6820 Shepard Mesa Rd

At the top of an oak-lined lane rests this private contemporary retreat. A custom manzanita wood door opens to reveal a two-story wall of glass framing dramatic ocean, island, sunset & valley views. Airy public spaces & an open floor plan create a tranquil environment. Vistas from most rooms of the home. LR & adjoining FR boast 2 fireplaces & built-in wet bar. Sliding glass doors lead to a wrap-around view terrace situated above the treetops. The chef's kitchen features high-end appliances, gorgeous cabinetry, a breakfast bar, & an informal dining area. Large master bedroom replete w/ views, sliding glass doors to the terrace, fireplace, ample walk-in closet & bathroom w/ a picture window to greenbelt vistas of the adjacent 13 acres of woodland. 2 generous upstairs guest bedrooms and bath. The garage has been repurposed into an inspired atelier w/a spiral staircase leading to a sleeping loft. Adjacent to the art studio is a second master suite with sliding doors leading to an entertainment patio w/ a millstone fountain, stacked stone walls, & lush, native landscaping. Beyond the patio is a stand-alone structure currently serving as a writer's hideaway. Separate barn/studio w/ a dedicated driveway, 4 rooms, & a carport - potential gym, yoga/meditation sanctuary, offices, storage, stables, etc. 3+ acre property replete with majestic oaks, redwoods, specimen trees, & drought tolerant landscaping. A portion of the property is fenced for pets. Zoning allows for animals such as horses, goats, chickens, etc., and is serviced by an ag water meter. Solitude, privacy, surrounded by nature, yet mere minutes from downtown Carpinteria.