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Fess Parker & Julia Child's 1934 Santa Barbara estate listed for $21.95m

A historic 3-acre Santa Barbara estate once home to actor Fess Parker and the filming location for Julia Child’s 13-episode PBS series Dinner at Julia’s is now on the market for $21.95 million. Known as Four Oaks, the 1934 property features a pool, tennis court, rose gardens, guest house and beautifully preserved architectural details.

Fess Parker & Julia Child's 1934 Santa Barbara estate listed for $21.95m

The historic Four Oaks estate in Santa Barbara, once home to actor Fess Parker and chef Julia Child, is now listed for $21.95 million. The 3-acre property, built in 1934, combines Hollywood history, culinary legacy, and classic Santa Barbara architecture. Last purchased in 2010 for $6.85 million by Karen and Jeffrey Stone, the estate has seen several notable owners, including Parker, a Disney Legend, and Child, who filmed her PBS cooking series there in 1983-84.

The five-bedroom, seven-bathroom main house features a sun-filled living room, library, chef's kitchen, and spa-like primary suite overlooking the gardens. The estate, known for its four mature trees, offers tennis courts, swimming pools, rose gardens, and expansive outdoor spaces. Currently for sale, the property appeals to those seeking the natural elegance of Hope Ranch, a coastal residential enclave with nearby beach access, tennis courts, and equestrian trails.

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