435 Marguerita Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90402

Property Description

A 12 minute walk from the front door to the beach via the Montana Avenue stairs, on a highly-coveted street north of Montana Avenue in Santa Monica, this double lot estate offers unparalleled privacy and elevated interiors. Set on an expansive 21,284 SF lot, this is a rare find as the area no longer allows zoning of this size. Enjoy a tranquil retreat behind a gated entrance and mature trees - including, lemons, oranges, avocados, strawberry guavas, bay, and olive - providing the ultimate in seclusion and modern luxury. The exquisite estate boasts 6 generously sized bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, spread over approximately 6,944 square feet of immaculate living space. the expansive backyard within the shade of a mature jacaranda can host a soccer game or party for 250 people. The home has french doors that open onto a lush garden from both the library and dining rooms, is accented by wood-burning fireplaces inside and out, along with a large living room, 2 family rooms, chef's kitchen, office and 2 downstairs bedrooms. The second floor features 4 bedrooms, a large upstairs family room, and an exceptional primary suite beaming with natural light through french doors and large picture windows overlooking the yard. There is original quarter sawn white oak flooring throughout. In addition to the main and guest houses, the property includes a children's playhouse, cabana with fireplace, trampoline area and sports court in a park-like setting. The 40' x 16' swimmers pool with a freshwater/copper ionization system invites you to relax and unwind, while the half basketball and handball court offer plenty of space for outdoor recreation. With a 4-car garage and ample guest parking on one of the 4 wide streets north of Montana, accessibility is never an issue. Enjoy the sunset at Palisades Park, a 5 minute walk to Ocean Avenue, or experience the quintessential California lifestyle with visits to the 3rd Street Promenade, Montana Avenue, restaurants and beach.