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| 5.15.2020
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t's hard to imagine a more welcome introduction to
the sprawling, sunlit lifestyle of Palos Verdes than
the scene that greets when pulling into the smoothly
paved, curved driveway of this oceanfront ranch resi-
dence. Old-growth trees and native shrubs bloom in
shades of white, green and vivid red; a manicured
green lawn and boundless blue sky are inviting part-
ners to the creamy white exterior and contrasting
russet clay tile roof. Past wooden entrance doors,
the home's dreamy promise continues throughout its five-bed-
room, four-bathroom floor plan. "It's 4,000 square feet that's
used really, really well," real estate agent Justin Miller points
out. "The floor plan is unique." Designed for maximum ease
of use, and graceful access to its enchanted outdoors, the
home is neatly organized around a staple of Spanish-style
homes: the central courtyard.
What's more, the home claims a coveted, corner-lot loca-
tion—complete with unblocked ocean views—on what is
arguably one of the most beautiful streets along the West Coast,
Paseo del Mar. "It feels like another world," says Miller of the
site. "Palos Verdes has this really awesome landscape and feel."
Particularly at this Malaga Cove address, where one sits across
the street from picture-perfect ocean bluffs. From here one can
head to famed surf spot Haggerty's or stroll to the soft sands of
RAT Beach. A wish list of local conveniences, from a quiet cafe
and corner store to a post office and historic library, are within
5 or 10 minutes by foot or bicycle. And yet, adds Miller, "You
can still get to the Beach Cities and Downtown L.A."
Plum destinations lie all around, but it would be just as
tempting to spend one's time at home, instead, basking
in the mellow elegance of the interior, which was recently
overhauled by seasoned designer Barry Goldstein of Barry's
Designs. Included in the work were new bathrooms and a
kitchen, along with a re-visioned exterior and courtyard. "My
clients purchased it in the original condition—then they went
to town," explains Miller. "They wanted to keep that original
feel and classic look, but really update things." The result is
a fresh, current-day atmosphere that blends nicely with the
warm, earthy notes referencing its traditional Spanish and
ranch roots.
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