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Listed by Mike Gilson • Engel & Volkers Carmel • 925-872-0968
$ 7,850,000
Est. payment /mo
New
55700 Highway 1 Big Sur, CA 93920
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,300 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,300 sqft
Price per Sqft $2,378
MLS Listing ID ML82066227
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1965
Lot Size 5.119 Acres
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source Datashare MLSListings
Property Description
This oceanfront 5 acre sanctuary with panoramic views is located half a mile from the renowned Esalen Institute. Set on a private forested promontory with a fresh water spring and a rare Big Sur banana belt climate, the residence recently received comprehensive updates to it's infrastructure & landscaping. Designed by architects Francis Palms & Mickey Muennig, the main house features two stories of ocean facing glass, each with it's own wood burning stone fireplace. On the upper level, the grand cupolaed living room & open kitchen & their decks all enjoy spectacular views of the Pacific. The primary suite faces a fireplace with floor to ceiling glass allowing ocean views on each side, and the radiant heated marble floor bathroom's tub looks into it's own secret garden. Also upstairs is a traditional Japanese room with it's own zen garden with Bodhi Tree, as well as a study/kids room, a 1/2 bath, and a garage with interior access into the home. The lower level features a gorgeous Meunnig designed curved desk facing fireplace and ocean atop the heated Italian stone floor set between 2 bdrms, a bath, and 4 entrances to the oceanfront gardens. Nearby, a path leads to an adorable cottage with an endless pool. This very rare home literally embodies the serenity and spirit of Big Sur.
Location
State CA
County Monterey
Interior
Heating Radiant
Cooling None
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning
Fireplace Yes
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
Private Pool true
Building
Lot Description Horses Possible
Story 2
Water Spring
Schools
School District Carmel Unified, Carmel Unified
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