55700 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

Local realty services provided by:ERA North Orange County Real Estate
55700 Highway 1,Big Sur, CA 93920
$7,850,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,300 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: mike gilson
Office: engel & volkers carmel925-872-0968
MLS#:ML82066227
Source:CRMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$7,850,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$2,378.79

About this home

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...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1965
  • Listing ID #:ML82066227
  • Added:13 day(s) ago
  • Updated:November 13, 2026 at 12:59 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:4
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Half bathrooms:2
  • Kitchen Description:Refrigerator
  • Living area:3,300 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Fireplaces, Radiant

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition, Metal
  • Year built:1965
  • Building area:3,300 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:5.12 Acres
  • Foundation Description:Combination

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$7,850,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$2,378.79

Features and amenities

  • Pool features:Above Ground, Pool Cover

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:2
  • Parking description:Uncovered
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
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