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Torre Linda - Paradise Retreats

The cypress lined 200-yard sweeping driveway leading up to Torre Linda is dotted with century-old oaks and a California citrus orchard. After passing through the sandstone columns & solid iron gates, you arrive at the crown of this 7-acre beauty of a wedding venue. It is abundantly clear that the breathtaking coastal & mountain views are the reason the estate was placed on this very spot.

Rich in history, Torre Linda’s story begins in 1924. In that year, the well-known David Gray Sr., a philanthropist and builder, constructed the massive concrete water tower which predates the 1931 construction of the existing main house. The water tower was originally used as a reservoir serving Gray's nearby Graholm estate. Grayholm is presently the home of the world-renowned Brooks Institute of Photography. In 1931, the creation of the main house achieved a perfect blend of Monterey Colonial, Spanish Colonial Revival and early nineteenth-century Adobe architecture.

Today, Torre Linda, Spanish for "pretty tower", has been thoughtfully and carefully remodeled to maintain its historical status, while preserving the most spectacular ocean and mountain views in all of Montecito. The original 45-foot water tower itself has been transformed into a whimsical retreat that sleeps two guests, with 360 degree views. The beautiful tower and exquisite views make for a timelessly romantic wedding location.

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