In Santa Barbara, a $5M Floating Home Is Looking for Its Next Captain
Built by a father and son duo over the course of four years, the two-story nautical dwelling features handcrafted carpentry and a covered deck.
Location: Santa Barbara Harbor, Marina 3C, Slip ST-13, Santa Barbara, California
Price: $4,900,000
Footprint: 1,290 square feet (two bedrooms, one bath)
From the Agent: "This floating home, dubbed the Thomas Jefferson, is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece designed and rebuilt by a father (engineer) and son (carpenter) over a period of four years. As the Municipal Code has imposed restrictions on similar structures, it emphasizes the inherent value, exclusivity, and rarity of this floating home. Notable features include: quarter- and rift-sawn white oak floors and staircase; pops of burl wood, mahogany, brass, and wool; and marble countertops with two integrated sinks. Between the tint on the glazing and numerous interior lighting options, it’s easy to remain invisible indoors; keeping the inside in and the outside out. Nothing compares."
Kurt Jordan Photo for Sotheby's International Realty
With its sleek, wood-clad exterior and two-story structure, the floating residence is easy to spot near the edge of the marina.
Photo by Roy Hathon for Sotheby’s International Realty
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Photo by Roy Hathon for Sotheby’s International Realty
In addition to handcrafted cabinetry, the bright and airy kitchen features a U-shaped countertop and a built-in bench.
Photo by Roy Hathon for Sotheby’s International Realty
Photo by Roy Hathon for Sotheby’s International Realty
A white-oak staircase connects the main living areas with the bedroom on the upper level.
Photo by Roy Hathon for Sotheby’s International Realty
Photo by Roy Hathon for Sotheby’s International Realty
A window above the shower fills the bathroom with ample natural light.
Photo by Roy Hathon for Sotheby’s International Realty
Photo by Roy Hathon for Sotheby’s International Realty
"The deck offers views for miles, illustrating the exquisite stillness of the ocean while also underscoring a profound connection to nature and the elements," notes the agent.
Photo by Roy Hathon for Sotheby’s International Realty
Photo by Roy Hathon for Sotheby’s International Realty
The Thomas Jefferson, located at Santa Barbara Harbor, Marina 3C, Slip ST-13 in Santa Barbara, California, is currently listed for $4,900,000 by Patricia Ruben of Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage.
*Main exterior image by Kurt Jordan Photo for Sotheby's International Realty.
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