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"From all of the west-facing
bedrooms," Forbes states,
"it's nothing but ocean views
as far as the eye can see."
LANDSCAPE AND LOCATION
Like a tucked-away destination some-
where between land and sky, Villa Sul Mare
exists in quiet seclusion. The estate enjoys
the rare luxury of invisibility—nestled so
discreetly behind its gates that Forbes
notes, "There aren't a lot of passersby. It's
a gated estate and you can barely see the
house from the street."
Beyond the dramatic half-moon deck,
the 0.55-acre grounds reveal an artfully
orchestrated landscape where wild beauty
transitions gracefully into refined formal
spaces. Think of free-flowing coastal vege-
tation alongside neat box hedges. Ancient
trees are sprinkled throughout the grounds,
creating natural canopies. "There's a lot of
old-growth landscaping," says Forbes. "It's
beautiful, and it gives additional privacy."
A meandering path weaves through the
landscaping, punctuated by poetic nooks.
"There are benches every so often, where you
can go find a little spot to read a book or just
quietly enjoy the passage of time," she adds.
Each of the property's countless open-
air spaces are venues for contemplating
the Pacific's endless scenes, with spots
alternately designed for solitude, and for
sharing with others. A dipping pool/over-
sized spa and classic water features are
among the highlights, along with a mani-
cured lawn for playing games. "There's
a more informal patio located off of the
family room, and there's a built-in barbe-
cue there," Forbes explains, revealing how
the property offers both large-scale enter-
taining spaces and quiet gathering zones.
Despite the estate's haven-like atmo-
sphere, it remains conveniently accessible.
Award-winning schools are nearby, as are
cafes and shops. Within a leisurely stroll
lies the Palos Verdes Beach & Athletic
Club. Back home, the sea and sky are never
out of sight. "From all of the west-facing
bedrooms," Forbes states, "it's nothing
but ocean views as far as the eye can see."
The panorama includes everything from
ocean whitecaps to glittering city lights—a
constantly shifting gallery of living art.
Villa Sul Mare is a rare spot in the already
exclusive market of Palos Verdes Estates.
As Forbes emphasizes: "From a real estate
perspective, especially in luxury, there's not
a property like this that comes on the market
very often, especially in this condition." Here
stands a true villa in the classical sense—a
world of its own, where heightened beauty
and gracious living exist in grand style.
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