55700 Highway 1

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 Meunnig designed curved desk facing fireplace and ocean atop the heated Italian stone floor set between 2 bdrms, a bath, and 4 entrances to the oceanfront gardens. Nearby, a path leads to an adorable cottage with an endless pool. This very rare home literally embodies the serenity and spirit of Big Sur.

Days on Market

3 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$7,850,000

List Price

$7,850,000

On Market Date

Oct 30, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Home

Area

157 - Big Sur Coast

Zip Code

93920

MLS ID

ML82066227

APN

421-011-003-000

Year Built

1965

Stories in Building

2

Possession

Unavailable

Data Source

MLSL

Origin MLS System

MLSListings, Inc.

Bed

4

Bath

4 (2/2)

Parking

2

Uncovered Parking

SQ FT

3,300

SQ FT Source

Unavailable

Lot SQ FT

222,966.0

Lot Acres

5.118595 Acres

Pool Info

Pool - Above Ground, Pool - Cover

Kitchen

Oven Range - Gas, Pantry, Refrigerator

Cooling

None

Dining Room

Dining Area in Family Room, Dining Bar

Disclosures

Natural Hazard Disclosure

Family Room

Kitchen / Family Room Combo

Foundation

Combination, Concrete Perimeter and Slab

Fire Place

Wood Burning

Heating

Fireplace, Radiant

Laundry

In Utility Room, Washer / Dryer

Fee

Unavailable

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