In Santa Barbara, a $5M Floating Home Is Looking for Its Next Captain

Dwell Staff
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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.

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.
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."

With its sleek wood-clad exterior and two-story structure, the modern residence is easy to spot as it floats near the edge of the marina, surrounded by boat-bobbing neighbors.
With its sleek wood-clad exterior and two-story structure, the modern residence is easy to spot as it floats near the edge of the marina, surrounded by boat-bobbing neighbors.

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