4295 Marina Drive, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110
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Privately set on a sprawling 3.3-acre parcel against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean lies 4295 Marina Drive -- a legacy estate that exudes the style, charm, and understated elegance that define Santa Barbara coastal living. Featuring rare, deeded private beach access via newly constructed beach stairs, this Hope Ranch property delivers something almost impossible to find on the California coast: your own direct path from the bluff to the sand. Unrivaled, unobstructed ocean views complete a setting that is as exclusive as it is breathtaking. A classic single-level Spanish adobe, the main house is the definition of quiet luxury -- comprising 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an updated kitchen, and bi-fold doors that create seamless indoor/outdoor flow. The spacious primary suite is oriented toward the sea, framing staggering views of the Channel Islands. The compound is further distinguished by a charming two-bedroom guest casita and an inviting one-bedroom pool house and game room, ensuring abundant space for entertaining family and friends. Above the oversized two-car garage, a dedicated home office captures the same stunning vistas, offering an inspiring environment for focused work. Exceptional amenities abound, including a sparkling pool and spa, a tennis/sports court, a delightful chicken coop, flourishing fruit trees, and thoughtfully designed gardens that create a true outdoor oasis. Soaring hedges on every side preserve the ultimate in privacy, appealing to the most discerning of buyers. Situated in the esteemed Hope Ranch community, this residence grants privileged access to Santa Barbara's finest offerings -- including the exclusive Hope Ranch beach, a scenic network of walking and equestrian trails, and the vibrant heart of the city just moments away. But it is the property's own deeded private beach access, newly reimagined with custom-built stairs descending directly to the shore, that sets 4295 Marina Drive apart. Iconic and timeless, this is a rare opportunity to own a cherished piece of the California coastline -- an estate for the generations.