Los Angeles - circa 1993: Actress Betty White wears bifocal glasses driving Carol Channing to Spago restaurant.

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Only a few months after her passing, Betty White’s home in Carmel, California has reportedly found a buyer. The iconic actress bought the land and built the property with her husband, Allen Ludden in 1978 originally paying $170,000 for the plot. Now, the agents representing the property are asking $7,950,000 for the beautiful, picturesque home.

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While White’s primary residence was in Brentwood, the Carmel property still seemed to hold a special place in her heart. Nicole Truskowski of Sotheby’s International Realty, representing the home alongside Zak Freedman told PEOPLE, “The home embodies the spirit of Betty and Allen. It was eloquently understated with the focus on nature and the natural beauty surrounding the home.”

The property was designed by architect Richard Hicks to make the most of the scenic views that surround the 3,621 square-foot property, mainly on the property’s many decks and large windows. Beyond the incredible views of Monastery and Ribera Beach, the backyard allows for a complete escape with lush greenery leading up to Carmel Meadows.

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Last week they reportedly accepted an offer, but the sale of the property has yet to be confirmed.

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Pink

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In 2010, pop icon Pink and her husband, Casey Hart, purchased their first home in the scenic Malibu area for $11.85 million. Their former Point Dume property was first listed on the market in 2015 for nearly $14 million. Failing to attract prospective buyers, the asking price was soon reduced to $13 million. In 2016, the cost was lowered even further to a final asking price $12.5 million at which the property sold.

Now, five years after bidding farewell to her compound in Point Dume, Pink and Hart has acquired yet another beach home in Malibu. The celebrity couple have recently purchased an oceanfront residence for a price of $13.7 million. The “just completed,” redone contemporary space was formerly the home of fellow musician Barry Manilow. The beach house was presented to Pink and Hart in April for $13.5 million, but the duo were prepared to offer $200,000 above the asking price to secure the picturesque property.

Pink’s newly acquired oceanfront abode spans 6,300 square feet with 1.2 acres of land. The recently renovated residence includes five bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. The main living room offers plentiful natural lighting as well as a golden light fixture. The living area opens to a large deck overlooking the beach with exterior space for outdoor dining and lounging. On the main level, the family room leads to a courtyard with additional entertainment space. The new state-of-the-art kitchen features white tiles, gold fixtures, and leads to a casual dining area. The floor plan also includes a dining room with scenic views of the waterfront. Decorative elements of the home consist of dramatic high ceilings, glass walls, and redone hardwood floors. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a fireplace, walk-in closet, and ensuite bathroom with free-standing tub, large shower, and walk-in closet. The two additional upstairs bedrooms include dual bathrooms. Downstairs, the beach level offers space for another bedroom or gym with bathroom and full laundry room. The property is also equipped with a remodeled guesthouse.

Irene Dazzan-Palmer with The Agency represented the seller. Lily Harfouche with Compass represented the buyers.

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Why is it better for homeowners to have a real estate agent sell their home, or help them look for one, instead of doing it by themselves?

"One may ask...why would anyone want to sell their own home? After three decades as a premier Manhattan Beach real estate agent, we see this scenario often. People think that trying to sell their property themselves will save them money on commissions. But more often than not, sellers end up netting less than they could have if the transaction were handled by a professional. An experienced agent like myself can often generate multiple offers leading to a higher sales price. These potential sales are often delicate and need an expert to evaluate and properly position the home for market. Stylizing, staging, positioning, and pricing are all essential elements for the best outcome,” shares Cindy Shearin of The Shearin Group.

A Unique Skill Set

Unique to The Shearin Group is the combination of Cindy's skills that save her clients' money. Her four areas of expertise developed over many years of experience and market study: Interior and Exterior Design, Real Estate Marketing, Ground-up Construction, and Real Estate Development and Financing. Each area has its own set of complexities that can be employed to maximize a client's return.

These skills can significantly affect a client's wallet is in preparing a home for sale by employing her 'A to Z' exercise where Cindy's assess a property to go to market. With Cindy's construction knowledge, she will evaluate the cost versus return of any upgrades and use marketing knowledge for the best marketing vehicles to promote the property. Meanwhile, Cindy's interior design talents lead to the most effective staging decisions. Often, clients are advised to hire expensive staging companies to sell a home, but Cindy's saves clients' money by staging with the minimum amount of expenditure. "We may bring in accessories and do some minor repairs if necessary, but with my design/marketing skills, we can usually make a home striking and market-ready with a very targeted and limited budget," explains Shearin.

"Also, one gains an unmatched marketing network with a Christie's International agent like myself. With a global marketing program including 138 affiliate firms worldwide and more than 32,000 international agents in which to network, not to mention the agency takes on these expenses as part of what we offer our clients, it makes working with an agent indisputable."

For more information, please contact Cindy Shearin at 310-200-8318 or cindy@theshearingroup.com

Cindy Shearin is the exclusive agent representing the Manhattan Beach/Redondo Beach, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here

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Known as The Hottest opportunity to own on The Strand, Hermosa Beach’s famous Beach House Hotel (a condotel), continues to be a desirable ‘suite listing’ in high demand.  This unique offering is income-producing and also allows you to use your unit when you desire.

Top Realtor, Cindy Shearin of The Shearin Group is the exclusive representative of the Beach House. This price point is exclusive to the Beach House and cannot be found in any beachfront location along the Southern California coastline.  Coupled with the incredible opportunity to own oceanfront, is the return on one’s investment through the vacation rental pool.  The hotel stays booked, 90%-100% capacity when not in use.

Priceless Perks:

• Turnkey for the owners

• Cleaned, Maintained & Managed by the mgmt company

• Rare Southern California beachfront opportunity at this price point

• Walk The Strand, enjoy the beach or a game of volleyball right outside your front door

• Easy to enjoy South Bay’s most enjoyable family-friendly festivals year-round

• Walk onto the beach or The Strand and be in the heart of a charming coastal town

• Located in the heart of Hermosa Beach town center which offers a great atmosphere with numerous restaurants, shops, and entertainment along the pedestrian-only promenade

• The Beach House offers owners oceanfront living and desirable conveniences while enjoying a front-row seat to watch the sunset over Hermosa

• The units are well-appointed in a desirable and timeless coastal-beach style and include a dedicated sleeping space with a king-sized bed, desk area, a generously sized living room with a queen pull out sofa, efficiency kitchen, fireplace, full bath with a separate oversized soaking tub and shower.

• Most units offer ocean views and many are oceanfront

• All units offer a large walk-out balcony with seating for daily enjoyment

• Complimentary continental breakfast, high-speed internet access, spa area, Frette linens, high-end down comforters, cozy robes, Aveda amenities, and much more

• The perfect lock-n-leave seaside home away from home, located on The Strand

An Excellent Return:

The Beach House is an income-producing property when not in use by the owners. The demand is high which equates to high occupancy and rental income return. Additional information available upon request.

Experience this beloved beachside escape that locals have coveted for years!

Address: Beach House, 1300 The Strand, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Price: $799,000

For more information, please contact Cindy Shearin at 310-200-8318 or cindy@theshearingroup.com

Cindy Shearin is the exclusive agent representing the Manhattan Beach/Redondo Beach, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here

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670 Perugia Way, Los Angeles, CA 90077, listed by Ernie Carswell

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“I am so proud of the City of West Hollywood.  Of all the Los Angeles regional townships, West Hollywood has been visionary in its development plan for the beautification of the famous Sunset Strip retail & restaurant locations. Impressive world-class hotels have located here. Parks and broad avenues have been created. West Hollywood is a joy.” - Ernie Carswell, West Hollywood, CA.

22065 Pacific Coast Hwy, Unit 1, Malibu, CA 90265, Listed by Jeff Chertow

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"Malibu is still one of the most sought after locations in the world. I believe that prices will continue to increase as inventory is low. In 2020 we saw an influx of people moving to Malibu and I believe that people who have moved here have realized what an incredible place Malibu is." - Jeff Chertow, Malibu, CA.

Miramar Beach, Montecito, CA 93108, listed by Cristal Clarke

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“Montecito has seen exceptionally strong sales volumes in 2020 as the urban flight into our local communities continues. This, combined with increased Buyer activity from local homeowners, is expected to continue in the early part of 2021 and I see no reason for it to be otherwise.” - Cristal Clarke, Montecito, CA.

3555 Shaw Ranch Road, Pasadena CA 91107, listed by Tim Durkovic

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“Based on what has been happening as we close out 2020, I fully expect the Pasadena market to continue to thrive into 2021. Our median price just broke 1M and we are still seeing tight inventory, which is leading to multiple offers on many transactions at every price point! There is an influx of people wanting to live in Pasadena from the more western areas of LA because buyers typically can get more space, more house for their money, and a fantastic overall quality of life, all while still being minutes to everything.” - Tim Durkovic, Pasadena, CA.

Montecito, CA, listed by Wendy Gragg

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“November marked the 13^th consecutive month of very low inventory and it set an all-time record low of only 1.99 months of supply.  Buyers, especially from Los Angeles and San Francisco have created a record-breaking year in sales revenue in 2020.  I expect to see low supply and strong demand continue into 2021.” - Wendy Gragg, Santa Barbara, CA.

2576 Bowmont Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, listed by Jeff Hyland

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“Just as the Spanish Flu gave birth to the Roaring Twenties, we feel the years ahead have many records that will be broken. Buyers who want to be in here have multiple residences and California Taxes aren’t any concern.” - Jeff Hyland, Bel-Air, CA.

650 Picacho Lane, Montecito, CA 93108, listed by Joyce Rey

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“I am anticipating that 2021 will be the best year ever for Luxury Real Estate in Southern California. Normally December is a relatively quiet month! However, the Joyce Rey team is currently negotiating five properties between five and $20 million, which is an extraordinary number at any time! Both hope and optimism are evident with vaccines on the horizon! An improving economy and renewed focus on the home environment will spur residential investments in 2021!” - Joyce Rey, Beverly Hills, CA.

Beach House, 1300 The Strand, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254, listed by Cindy Shearin

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“With the new year upon us, we expect a continuing robust market in the greater South Bay. Luckily, real estate here has been hot for both the buyer and the seller during the 2020 pandemic. This has been largely due to our area's desirability in which to live, low inventory, and minimal new construction." - Cindy Shearin, South Bay area, CA.

4639 Gorham Drive, Corona del Mar, CA 92625, listed by Timothy Norman Tamura

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“The overall Corona del Mar market has seen a 32% increase in sales for 2020 vs. 2019.  The year over year growth in Corona del Mar can be attributed in part to pent up demand following the initial pause caused by Covid-19, migration from dense urban metro markets, i.e. NY, LA, SF, and historically low-interest rates.  The foregoing factors have placed pressure on the already strained inventory.  For 2021, it appears the current pace will continue, unless and until inventory and demand are more in equilibrium.” - Timothy Norman Tamura, Corona del Mar, CA.

12776 Aurora PL #3, Playa Vista, CA 90293, listed by Kris Zacuto

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"We anticipate seeing current trends continue with a slight rise in home sales and home prices in most Silicon Beach areas - such as Westchester, Mar Vista and Playa Del Rey. Playa Vista home sales should also maintain similar levels in 2021 although prices behave a bit differently in that market as home and condo prices are seeing decreases year over year." - Kris Zacuto, Silicon Beach, CA.

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As the industry-leading real estate webinar series by Haute Residence continues, we invite you to join us in our upcoming webinar:

Wednesday, December 2nd, 10:30 AM EST / 7:30 AM PST

"Art & Real Estate Talk" - A deep look into Miami's perfect partnership in the new era. Join us to hear from community leaders and learn how they have grown from Art (personal or within the organization) and what’s new and upcoming with the perfect coupling of "Art & Real Estate." REGISTER HERE.

Highlight quotes from today's webinar:

Roberta Ingletto: "I like to do things that are win-win. I think ethics and honesty are important. I appreciate colleagues and people when they work in this fashion. I like to work as a team even with the realtors and brokers on the other side... When I'm talking to my buyers and sellers, it's about making it work for everybody... We have a huge market. I have been in Miami for 25 years and you can see the growth and development. More companies are moving down so it's a bigger city. We have so much product to offer, that we can work together to present Miami for what it is and what it has to offer, I try to raise the standards of our industry."

Claudia Llanes: "I'm so excited about Natiivo Miami because it provides solutions to problems in the market. We are providing the comfort of a home with all appliances, and the best amenities, 70,000 square feet of them in three full floors. There are no rental restrictions, you can rent it for as little as one day or as much as one year and anything between it. It's located in Downtown Miami, three minutes away from the Port of Miami, which sees six million passengers on a yearly basis. We are fortunate to have a building that is in the heart of a highly dense short-term rental market. This creates a huge opportunity for owners because not only will you have a beautiful second home in Miami but you can put it to rent and work for you when you are not occupying it.

Paola Marulanda: "[On her exclusive SoFi listing, The Beach House] It is a two-story residence. It has the whole space and feel of a single-family home. It's what I call the ultimate hybrid property because it can satisfy the safety, privacy, and amenities of a secure building. As much as the single-family market is absolutely killing it and stealing the show, there are a lot of people who come from cities used to being in condos and the families sometimes don't feel as secure and comfortable without having the assets that a building has. This property, you cannot make it up. There is nothing like it in South of Fifth which is such an elite neighborhood."

To watch more webinars by Haute Residence, visit https://dev.hauteresidence.com/.

Roberta Ingletto, Claudia Llanes, Paola Marulanda

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Some of the most coveted and most expensive properties in Southern California lay along The Strand in the South Bay. This famous four-mile pedestrian pathway is draped between gorgeous beachside estates and pristine sandy beaches from North Manhattan Beach to the border of Torrance Beach. Ocean views are locked-in along The Strand, as well as iconic vistas of the famous Manhattan Beach Pier, and the Hermosa Beach Pier that was featured in the Hollywood blockbuster film "LaLa Land".

Manhattan Beach Realtor Cindy Shearin of the Shearin Group intimately knows what life on The Strand is all about. Previously living on The Strand herself, as well as both building and selling multiple homes here over a 30-year career, Shearin has a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to share with her clients. Closing just this week on a single-family estate on The Strand, Shearin has up-to-the-minute knowledge for this distinguished location and all it has to offer.

A completely unique option for ownership on The Strand in which Shearin is the exclusive agent is the only Condo-tel in the South Bay called Beach House. “The Beach House is an excellent opportunity for clients who want to own on The Strand to enjoy all that the strand-lifestyle has to offer along with the comforts of an upscale hotel, yet not have to carry the responsibility of seaside home maintenance,” explains Shearin. Coupled with that is the perk of being able to own on The Strand for under a million dollars.

The Beach House location is adjacent to Hermosa Beach’s pedestrian-only promenade. This charming spot is trimmed with sky-high palm trees amid a variety of restaurants, cafes, sports bars, and boutique shopping.

Beach House Ownership Perks:

• Offered for $935,000
• Turnkey for the owners
• Cleaning, Maintenance & Management is run by the management company
• Rare Southern California beachfront opportunity at this price point
• Exercise on The Strand, enjoy the beach or a game of volleyball right outside your front door
• Easy to enjoy South Bay’s most enjoyable family-friendly beach festivals year-round
• Steps from the sand, yet in the heart of a charming coastal town
• Located in Hermosa Beach town center which offers a great atmosphere with numerous restaurants, shops, and entertainment along the pedestrian-only promenade
• Oceanfront living and desirable conveniences while enjoying a front-row seat to watch the sunset over Hermosa
• The units are well-appointed in a desirable and timeless coastal-beach style and include a dedicated sleeping space with a king-sized bed, desk area, a generously sized living room with a queen pull out sofa, efficiency kitchen, fireplace, full bath with a separate oversized soaking tub and shower.
• Most units offer ocean views and many are oceanfront
• All units offer a large walk-out balcony with seating for daily enjoyment
• Complimentary continental breakfast, high-speed internet access, spa area, Frette linens, high-end down comforters, cozy robes, Aveda amenities, and much more
• The perfect lock-n-leave seaside home away from home, located on The Strand

An Excellent Return:

• The Beach House is an income-producing property when not in use by the owners.
• The demand is high which equates to high occupancy and rental income return.
• Additional information available upon request.

Experience this beloved beachside escape that locals have coveted for years!

Address: Beach House, 1300 The Strand, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Price: $935,000

For more information, please contact Cindy Shearin at 310-200-8318 or cindy@theshearingroup.com

Cindy Shearin is the exclusive agent representing the Manhattan Beach/Redondo Beach, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here

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Some of the most coveted and most expensive properties in Southern California lay along The Strand in the South Bay. This famous four-mile pedestrian pathway is draped between gorgeous beachside estates and pristine sandy beaches from North Manhattan Beach to the border of Torrance Beach. Ocean views are locked-in along The Strand, as well as iconic vistas of the famous Manhattan Beach Pier, and the Hermosa Beach Pier that was featured in the Hollywood blockbuster film LaLa Land.

Manhattan Beach Realtor Cindy Shearin of the Shearin Group intimately knows what life on The Strand is all about. Previously living on The Strand herself, as well as both building and selling multiple homes here over a 30-year career, Shearin has a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to share with her clients. Closing just this week on a single-family estate on The Strand, Shearin has up-to-the-minute knowledge for this distinguished location and all it has to offer.

A completely unique option for ownership on The Strand in which Shearin is the exclusive agent is the only Condo-tel in the South Bay called Beach House. “The Beach House is an excellent opportunity for clients who want to own on The Strand to enjoy all that the strand-lifestyle has to offer along with the comforts of an upscale hotel, yet not have to carry the responsibility of seaside home maintenance,” explains Shearin. Coupled with that is the perk of being able to own on The Strand for under a million dollars.  

The Beach House location is adjacent to Hermosa Beach’s pedestrian-only promenade. This charming spot is trimmed with sky-high palm trees amid a variety of restaurants, cafes, sports bars, and boutique shopping.

Beach House Ownership Perks: 

• Offered for $935,000
• Turnkey for the owners
• Cleaning, Maintenance & Management is run by the management company  
• Rare Southern California beachfront opportunity at this price point
• Exercise on The Strand, enjoy the beach or a game of volleyball right outside your front door 
• Easy to enjoy South Bay’s most enjoyable family-friendly beach festivals year-round
• Steps from the sand, yet in the heart of a charming coastal town
• Located in Hermosa Beach town center which offers a great atmosphere with numerous restaurants, shops, and entertainment along the pedestrian-only promenade
• Oceanfront living and desirable conveniences while enjoying a front-row seat to watch the sunset over Hermosa
• The units are well-appointed in a desirable and timeless coastal-beach style and include a dedicated sleeping space with a king-sized bed, desk area, a generously sized living room with a queen pull out sofa, efficiency kitchen, fireplace, full bath with a separate oversized soaking tub and shower. 
• Most units offer ocean views and many are oceanfront
• All units offer a large walk-out balcony with seating for daily enjoyment
• Complimentary continental breakfast, high-speed internet access, spa area, Frette linens, high-end down comforters, cozy robes, Aveda amenities, and much more 
• The perfect lock-n-leave seaside home away from home, located on The Strand  

An Excellent Return:

• The Beach House is an income-producing property when not in use by the owners.  
• The demand is high which equates to high occupancy and rental income return. 
• Additional information available upon request.

Experience this beloved beachside escape that locals have coveted for years!

Address: Beach House, 1300 The Strand, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Price: $935,000

For more information, please contact Cindy Shearin at 310-200-8318 or cindy@theshearingroup.com

Cindy Shearin is the exclusive agent representing the Manhattan Beach/Redondo Beach, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Located only 90 miles from their main Beverly Hills mansion, this classic California coastal property is well-suited for the celebrity family of four.

The home sits right on the beach, off a private gated drive, just outside of the pedestrian-friendly town of Carpinteria. It's only a 15-minute drive north to Natalie Portman's 10-acre Montecito estate. Movie trivia buffs will realize that Portman has the rare distinction of being the only star to have kissed both Kunis (Black Swan) and Kutcher (No Strings Attached).

Kutcher and Kunis's six-bedroom, six-bath, beach house has an open kitchen with eat-in bar, high peaked ceilings in the living area, and built-in bunk beds in the kid's room.

The full walk-up porch offers plenty of space to grill out or to get some sun, while the second-floor balcony provides relaxing waterfront views. A hot tub on the front deck gives the young parents a place to get cozy once the kids have gone to bed.

The home doesn't appear to need any renovations, but if it ever does, Kunis can dust off the sledgehammer and hardhat she donned for her parent's condo renovation on an episode of the reality show My Houzz in 2017.

The mile-long Carpinteria coast is a fun beach for families with ample places for tidepool exploring and surf-fishing on the mile-long stretch of sand.

With pleasant and sunny 70-degree weather this time of year, Kutcher, Kunis, and the kids should get some good use out of their charming beach cottage this summer. Chris Palme, a broker for Coldwell Banker in Santa Barbara who specializes in the marketing and sales of residential, luxury, and view properties, says this area is, "the 'American Riviera' – an upscale community tucked between the mountains and the ocean offering an ideal Mediterranean climate."

He adds, "it is no wonder that those who can live anywhere in the world choose to spend much of their time in this idyllic environment."

Kunis, playing Jackie on That 70's Show, once said, "If I could run across the beach into my own arms, I would." Fortunately, for her and Kutcher, neither of them will have to worry about being alone on this beach.

Photos by Trulia

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The setting for this incredible home is as stunning as the design. Built on one acre of prime beachfront land in the island’s west end with just under 17,000sq.  ft. of total living space, the Beach House is a modern masterpiece.

Set within beautifully landscaped gardens, it offers eight spacious master bedrooms, 10 master baths and two powder rooms. The architecture of this inspired home was designed to capture the natural beautify of Anguilla with its spectacular sunsets and ocean views.

With more than a dozen dedicated outdoor deck and lounge areas, there is no shortage of spaces for entertaining or quiet solitude.

Address: The Beach House, Meads Bay, Anguilla

Price: $14,500,000

Bedrooms: 8

Bathrooms: 10

View the listing here.

For more information, contact Ian Hurdle at 649-332-2618 or Ian.hurdle@theagencyre.com.

Ian Hurdle is the exclusive agent representing the Turks and Caicos real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

Images courtesy of Ian Hurdle

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With enough lush greenery to trick anyone into thinking it was a scene out of Wizard of Oz, this California oceanfront home seems more like the Wizard of Oz’s beach house. The westward-facing home is optimized for luxury and sunshine in all aspects, with rooms and design built to fit everything from elegant cocktail parties amongst friends to quiet rooms with a décor and design both modern and hygge inspired.

Coming in at just under $18 million from The Agency, this Laguna Beach home at 199 Emerald Bay is a jewel on the coastline, with 7,078 square feet fitting in five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a private spa, outdoor fire pit, two car garage, separate garage, and a master suite that covers nearly an entire floor of the home. Outside the residence, the home even features a private beach, six different tennis courts, a swimming pool, and activities for those of all ages. While the luxury and high end nature of the home may come with an 18-million dollar price tag, its also perfectly filled with activities to get one’s money’s worth.

It’s never been more enticing after a long week at the office to follow the Yellow Brick 405 all the way to Emerald Bay for a relaxing respite.

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Louis Vuitton delivered this weekend with a modern, U-shaped beach bungalow entitled “House by the Shore.” Assembled in Italy and shipped to Florida exclusively for Design Miami, this gorgeous display boasts fluidity between indoor and outdoor spaces and raw iroko and okoume wood floors and furnishings.

The minimalist living space is intended to be a temporary shelter for beach dwellers, showcasing found objects as décor and what seems to be a simple tin roof. It also offers some leather furnishings, plain vintage pieces and a hide statement rug.

Another unusual feature? The space was made in a way that it can easily be assembled and disassembled whenever necessary.

Find this unique luxury design behind The Raleigh Hotel, 1775 Collins Avenue!

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