#santa barbara pool cabana

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Mediterranean Patio

A medium-sized stone patio kitchen in a Tuscan backyard with a gazebo

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Poolhouse in Santa Barbara Pool house - mid-sized mediterranean backyard stamped concrete and rectangular pool house idea

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Poolhouse in Santa Barbara

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Poolhouse in Santa Barbara

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Pool in Santa Barbara

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Santa Barbara Poolhouse Idea for a rectangular pool house in a medium-sized Mediterranean backyard made of stamped concrete.

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Santa Barbara Poolhouse Idea for a rectangular pool house in a medium-sized Mediterranean backyard made of stamped concrete.

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Trailer (15 Sec) | A Coastal Paradise: The Crown Jewel of Monarch Bay Terrace | Mediterranean Dr, Dana Point, CA from Video Sells Real Estate on Vimeo.

VideoSellsRealEstate.com Nestled in the heart of Monarch Bay Terrace, just steps from renowned beaches, stands the unparalleled Crown Jewel. With sweeping panoramic ocean and whitewater views, this breathtaking coastal paradise is a testament to luxury and elegance.

Perched on a private cul-de-sac, this Santa Barbara-inspired 5-bedroom plus casita, 5.5 bath home, spans almost 4,500 square feet and sits on nearly 1 acre, and offers impeccable living spaces, with every corner radiating functionality and sophistication.

A private courtyard adorned with exquisite tile and stonework welcomes you. Step through the grand entryway into the captivating open-concept living space, where vaulted ceilings with custom wood beams and the warmth of four distinct fireplaces set the tone. Revel in the expansive living area, bathed in natural light from the generous windows doors throughout, or find solace in the family room, complete with a cozy fireplace and views out to the pool and expansive backyard.

The state-of-the-art chef’s kitchen is a dream, with its pro-level appliances, including a Wolf double oven and Subzero refrigerator. The heart of the home, it seamlessly blends functionality with luxury. Adjacent, the formal dining room beckons, with the fresh coastal breeze, ensuring every meal is an experience of connection to the outside.

Make your way to the private quarters, where each of the five bedrooms offers its own unique charm, all complemented by beautifully remodeled bathrooms. The primary suite is a haven, boasting a spa-inspired bathroom with opulent onyx finishes and a spacious steam shower, and direct access to a private terrace where you can take in the beautiful views.

Venture outdoors to the resort-style backyard, a realm of entertainment. From the saltwater pool to the vast cabana seating area with a fireplace and TV, it's an entertainer's paradise.

Witness the sunset from the private cabana, surrounded by lush landscaping and a variety of fruit trees. And with its proximity to fine dining, shopping, and a world-class golf course, the Crown Jewel of Monarch Bay Terrace offers an unparalleled living experience.

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The Beautiful $160 Million Oceanfront Santa Barbara Estate

OOne of the largest and most expensive properties in California has just listed for a jaw-dropping $160 million. Dubbed the Sanctuary, the offering is made up of five individual land parcels and has two separate 8,000-square-foot homes.

It’s being shopped by Bruce Kovner, a hedge funder and philanthropist who bought a few acres of land in the area in 2007 and has been slowly assembling the now-22-acre property ever since. He’s spent about $110 million on these acquisitions, according to The Wall Street Journal. The process took around 14 years.

One of the estate’s biggest advantages is its location, as it’s situated right on the Santa Barbara coast with spectacular views of the water and the surrounding mountains. Big, open windows throughout both of the homes (plus the guest house) take full advantage of these vistas.

Outside there’s a pool and adjoining cabana, plus a rose garden and a citrus grove. All of the disparate land parcels are connected by a road, and there’s private beach access as well.

But one of the biggest perks of the Sanctuary isn’t so much what is on the property, but what isn’t. Three out of the five land parcels are largely undeveloped, and the future owner can build additional homes there—or add even more rose gardens, if that’s their thing.

Those who don’t want to totally splurge can break the property up too. One of the homes can be bought separately for $80 million; you’ll even get 10 acres of land with purchase.

If it does sell close to asking, it will be one of the priciest transactions in California (and the larger US) ever. The only one that’s higher is Jeff Bezos’s purchase of the Warner Estate for $165 million last year.

So why is Kovner parting with it? He and his wife are spending more and more time on the East Coast, which means their California digs have been largely vacant as of late. It’s hard to argue with all of the work they put into assembling the place, though, and there’s still plenty that you can add to the property, should you snap it up.

By Helena Madden.

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♢ 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗼 𝗧𝗶𝗽:⠀ ⠀ Stay at Montecito’s Four Seasons Biltmore to get access to the members-only club, Coral Casino. This uber-exclusive social club is accessible only to those who can afford the $300,000 initiation fee… and to the guests of the Four Seasons Santa Barbara.⠀ ⠀ Not only do guests of the @fssantabarbara get to use Coral Casino’s impressive Olympic-size lap pool, fitness center and get premier access to Butterfly Beach, but they’ll also gain entrance to Tyde’s Restaurant, which arguably has the best dinner views in all of Santa Barbara and Montecito. And better yet: you’ll also get to spend the evening in their stunning Coral Reef Bar (which is a 275 gallon saltwater fish tank cocktail bar), which is one of the most chic places to enjoy an adult beverage while watching those stunning Santa Barbara sunsets.⠀ ⠀ #staycation #santabarbara #protip #traveltips #weekendinsantabarbara #sb #montecito #traveltosantabarbara #traveltosb #wheretostayinsantabarbara #fourseasons #fourseasonsbiltmore #fourseasonssantabarbara #fssantabarbara #coralcasino #coralcasinobeachclub #travel #weekendtripsfromla #losangelesweekendtravel #travelandlife #travelblog #travelbloggers #traveldiary #traveljournal #wheretogonext #mytravelgram #travellifestyle (at Coral Casino Beach and Cabana Club) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEmVurmhTni/?igshid=pw8kv6m7g7wa

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Entire house | 12 guests · 7 bedrooms · 9 beds · 4 baths |📱DM for more information such as pricing or availability! | This property invites guests to enjoy the ultimate California lifestyle. Tucked behind private gates and surrounded by trees (los arboles), this comfortable property has it all! A Main Residence, detached Guest House, and Pool Cabana, all center around the sparkling pool and accessible grounds. And remember, this is Santa Barbara, so a trip to the beach is a must. Hop on the scenic Hwy 154 (San Marcos Pass) and head up to Santa Ynez Valley for some wine tasting or to stroll the streets of Solvang to enjoy a true Danish experience. Downtown Santa Barbara is a quick 10-minute drive. Want for information on this Airbnb? 📱 DM us or ✉️nearbyairbnb@gmail.com✉️ (at Santa Barbara, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAmay3cH7kH/?igshid=13gabudhwdemy

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Ellen DeGeneres takes a $27 million trip to Bali by way of Montecito

As we’ve previously discussed on several (many) occasions, Ellen DeGeneres has apparently made it her life’s mission to keep real estate agents in the black — and to own every fancy property from San Pedro to Santa Barbara. You see, our Ms. DeGeneres has an unrequited, well-documented, bonafide real estate obsession. It’s true. Yolanda knows nobody — famous or not — who changes their address more frequently than this lady. By our tally, she bought and/or sold seven different properties in 2018 alone.

Well, at least she’s got good taste. Though we’re not even a full month into 2019, Ms. DeGeneres (and her longtime wife Portia de Rossi) are not resting on their luxury real estate laurels. Records confirm that the couple have just paid a whopping $27,000,000 for a Balinese-influenced bauble tucked into the hills at the far eastern end of tony Montecito.

Despite the big sale price, it appears as though Ms. DeGeneres actually got a deal here — depending on how one looks at it. The property was originally listed for $40 million a year ago before being price-chopped down to its final ask: an even-steven $35 million.

Built in 2011, the structure was custom-designed for a woman from Seattle named Marsha Stroum Glazer. Our Mrs. Glazer — her father was the late entrepreneur Sam Stroum, her sister a former US Ambassador under President Obama — and her husband Jay are renowned art patrons, frequently ranked among the world’s top 200 collectors (according to ARTnews).

Mrs. Glazer made big headlines back in 2005, when she loaned a portion of her “priceless” collection — with pieces by name-brand artists like Picasso, Roy Lichtenstein, Jasper Johns, David Hockney and Jackson Pollock — to UCSB for temporary display. The university had to implement stringent new security precautions — armed guards, video cameras, elaborate motion detection systems — just to accommodate Mrs. Glazer’s mind-blowing haul. But we digress.

The 8.24-acre property is wondrously private, the house tucked behind a long, winding driveway and invisible from the street out front. On first approach, the structure appears to have a mini-pagoda retro sorta-theme, but that notion is quickly dispelled by the entryway: the glassy walls reveal the home’s innards — clearly, this is a contemporary with traditional East Asian accents, not the other way ’round.

Contained within these walls are 5 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, and a mansion-sized 8,188-square-feet of living space. The place appears to have been designed on a limitless budget — which it probably was — with numerous exotic features like bamboo ceilings, flamed black limestone, and distressed oak floors.

The enormous great room contains disappearing walls of glass — on the southern side — to allow easy access to the veranda, with its firepit and al fresco dining area. Below that are acres of expansive lawn and gardens, with skyline views framing the Pacific Ocean.

And yes, this property is a true compound — in addition to the main residence, there’s a guesthouse with two en-suite bedrooms and a kitchen, a detached office, plus a private cabana tucked away by the pool and complete with gym and changing facilities.

Speaking of the pool, it’s a one-of-a-kind basalt pebble infinity number that looks to be a real engineering marvel — just gaze at it thrusting out over the deep blue sea. Wow! Ms. DeGeneres, if you ever need a house-sitter, please give us a ring.

Naturally the entire property is verdantly landscaped with formal gardens and exotic tropical plantings. According to the listing, also included on the estate is a second parcel — “an attached lot” — that offers a “perfect” building site. Perhaps Ms. DeGeneres will construct a spec-mansion there. Or potentially expand the current estate with yet another ancillary structure.

Ms. DeGeneres is a longtime fan of Santa Barbara County, and her new $27 million compound happens to be almost directly directly across the street from another property she owns — a far more modest equestrian ranch that she bought last year (2018) for $6,700,000.

Ellen’s $6.7 million ranch/farmhouse

And just down the hill from those two estates is the lady’s third Santa Barbara-area home — an $18.6 million contemporary showpiece set right on the Carpinteria sand.

The $18.6 million beach house, Carpinteria

In addition to those residences up north, Ms. DeGeneres and Ms. de Rossi also keep an in-town LA home, a $15 million mid-century modern residence deep within the 90210’s coveted Trousdale Estates enclave.

The $15 million Trousdale spread

Originally built in 1962 by celebrated architect John Elgin Woolf, the single story Beverly Hills casa was revamped in 2017 by noted design firm Marmol Radziner. 

2018 was a banner year for Ms. DeGeneres’s real estate ventures — she sold another Montecito spread for $34 million to Netflix bigwig Ted Sarandos and got $35 million cash from billionaire divorcee Sue Gross in Beverly Hills.

Let’s see if she can top those big deals in 2019, shall we?

Listing agents: Ivor Miskulin & Suzanne Perkins, Compass Ellen DeGeneres’s agent: Suzanne Perkins, Compass

Source: https://www.yolandaslittleblackbook.com/blog/2019/01/29/ellen-degeneres-montecito-balinese-compound/

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Lead Edge Capital’s Mitchell Green drops $16 million in Montecito

Don’t call us jet setters — the truth is far, far from that — but we’ve done a small patch of traveling in our time. Despite the allure of more exotic locales, one of our favorite earthly destinations remains the quaint seaside town of Montecito (CA). For any geographically-challenged readers, Montecito is located immediately next door to the equally charming town of Santa Barbara and is about two hours (by car) due northwest of downtown Los Angeles.

With its near-perfect Mediterranean climate and lovely old-world architecture, Montecito makes an ideal vacay getaway. Pop into the many cute shops on Coast Village Road before lunching on steak at Lucky’s or savorin’ sushi at Sakana. Afterwards, grab a drink (or two) at the Honor Bar before embarking on any neighborhood sightseeing. Make sure to hire a designated driver, of course.

Though it’s every bit as expensive as oceanfront cities down south — Malibu and Newport Beach, for example — the vibe in Montecito is significantly different. The homes are more private and set on bigger lots, and the locals significantly less flashy with their wealth. Montecito has also developed a rep as a haven for rich retirees, a population significantly older than folks who crowd those other rich beachy locales.

Yet that old-money Montecito demographic is changing, and younger peeps are now learning to appreciate the area’s hidden charms. Tinder co-founder Sean Rad — he’s in his early 30s — recently paid Ellen DeGeneres $11 million for a rather amazing old ranch. And cosmetics queen Jamie Kern Lima threw down a shocking $35 million just after her 40th birthday. Gwyneth Paltrow is building a big new Montecito house, Ashton Kutcher & Mila Kunis reside just south of town, and we’ve now heard from two different Montecito locals that betrothed actors Eva Mendes & Ryan Gosling have also been house-hunting in the neighborhood.

And as yet another signal of Montecito’s newfound allure for the wealthy young, a glamorous estate up yonder recently sold for $15,850,000. The buyers, we discovered, are a married couple named Mitchell and Lisa Green, both of whom are still in their 30s.

Mitchell Green

Our venture capitalist Mr. Green is a graduate of Wharton — one of the world’s most prestigious b-schools — and is the founder of Lead Edge Capital. Lead Edge, which is headquartered in NYC and has approximately $1.5 billion in assets under management, made its mark investing in startups and growth-stage companies, particularly those in the tech sector. Uber, Alibaba, and Spotify have all benefited from Lead Edge backing, and investors in Mr. Green’s fund have all reaped mega-bucks as the valuations of those firms have soared.

In less than a decade, Mr. Green’s firm has attracted investments from sharks such as Anne Mulcahy, the former chairman and CEO of Xerox; Alison Rosenthal, the former head of mobile at Facebook; Nigel Morris, the cofounder of Capital One; GitHub CEO Nat Friedman; and David Pottruck, the former CEO of Charles Schwab. Helping Mr. Green make those vital connections stemmed — at least partly — from his finance background: he started as an analyst for UBS directly after college, later migrating to Bessemer Venture Partners before earning his MBA while simultaneously working at a Julian Robertson-helmed hedge fund.

And Mr. Green, apparently, was not just twiddlin’ his thumbs while toilin’ away in some dark office — he was out networking and forging connections with industry heavy hitters. But of course, we digress.

The done-done-done Montecito estate home chosen by Mr. and Mrs. Green was originally built in 1996 and last sold in early 2015 for exactly $15 million to Edward & Shari Glazer. Oddly enough, Mr. and Mrs. Glazer — he’s the heir to a billion-dollar conglomerate — almost immediately proceeded to pay another $21,500,000 for the even larger and more lavish estate next door.

We’re not really sure why Mr. and Mrs. Glazer wanted two massive tennis court compounds in Montecito, but the smaller spread was back on the market by summer 2016. Even after an extensive renovation, however, it would be two full years before the home was picked up by the Greens. Given that the property went for less than $16 million and the Glazers spent loads of money upgrading and maintaining the premises — not to mention the cost of taxes and realtor fees — it seems likely they lost some change on this transaction.

Anyway, the 3.6-acre spread is set well back from the main road, down a private road that ends at towering metal gates. From there, the home’s driveway swoops awestruck guests past the tennis court and vast lawns, culminating in a circular motorcourt (ringed by mature date palms) outside the Mediterranean-themed mansion.

The front door opens to a double-height foyer with sightlines through the Palladian-ish windows to the Pacific Ocean by the horizons. Interiors here are done up in a chic and comfortable (if slightly generic) manner with a neutral color scheme. Most of the formal rooms have fireplaces, and all sport oversized windows and glassy doors designed to draw in the SoCal sunlight.

The kitchen is outfitted with a blazingly expensive SubZero fridge (seriously, that thing can cost more than a new Camry), and all the other appliances are equally swanky, too. We’re sure the housekeeper and/or chef will appreciate that. But more importantly (at least to the homeowners) is a delightful outdoor dining area with ocean and backyard views.

The 10,112-square-foot main house includes 5 spacious bedrooms and 8 baths. As y’all should expect, there’s a sitting area and a fireplace in the master suite. French doors and a private balcony accentuate the head-on ocean views. Somewhere also inside there’s an attic that’s been converted into a media/games room.

Out back, hidden from the pool/tennis court areas behind tall hedges and trees, is a discreet guest house that’s perfect for a live-in groundskeeper (which an estate of this magnitude probably requires).

Though the home’s interiors are perfectly nice and luxurious, the real star of this show is the backyard. We counted at least three formal fountains, exquisite formal rose gardens, and numerous sculpted hedges that ring the entire estate. Plus there’s a pool area with an adjacent cabana and 360-degree views of the ocean, surrounding treetops, and the fire-ravaged mountains.

Mr. & Mrs. Green are still (relatively) young, but this ain’t their first time on the Montecito real estate rodeo. Back in 2015, they paid just over $8.1 million for a “starter” estate that’s only a quick skip away from the new house. Since August (2018), their starter home has been listed for sale with a $10,250,000 asking price.

As y’all can see, the Greens clearly go in for a specific type of house. Their old place is basically a smaller version of the new $16 million estate — it’s got a similar Mediterranean-style main structure with clean-lined, contemporary interiors. There’s a long driveway that leads past formal lawns and the pool area before ending at a motorcourt, and there’s also a guesthouse. Heck, the place even has nearly-identical walkway stairs lined by formal rose gardens.

The Greens have established themselves as noted philanthropists in the Santa Barbara area and will be hosting their annual Halloween charity gala next week. For any Montecito locals, tickets are still available for the spooky bash, which Yolanda assumes will be hosted at their new estate. And if y’all like the look of their old house and have the necessary funds, do let Mr. and Mrs. Green know. We’re sure they’d be happy to give you a private tour of the premises.

Listing agents: Riskin Partners, Village Properties Mitchell Green’s agents: MK Properties, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Source: http://www.yolandaslittleblackbook.com/blog/2018/10/21/mitchell-green-santa-barbara-home/

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Trailer (Vertical) | A Coastal Paradise: The Crown Jewel of Monarch Bay Terrace | Mediterranean Dr, Dana Point, CA from Video Sells Real Estate on Vimeo.

VideoSellsRealEstate.com Nestled in the heart of Monarch Bay Terrace, just steps from renowned beaches, stands the unparalleled Crown Jewel. With sweeping panoramic ocean and whitewater views, this breathtaking coastal paradise is a testament to luxury and elegance.

Perched on a private cul-de-sac, this Santa Barbara-inspired 5-bedroom plus casita, 5.5 bath home, spans almost 4,500 square feet and sits on nearly 1 acre, and offers impeccable living spaces, with every corner radiating functionality and sophistication.

A private courtyard adorned with exquisite tile and stonework welcomes you. Step through the grand entryway into the captivating open-concept living space, where vaulted ceilings with custom wood beams and the warmth of four distinct fireplaces set the tone. Revel in the expansive living area, bathed in natural light from the generous windows doors throughout, or find solace in the family room, complete with a cozy fireplace and views out to the pool and expansive backyard.

The state-of-the-art chef’s kitchen is a dream, with its pro-level appliances, including a Wolf double oven and Subzero refrigerator. The heart of the home, it seamlessly blends functionality with luxury. Adjacent, the formal dining room beckons, with the fresh coastal breeze, ensuring every meal is an experience of connection to the outside.

Make your way to the private quarters, where each of the five bedrooms offers its own unique charm, all complemented by beautifully remodeled bathrooms. The primary suite is a haven, boasting a spa-inspired bathroom with opulent onyx finishes and a spacious steam shower, and direct access to a private terrace where you can take in the beautiful views.

Venture outdoors to the resort-style backyard, a realm of entertainment. From the saltwater pool to the vast cabana seating area with a fireplace and TV, it's an entertainer's paradise.

Witness the sunset from the private cabana, surrounded by lush landscaping and a variety of fruit trees. And with its proximity to fine dining, shopping, and a world-class golf course, the Crown Jewel of Monarch Bay Terrace offers an unparalleled living experience.

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Ellen DeGeneres takes a $27 million trip to Bali by way of Montecito

As we’ve previously discussed on several (many) occasions, Ellen DeGeneres has apparently made it her life’s mission to keep real estate agents in the black — and to own every fancy property from San Pedro to Santa Barbara. You see, our Ms. DeGeneres has an unrequited, well-documented, bonafide real estate obsession. It’s true. Yolanda knows nobody — famous or not — who changes their address more frequently than this lady. By our tally, she bought and/or sold seven different properties in 2018 alone.

Well, at least she’s got good taste. Though we’re not even a full month into 2019, Ms. DeGeneres (and her longtime wife Portia de Rossi) are not resting on their luxury real estate laurels. Records confirm that the couple have just paid a whopping $27,000,000 for a Balinese-influenced bauble tucked into the hills at the far eastern end of tony Montecito.

Despite the big sale price, it appears as though Ms. DeGeneres actually got a deal here — depending on how one looks at it. The property was originally listed for $40 million a year ago before being price-chopped down to its final ask: an even-steven $35 million.

Built in 2011, the structure was custom-designed for a woman from Seattle named Marsha Stroum Glazer. Our Mrs. Glazer — her father was the late entrepreneur Sam Stroum, her sister a former US Ambassador under President Obama — and her husband Jay are renowned art patrons, frequently ranked among the world’s top 200 collectors (according to ARTnews).

Mrs. Glazer made big headlines back in 2005, when she loaned a portion of her “priceless” collection — with pieces by name-brand artists like Picasso, Roy Lichtenstein, Jasper Johns, David Hockney and Jackson Pollock — to UCSB for temporary display. The university had to implement stringent new security precautions — armed guards, video cameras, elaborate motion detection systems — just to accommodate Mrs. Glazer’s mind-blowing haul. But we digress.

The 8.24-acre property is wondrously private, the house tucked behind a long, winding driveway and invisible from the street out front. On first approach, the structure appears to have a mini-pagoda retro sorta-theme, but that notion is quickly dispelled by the entryway: the glassy walls reveal the home’s innards — clearly, this is a contemporary with traditional East Asian accents, not the other way ’round.

Contained within these walls are 5 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, and a mansion-sized 8,188-square-feet of living space. The place appears to have been designed on a limitless budget — which it probably was — with numerous exotic features like bamboo ceilings, flamed black limestone, and distressed oak floors.

The enormous great room contains disappearing walls of glass — on the southern side — to allow easy access to the veranda, with its firepit and al fresco dining area. Below that are acres of expansive lawn and gardens, with skyline views framing the Pacific Ocean.

And yes, this property is a true compound — in addition to the main residence, there’s a guesthouse with two en-suite bedrooms and a kitchen, a detached office, plus a private cabana tucked away by the pool and complete with gym and changing facilities.

Speaking of the pool, it’s a one-of-a-kind basalt pebble infinity number that looks to be a real engineering marvel — just gaze at it thrusting out over the deep blue sea. Wow! Ms. DeGeneres, if you ever need a house-sitter, please give us a ring.

Naturally the entire property is verdantly landscaped with formal gardens and exotic tropical plantings. According to the listing, also included on the estate is a second parcel — “an attached lot” — that offers a “perfect” building site. Perhaps Ms. DeGeneres will construct a spec-mansion there. Or potentially expand the current estate with yet another ancillary structure.

Ms. DeGeneres is a longtime fan of Santa Barbara County, and her new $27 million compound happens to be almost directly directly across the street from another property she owns — a far more modest equestrian ranch that she bought last year (2018) for $6,700,000.

Ellen’s $6.7 million ranch/farmhouse

And just down the hill from those two estates is the lady’s third Santa Barbara-area home — an $18.6 million contemporary showpiece set right on the Carpinteria sand.

The $18.6 million beach house, Carpinteria

In addition to those residences up north, Ms. DeGeneres and Ms. de Rossi also keep an in-town LA home, a $15 million mid-century modern residence deep within the 90210’s coveted Trousdale Estates enclave.

The $15 million Trousdale spread

Originally built in 1962 by celebrated architect John Elgin Woolf, the single story Beverly Hills casa was revamped in 2017 by noted design firm Marmol Radziner. 

2018 was a banner year for Ms. DeGeneres’s real estate ventures — she sold another Montecito spread for $34 million to Netflix bigwig Ted Sarandos and got $35 million cash from billionaire divorcee Sue Gross in Beverly Hills.

Let’s see if she can top those big deals in 2019, shall we?

Listing agents: Ivor Miskulin & Suzanne Perkins, Compass Ellen DeGeneres’s agent: Suzanne Perkins, Compass

Source: https://www.yolandaslittleblackbook.com/blog/2019/01/29/ellen-degeneres-montecito-balinese-compound/

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Where to Drink and Dine Poolside in NYC

While beach eats have improved exponentially in recent years, so too have the offerings at the city’s numerous, high-end hotel pools, multiple stories above the city.  So if you’re looking to stretch out on a chaise surrounded by skyline, you might as well visit a spot that’s put actual effort into their food and drink program — by installing an ambitious coastal Mexican grill (Hotel Americano in Chelsea), and hiring elite chefs like Andrew Carmellini (Brooklyn’s the William Vale).

The William Vale

111 N 12th St Williamsburg,New York 11249

(718) 307-7100

Andrew Carmellini and the NoHo Hospitality Group oversee all the food and drink offerings at Williamsburg’s East River-abutting, modernist hotel; an even more appealing feature than the 60-foot long pool itself (i.e., the longest outdoor pool in NYC).  Which means, you’ll likely spend more time lounging outside the water than doing laps, thanks to Baby Gem Caesar Salads, Grilled Chicken Sandwiches with harissa and gruyere, Aperol Spritzes and Southside Fizzes, made with vodka, mint, seltzer and lime.

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The Pool

99 E.52nd St Midtown East,New York 10022

(212) 375-9001

So, you definitely don’t want to make the faux pas of wearing a swimsuit to this super chic, in demand Pool.  Though technically, there is a tiled body of water anchoring the center of the opulent, newly revived, Major Food Group-fronted restaurant in the Seagram Building (née The Four Seasons) and it does boast pretty much the very best food you’re likely to find poolside.  Think Caviar service, Foie Gras “ribbons,” Whole Fish, Surf and Turf, Octopus a la Plancha and Santa Barbara sea urchin toast.

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Hotel Americano

518 W 27th St Chelsea,New York 10001

(212) 216-0000

The Mexico-based, internationally-branded Grupo Habita is behind this boutique hotel, located steps away from the Highline.  It also notably features an open-to-the-public pool (flanked by daybeds overlooking the Hudson River) and a coastal, adjunct Mexican grill, which far exceeds the hummus and guacamole offerings of similar rooftop destinations, with thoughtful fare like Jersey Corn Elotes, Duck Carnitas Tacos, Grilled 60-Day Aged Rib Eye Cap (prepared on the parilla and served with fresh tortillas), as well as agua frescas and paletas.

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1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge

60 Furman St DUMBO,New York 11201

(347) 696-2500

Stop by on weekends for the Adult Summer Pool Parties at this DUMBO newcomer, which rocks a boomerang-shaped plunge pool, peeping out at NYC’s most iconic landmarks (the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge), and drinks and eats from Michael Oliver — an Andrew Carmellini protégé — including Whipped Ricotta and Market Tomatoes on focaccia, Fried Mochi Bites with tofu dressing, and “Heatstroke” cocktails, made with Avion Blanco, mezcal, pineapple and lime.

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Beach at Dream Downtown

355 W 16th Street Meatpacking District,New York 10011

(212) 229-2559

An indoor/outdoor café surrounds the glass-bottom pool, sand beach, private cabanas and chaise lounges at this swank Chelsea hotel (all of which non-guests can access with $65 day passes), serving pan-Latin bites like Baja Fish Tacos, Bodega Egg Sandwiches, Yucca Fries and Shrimp Ceviche.

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Gansevoort Park

420 Park Ave S Flatiron District,New York 10016

(212) 317-2900

Though one of NYC’s few roof-situated pools that is heated year round (fixed with a collapsible garage door between the indoor and outdoor spaces), there’s no better time to chill deckside at this luxe Nomad fantasia, with a dead-on view of the Empire State Building, and a café menu comprised of Lobster Rolls, Kobe Beef Corn Dogs and tabbouleh topped with Grilled Lamb Lollipops.

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Hotel Indigo

171 Ludlow St Lower East Side,New York 10002

(212) 237-1776

Gerber Group’s rooftop pool and bar rocks a hip background tableau of the Lower East Side, along with laid back eats like Pat LaFrieda Beef Sliders, Tuna Tartare with taro chips, and Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwiches with kohlrabi slaw, and specialty cocktails such as Coffee Old Fashioneds, Cliquot Spritzes (fizzy with Veuve Cliquot champagne), and signature, punch-style Mr. Purple’s, made with tequila, cranberry liqueur, apple, lemon and allspice dram.

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Mandarin Oriental

Upper West Side,New York 10023

(212) 805-8800

Being right by Central Park is already a tremendous draw for tourists looking for home base in Manhattan, but locals will undoubtedly start to flock to Columbus Circle’s Mandarin Oriental in droves.  Yes, the 75-foot lap pool is nice, located high up enough in the hotel that swimmers can look out onto the Hudson River, but Grant Achatz’s newly minted, first NYC residency is an unprecedented amenity; just be sure to towel off before visiting The Office (which offers pours from exceedingly rare bottles, and small plates such as Prime Ribeye Tartare), or the ultra-modern The Aviary, known for specializing in frozen balls of whiskey released with a harpoon.

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