Exclusive enclaves up and down the Southern California coast boast extraordinary estates that are awe-inspiring, and their prices can be equally so.
Here are the most expensive private homes listed for sale as of the end of September in each coastal Southern California County:
Orange County: La Casa Pacifica, 4100 Calle Isabella, San Clemente. Nine bedrooms, 12 baths, 15,000 square feet, 5.45 acres—$69 million, represented by Robert Giem of HÔM Sotheby’s International.
This estate is still referred to by many as “The Western White House” because it once was the home of President Richard M. Nixon.
Los Angeles County: Mon Reve Estate, 301 North Carolwood Drive, Los Angeles. Ten bedrooms, 20 baths, 30,000 square feet, 2.17 acres—$150 million, represented by Ginger Glass of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.
Mon Reve is one of the most prestigious addresses in the world and has been home to Hollywood royalty for decades. It features a lounge, wine room and theater complex with a separate valet entrance, plus parking for 50 cars.
San Diego County: Del Dios Ranch, 7010 El Camino Del Norte, Rancho Santa Fe. Four bedrooms, nine baths, 8,148 square feet, 210 acres—$85 million, represented by Linda Sansone of Willis Allen Real Estate.
Del Dios Ranch is a redwood, glass and marble structure commanding 360-degree views from its hilltop location.
Ventura County: 11802 Ellice St., Malibu. Four bedrooms, five baths, 1.1 acre—$25 million. Represented by Colette Pelissier of Sotheby’s International Realty.
It has velvet, suede and mirrored walls; Venetian plaster; crystal chandeliers; and every comfort you could imagine, including your own private beach.
Santa Barbara County: Rancho San Carlos, 2500 East Valley Road, Santa Barbara. Twelve bedrooms, 13 baths, 29,428 square feet, 237 acres—$125 million, represented by Suzanne Perkins of Sotheby’s International Realty.
The Monterey Colonial-style manor has been under the ownership of one family for nearly a century. It was designed by noted architect Reginald Johnson in 1932.
Here in Orange County, September luxury home sales wrapped up in a strong position, with 22 homes selling above $4 million.
Custom on the Cove
The sale of the home at 32 Ritz Cove Drive in Dana Point closed on Sept. 23 for $7.3 million, just under its March list price of $7.6 million.
The Spanish-influenced custom residence spans 5,800 square feet and sits on a 9,505-square-foot lot. It’s in the waterfront, guard-gated community of Ritz Cove and boasts unobstructed ocean views, as well as a view deck from which to enjoy them.
Inside, there are five bedrooms and five baths, a main floor office, a media room and a gym.
The kitchen features handcrafted custom cabinetry with designer finishes, Viking appliances, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a breakfast nook that opens to the family room, creating an open feel.
Bob Wolff of Harcourts Prime Properties represented the seller in the transaction, and Suzi Dailey of HÔM Sotheby’s International Realty represented the buyer.
Gracious, Generous, Gorgeous
The four-bedroom, five-bath home at 2572 Circle Drive in Newport Beach fetched $5.65 million when it sold on Sept. 23. The transaction closed under the July list price of $6.3 million.
The home is on a coveted 6,000-square-foot corner lot in the guard-gated community of Bayshores, and is reminiscent of an English cottage, with mature gardens, trees and a brick facade.
It encompasses 5,000 square feet and offers an open-concept floorplan featuring hardwood floors.
The kitchen and dining room have French doors opening to an oversized patio with a built-in fire pit and Viking barbecue. Additional features include a bonus room opening to a second large patio with built-in heaters, speakers and a bay view.
Lindsay Bibb of Villa Real Estate represented the seller, and Jon Flagg, also of Villa Real Estate, worked on behalf of the buyer.
