This contemporary Mediterranean three-story home is nestled atop a private enclave in the affluent neighborhood of Rivas Canyon in the Pacific Palisades, California. Comprised of 14,392 square feet of living space with eight bedrooms and twelve bathrooms, the home presents an oasis of serenity, luxury and meticulous attention to detail. Upon entryway into this home, you are greeted by an antique Portuguese front door that opens into a grand hallway that features a wall of wine racks enclosed by glass. On one side of the home is a formal living area offering coffered ceilings and elegant light fixtures. An adjoining den showcases a series of French doors that leads out to a backyard deck with an outdoor fireplace. A light-filled study nearby features walls clad with rich walnut paneling, a coffered ceiling and a fireplace. A separate wing features a formal dining area tucked behind a glass wall of wine racks, overlooking the property. A luxurious chef’s kitchen features an expansive island, custom cabinetry and high-end stainless appliances. A home bar offers the perfect space for pre-dinner drinks. Beyond the kitchen is a spacious family room complete with a stone pizza oven and teppanyaki grill, which offers additional dining and entertaining possibilities.

This exquisite property was spotted on The Agency listed for sale at $17,488,000.

Embracing seamless indoor-outdoor California living, French doors along the home’s main level open to the sprawling resort-like grounds. Outside, a zero edge beach entry pool is the centerpiece of the sweeping deck featuring covered loggias, a spa, and al fresco dining spaces surrounded by an expansive lawn and beautifully manicured landscaping with century-old olive trees. A state-of-the-art LID catch basin to treat and recycle water ensures an eco-conscious system that supports these gorgeous natural surroundings. A nearby guest casita holding two en-suite bedrooms as well as a dry and steam sauna offers private guest quarters with French doors to the pool deck.

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What We Love: The traditional accents mixed with sophisticated finishes and stunning bespoke design makes this the ultimate coastal dream lifestyle. What do you think? Do you like the design aesthetic of this home? Let us know in the comments section below!

Upstairs holds five bedrooms, including one that may double as a gym or office with a large balcony and three en-suite guest rooms, one of which has its own oversized balcony. The sumptuous master suite features a large private sun deck overlooking the grounds and dual master bathrooms, ‘his’ with french doors to a private balcony, and ‘hers’ with a dressing room holding 50 linear feet of closet space. From the Japanese soaking tubs to the rustic wood-beamed ceilings and delicate light fixtures, no detail is spared in creating luxurious and tranquil living quarters.

A lower level of recreational amenities includes a plush home theater with stadium seating, adjoining cocktail lounge, game room, a gym with a full bathroom, and wine tasting room and cellar that may house up to 3000 bottles of wine.