Bunny Maxim

Perched above the coastline on 2.3 ocean-view acres in Hope Ranch, 4160 La Ladera Road is an architectural sanctuary where stone, light, and ocean views shape every moment. Thoughtfully composed, the estate blends contemporary Mediterranean lines with resort-style amenities to create a home that feels both sculptural and deeply livable. The entry is dramatic and processional. A double-height canyon of hand-laid limestone, framed by bold agaves and lush plantings, draws you in and guides you toward a glass-framed doorway with the first glimpse of the water beyond. Warm wood accents and carefully placed lighting amplify the sense of arrival and set the tone for what unfolds inside. Within, nature and architecture work in concert. Oversized pivoting iron-and-glass doors open the great room and main living areas to terraces, gardens, and the pool, turning the core of the home into a seamless indoor-outdoor pavilion. Long sightlines carry your eye to the horizon, while stone floors, high ceilings, and smooth plaster walls create a quiet, refined backdrop. The residence lives as three interrelated volumes. The lower level, wrapped in buff-colored Santa Barbara limestone, contains the primary gathering spaces and gives the structure a grounded, sculptural presence. Above, the upper floor is finished in light stucco and capped with a tile roof- a contemporary nod to Santa Barbara’s Spanish heritage. A wide central corridor unites these spaces and makes the home feel expansive yet effortless to move through. At the heart of the plan, the kitchen and adjacent dining areas open directly to an ocean-facing terrace and the 75-foot swimming pool, so daily life and entertaining naturally spill outdoors. Sleek surfaces and professional-grade appliances are balanced by warm materials and ever-present views, creating a space that works as well for a quiet morning coffee as it does for a large gathering. Two primary suites offer distinct expressions of luxury: a main-floor suite with pivoting doors to the gardens and a spa-like bath with soaking tub and separate shower, and an upstairs suite with sweeping ocean vistas, custom designer closet and a sense of retreat. Additional en-suite bedrooms, an office, media room, and flexible spaces round out a floor plan that supports both privacy and connection. Outside, the estate lives like a private resort. The long pool and spa stretch along the horizon, bordered by generous terraces for lounging and dining. A modern open-air pavilion with a fireplace becomes the natural gathering spot at dusk. Bocce ball, courtyards, an orchard, and layered botanical and cactus gardens create a series of outdoor rooms to enjoy from morning to evening. A detached structure-currently used as an ocean-view gym-opens to its own terrace and captures the golden Santa Barbara light. A separate spa building with a sauna, a temperature controlled wine cellar, and thoughtfully curated landscape elements complete a property designed for both daily comfort and unforgettable stays. Set within the coveted enclave of Hope Ranch, with exclusive access to the residents-only beach and more than 20 miles of riding trails, 4160 La Ladera Road offers the privacy of a retreat with the ease of world-class coastal living.