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anhattan Beach basks in the good fortune bestowed by the glow
of sun and ocean. ere's its location, tucked within strolling
distance of beautiful, wide beaches just a few miles from LAX,
Manhattan Beach is an easy commute into downtown Los Ange-
les and Century City. ere are its high-ranking schools. ere are
its great shops and award-winning restaurants, like the recently
opened Esperanza Cocina de la Playa, David LeFevre's Manhat-
tan Beach Post and his Fishing with Dynamite and the 24 hour
diner, e Kettle (and it's amazing muffins).
Of course, every area has its sparkling gems. Here, residents
aspire to live in "e Hills, perched atop a hill just east of the
Pacific Ocean. e luxurious neighborhood is known for its
impeccable properties, its generous lots and its jaw-dropping
views. ose qualities just scratch the surface of what you'll
discover at 300 N. Dianthus Street.
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Located in the exclusive "Hills" section of Manhattan Beach, this three-level,
six-bedroom home is the ideal backdrop to a vibrant, active family life
KING OF THE HILL
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Even before you enter the home, you're struck by the graceful
Spanish Mission design of its 3 car garage where oversized bays
offer ample room not only for vehicles but for the gear, from
camping gear to dog crates, accumulated by an active, modern
family. e house itself, perched on a an oversized corner lot, is
well-hidden behind high hedges ensuring privacy, an increas-
ingly precious commodity in these social media-drenched times.
A water fountain tucked just inside the front gate trills a joyous
welcome, its music an extra layer of protection against the outside
world. "We love the privacy of the property which you feel as soon
as you walk through the gated trellis in the front," the current
owner shares. "e enclosed yard off the primary bedroom is
a wonderful place to enjoy your morning coffee." With a warm
beverage in hand — there's plenty of space for a coffeemaker and a
small refrigerator within the primary suite's beautifully appointed
walk-in closet — step through the arched French doors and down
