California: Natalie Portman sells modern Santa Barbara estate

 Montecito, Santa Barbara County, California

Architects: Barton Myers Associates

Images courtesy of Trulia

>>>

Natalie Portman paid $6.5 million for a modern Barton Meyers-designed Montecito oasis on the California coast near Santa Barbara. The ocean views from this true indoor/outdoor California escape are enough to take your breath away. Built from steel, glass and concrete, the home has dramatic design elements that put the sweeping ocean views on full display.

The property is built into the side of a hill that slopes gently down to the ocean. The 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 3,991 square foot estate has sleek design elements and finishes throughout, including a state-of-the-art kitchen and spa-like bathrooms.

The back of the house has floor-to-ceiling windows with gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean. The backyard has a swimming pool, a rock garden, plenty of tree cover, and a huge entertainment area, with an outdoor fireplace, multiple patios overlooking the water, and an outdoor kitchen with the bar and dining area protected by a retractable roof.