Historic Spanish Villa in Santa Barbara, CA

FOUR SEASONS BILTMORE

The Historic Spanish Villa at The Biltmore offers a luxurious, secluded retreat designed for couples seeking privacy and tranquility. Nestled in a beautiful setting, it boasts panoramic views while maintaining an oasis-like poolside ambiance. The villa’s transformation from a modest structure into an opulent sanctuary preserved its original Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, blending classic charm with modern California indoor-outdoor living.

Originally completed in 1937 by renowned architect Reginald Johnson, the Spanish Villa was designed with a simpler layout compared to the adjacent Biltmore, with small guest rooms and few windows. Despite its handsome architecture, the villa was not as luxurious as its neighbor. In its recent renovation, every effort was made to elevate the property, including enlarging windows to frame stunning views of Butterfly Beach and the Channel Islands. The transformation also added a private parking area and redesigned the surrounding grounds to provide even better vistas and privacy.

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This thoughtful redesign of the Historic Spanish Villa received rare unanimous approval from the City of Santa Barbara’s Historic Landmarks Advisory Commission and the local Design Review Board. As the ultimate luxury accommodation at the Four Seasons Resort, the villa seamlessly blends historical elegance with modern comforts, making it an unparalleled destination for those seeking a romantic, private getaway.

The outdoor area of the Spanish Villa includes a newly constructed handicap-accessible pool, complete with a discreet transfer-wall that eliminates the need for a lift. The pool is part of an enclosed front garden that overlooks the ocean, providing both beauty and a natural privacy buffer. Inside, the 4,000-square-foot space was reconfigured from a collection of small rooms into a spacious, open primary suite. This suite features a luxurious spa-like master bath, including an indoor-outdoor rain shower and a custom carved-limestone tub that opens onto a private garden court.

Lot Size	3,000 SF
Project Size	3,000 SF
Location	Santa Barbara, CA
Principal	Clay Aurell, AIA
Project Manager	Maritza Best
Design Team	Josh Blumer, AIA \| Paul Rupp, AIA \| Alex Parker \| Danny Loza \| Ariel Saadat
SPA CONSULTANT	PATRELL ENGINEERING GROUP
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER	ASHLEY & VANCE ENGINEERING
CIVIL ENGINEER	ASHLEY & VANCE ENGINEERING
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER	JMPE
SURVEYOR	STANTEC
HISTORIAN	PRESERVATION PLANNING ASSOCIATES
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT	Chris Gilliand, COMMON GROUND
MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING	MEC, Inc.
PLANNING & PERMITTING CONSULTANT	SUZANNE ELLEDGE PLANNING AND PERMITTING SERVICES, INC.

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