BREATHTAKING OCEANFRONT VILLA 

Amenities include: pool.

Built in 1935.

2 stories, 5,462 approximate square feet. Stucco construction. Stone/tile patio. Tile/clay roof.

Architectural style: Mediterranean, Spanish

0.469 acre lot. 260x78 lot dim.

This breathtaking oceanfront villa, originally designed by well known architect Thomas Shepherd in the 1920's, is located in the coveted Lower Hermosa neighborhood of La Jolla and is a perfect example of the true essence of our southern California way of life. Capture the enviable lifestylewith our temperate climate, our relaxed ambiance and our alluring coastal appeal... all while enjoying living in this exquisite but comfortable, elegant but simple Santa Barbara style estate........SEE SUP

What joy to see the beautiful Pacific Ocean from everywhere you look! Of the many exceptional features, and there are many...enjoy an oceanfront 72-foot long loggia perfect for a large crowd or intimate dining; a 34-foot long lap pool; a below grade stone climatized wine cellar holding more than 1000 bottles; 22 sets of dbl French doors leading to cozy or grand patios; mature trees and landscaping plus lawn fronting ocean and sea wall; comfortable mahogany paneled library that also doubles as home theatre; massive fireplaces in living room, family room, kitchen and library; hardwood throughout downstairs living areas; gracious formal dining room with white washed beamed ceilings and adjacent butlers pantry; formal living room with high cathedral ceilings and white washed heavy cross beams.

Two story entry w/ large medallion window letting light in over unique imported front door from India (with pointed metal ornaments that once repelled elephants!); computerized and integrated Crestron lighting/sound system in and outside of home; a luxurious master suite with dual bathrooms, dual closets, built in dressers, marble soaking tub, toilet/bidet closet, make up vanity w/ small sink; enviable chef's kitchen with high ceilings, commercial range/hood, 2 Bosch dishwashers, adjacent pantry with additional refrigerator/freezer, wine captain, microwave, all perfectly positioned near barbeque and attached 3 car garage ideal for catering.

First floor consists of family room w/11x6 brick flooring, wet bar and 2 walls that open onto outdoors; 2 en suite bedrooms; powder room w/ granite counters and flooring, silver sink and malachite faucets; library, living and dining rooms; kitchen, breakfast rm, 2 butler pantries, laundry and 2 bedrooms/bath ideal for housekeepers. 2nd floor is merely extensive master and another en suite bedroom. This estate needs to be experienced!