IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser.

Be in awe of your surroundings at this California home! See inside

This spacious seaside Santa Barbara home has floor to ceiling windows and is filled, allowing you take in your surroundings.
/ Source: Zillow

Upping the ante for what it means to remain in awe of your surroundings, this palatial Santa Barbara estate provides an ethereal residence where nature serves as the ongoing inspiration.

Seaside mansion in California
DCIM\798GOPROKristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California

Previously owned by Fred Kavli, the late philanthropist, famed physicist and creator of the Kavli Foundation— a close rival to the Nobel prize, the home is filled with mahogany wood trim, sweeping open spaces, epic windows and tremendous volume, leaving it open without feeling hallow.

Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of Zillow
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California

Every aspect of the design demonstrates tasteful elegance without distracting from the natural surrounding beauty.

Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson. / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California

There are many opportunities to take in the grounds and to meditate with the help of water views, whale spotting and memorable sunsets.

Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California

The six-bedroom, nine-bathroom estate spans 11,574 square feet and features a master bedroom with arched ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, a direct view of the ocean and a marble fireplace.

Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of Zillow

With three waterfront patios, plus tennis courts and a swimming pool, luxury abounds at a price of $21 million.

Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California

Even with panoramic water and mountain views from several rooms in the home, nothing tops the private steps leading directly to the beach.

Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California

The mansion which once served as gathering place for the world's brightest minds and boasts a stunning library-music room and an office with an unrivaled view.

Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California
Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California

The listing agent is Adrienne Schuele of COMPASS California.

Seaside mansion in California
Kristen Renee/Scott Gibson / Courtesy of COMPASS California

Related: