I’ve been thinking about some of the standout properties currently on the market, as well as recent sales and have noticed several of them are in Montecito’s highly sought-after gated communities. It got me reflecting on the unique blend of privacy, security, and luxury these neighborhoods provide. Whether you’re envisioning beachfront living in Sea Meadow, a golf course escape in Birnam Wood, or an estate with pickleball, tennis, and a pool in Ennisbrook, these welcoming enclaves showcase the best of Montecito. Explore a few of the top communities below.
Bonnymede, a tropical condominium complex in the lower village, offers ocean views, access to the Four Seasons and Miramar resorts, and features a tennis court and pool for residents.
Montecito Shores, adjacent to Bonnymede, offers similar stunning ocean views and proximity to world-class resorts, along with private gated access and resort-style amenities.
Sea Meadow is Montecito’s only gated beachside community, known for its unique, high-quality homes and resort-like amenities, including private beach access, a clubhouse, tennis courts, and a pool.
Birnam Wood is a premier golf course community with 142 luxurious homes, 24-hour gated security, and exceptional amenities like a clubhouse, pool, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness facilities, and bocce ball.
Ennisbrook combines nature with luxury, offering private estates on 1-3 acre lots, with community pools, tennis and pickleball courts, a clubhouse, and 18 stunning Mediterranean-style casitas.
What Happened in Montecito Last Week?
September 22nd – September 28th
4 New Listings
2 Closed Sales
1 Pending Sale
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Lowest Priced House in Montecito Union School District
539 Periwinkle Lane | $2,895,000
Step into a world of serene simplicity with this charming Moody Sisters cottage, a reimagined 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom retreat in Montecito’s sought-after Upper Village. Blending historic character with contemporary comfort, this enchanting gem is a cozy hideaway perfectly suited for relaxed, elegant living.
