704 Palisades Beach Road, Santa Monica, CA 90402

• Sold Price : $11,000,000
• Beds : 3
  
• Baths : 4
  
• Property Size : 3,108 sqft
  
• Year Built : 1922
  

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Property Description

Welcome to 704 Palisades Beach Road, an exquisite Spanish Colonial estate originally built in 1922 and masterfully updated to blend historic charm with modern luxury. Designed by Marc Appleton, and featured in Architectural Digest, the beach house is set directly on the sands of Santa Monica Beach, this residence offers a rare combination of elegance, privacy, and coastal living.The home epitomizes luxurious beachfront living, featuring a unique and rare amenity: a private pool situated directly on the beach. This extraordinary feature allows you to enjoy the refreshing waters just steps from the ocean, creating a seamless and harmonious connection between the pool, the beach, and the expansive outdoor living areas including outdoor fireplace. The secure residence showcases authentic architectural details, including high wood-beamed ceilings, imported Mexican tile, and rich wood floors that flow throughout. The living room, with wood burning fireplace, soaring ceilings and elegant arched doors, opens directly to the pool and spa area, effortlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces for an integrated living experience.The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight, adorned with Caesarstone countertops and equipped with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, including a Sub-Zero fridge and freezer, a Viking double oven, and two Miele microwave ovens. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining area offers inviting pool views and dark wood accents.Off the great room, you will find a paneled den or office that opens to a tranquil inner courtyard with a fountain, offering yet another intimate and detail-oriented space within this estate.Upstairs, the master suite serves as a private sanctuary, featuring reclaimed barn beams, tall French doors leading to a balcony that spans the full width of the house, and breathtaking, unobstructed views of the beach and ocean. The spa-like master bathroom enhances the suite's luxurious feel, highlighted by a regal bathtub overlooking the Pacific Ocean, a steam shower, and a skylight.An additional en-suite guest bedroom upstairs also includes a private balcony, providing a serene retreat for visitors.Separate guest quarters, located above the oversized two-car garage, include a full kitchen, making it an ideal space for hosting visitors. The home's rich history and embodiment of the Old Hollywood era adds an extra layer of sophistication and allure.Ideally situated on one of Santa Monica's finest sandy beaches, this estate offers unparalleled convenience to the area's premier shopping and dining destinations. Every detail has been meticulously designed to provide a luxurious and comfortable lifestyle, making this property a true coastal gem.

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Interior Features

Listing Information

Listing information courtesy of: Amber Reed, Christopher Cortazzo, Compass. *Based on information from the Association of REALTORS/Multiple Listing as of Sep 13th, 2024 at 9:41 PM and/or other sources. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.