779 Ayala Lane, MONTECITO, CA 93108 (MLS# 26-3075)

779 Ayala Lane, MONTECITO, CA 93108

New Listing

$29,950,000

Property Type: Res Bedrooms: 8 Baths: 10 Square Footage: 9,518 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 69,260 Status: Active

Current Price: $29,950,000 List Date: 9/14/2026 Last Modified: 9/14/2026

Overview

Description

Ravenscroft, one of George Washington Smith's most fabled estates, is a masterwork of 1920s Spanish Revival architecture. Commissioned by the incomparable Peggy Ravenscroft, this enchanting 1.59-acre Montecito villa blends theatricality and elegance with timeless grandeur. From the 52-foot stage-inspired living room to lush gardens, a guest house, wine cellar, pool, tennis court, and hidden surprises, Ravenscroft is an architectural legacy reimagined for modern life. Painstakingly restored and richly layered in history, this landmark estate is ready to write its next chapter.

Listing Details MLS# 26-3075

Location Info

District: 10 - MONTECITO
Street #: 779
Street Name: Ayala
Street Suffix: Lane
State: CA
Country: US
Postal Code: 93108
Compass Map: Santa Barbara
Map Grid: R10
County: Santa Barbara
Parcel Nbr: 013-220-011
Cross Street: Ashley Road

Contract Info

Price: 29950000
Seller Consider Concessions: Yes
Affordable Housing: No
Begin Date: 2026-09-14

Property Information

TYP: Home/Estate
Total Bedrooms: 8
Total Bathrooms: 10
Total Full Baths: 9
Total Half Baths: Yes
Year Built: 1922
Total SqFt.: 9518
Source: Other/See Remarks
Main House SqFt: 7254
Other Structures SqFt: 2264
Apx # Acres: 1.59
ADU: No
Recurring Fees: No

Remarks

Directions: From Sycamore Canyon Rd, turn right on Ashley Road. Continue to Ayala Lane.
Hot Sheet Comment: new

Owner Info

Deposit: 3
Deposit Type: %
COE: ASAP

More Information

Property Features

Condition: Excellent Style: Mediterranean; Spanish; Estate Construction: Two Story Roof: Tile Foundation: Raised Exterior: Stucco Fencing: Fenced: ALL Other Buildings: Other View: Mountain(s); Setting Rooms: Other Dining: Formal Amenities: Gas/Electric/Diesel Generator; Guest House; Guest Quarters; Remodeled Bath; Remodeled Kitchen; Sound System Appliances Included: Built-In Gas Range; Water Purifier Owned; Dishwasher; Double Oven; Refrigerator; Rev Osmosis Fireplace(s): 2+; LR; Patio Cooling: Central Air Heating: Forced Air; Radiant Floor Pets: Yes Pool Features: Pool Zoning: R-1 Terms: Cash; Conventional

Listing Office: Village Properties

Last Updated: September - 14 - 2026

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