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et on a rare flat lot in a
well-regarded Manhattan Beach
neighborhood, 1852 6th Street
defines sublime. In turnkey condi-
tion and exquisitely finished by
the current owner, the 3,882-square-foot
sanctuary with five bedrooms, three baths,
and a home office, plus generous front and
rear yards, balances easy yet elevated modern
design with the comforts of coastal living for
a home that has it all: space, privacy, and
excellent indoor/outdoor living with multiple
options for entertaining.
"You can walk in and bring your toothbrush,"
says agent Giovanni Altamura of the turnkey
property. "It is not a home where you envision
having to do something." Of course, one could;
the potential for customizing is there. But likely
in the distant future, long after one has instantly
settled in—with ease and comfort, knowing
there is nothing on the redo docket. "The fact
that you don't need to make changes right off
the bat is rare. The house is ready to go."
Blending warmth and modernity, the exterior
of the home exudes curb appeal with a fresh,
one-of-a-kind modern plantation feel. Its mix of
rich French oak wood stain on the garage, Swiss
Coffee siding and granite hues complements a
robust $100K investment in landscaping spread
across the front and rear yards, both flat oases
that are now a flourishing natural splendor of
14-foot mature Ficus trees forming a privacy
hedge, large olive trees, plus a Macalusa, a
Magnolia, and a fruit-producing lemon tree,
along with ivy and mini olive trees, as well. More-
over, the owner notes, "The setting is enhanced
by the empty lot next door—which the City owns
and will not be developed—contributing to both
a park-like vibe and the utmost privacy."
The pride of ownership that characterizes
the exterior of the house extends to the interior,
which is as fully formed and it is well fashioned,
brimming with custom detail and quality mate-
rials, from hard wood to Porcelanosa stone and
tile. "Combining unique design touches with
the craftmanship of true artists in both wood-
work and masonry, this home takes life," says
the owner.
Open and expansive with thoughtful sepa-
ration zones of comfortable privacy, the ground
floor is warm and hospitable, starting from the
light-filled foyer, where the entrance features
stunning 25-foot ceilings and, to the left, a
custom fluted wood privacy wall made from
floor-to-ceiling French oak slats that backdrops
a cozy sitting area with a classy lounge feel and
a decadent modern chandelier. The custom,
glass-encased floor-to-ceiling wine cellar is
another wow, occupying a prominent position
in the heart of the home's hospitality core, lend-
ing it architectural allure. "The wine cellar is
special and captures everyone's attention," the
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