work and play.
The house is great for entertaining and can sleep 8-10 people. It has been designed to comfortably accommodate a single couple or two families. Additional weekly cleaning costs are applicable for this property. Inquire directly for more information.
