Located behind the exclusive gates of Sherwood Country Club, this recently remodeled abode features the most discerning attention to detail, with high soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams and hardwood flooring.

The open kitchen layout boasts granite counters, stone backsplash and stainless steel appliances. Adjacent French Doors lead to the outdoor patio seating space, which is the perfect place to enjoy the sunset behind the Santa Monica Mountains. The sprawling veranda wraps around the property, affording one of the most beautiful panoramas of Lake Sherwood.

Take a short walk down to the private boat dock to enjoy the sparkling water views and all the natural surrounding beauty from a different perspective.

This private oasis retreat is the ultimate in resort-style living, with the ability to enjoy all of its natural glory, yet featuring nearby executive clubs, golf courses, high-end restaurants and shopping for your entertainment convenience.

Address: 130 Lower Lake Rd,  Westlake Village, CA 91361

Price: $2,495,000

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 3

View the listing here.

For more information, contact Nicole Van Parys at 805-795-1880 or nicole.vanparys@evusa.com

Nicole Van Parys is the exclusive agent representing the Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all the listings here. 

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Sited on an oversized lot in a private gated bay front neighborhood, the home captures the essence of effortless stylish family living.

The designer adorned the home with Contemporary, coastal, and tropical influenced materials such as exotic Mahogany wall paneling, stacked Texas shell stone, Macassar ebony wood cabinets, richly stained Brazilian Cherry hardwood flooring, slab marble countertops, Zebrawood and large Mahogany doors and windows to drench the house with sunlight.

Among the many notable highlights are the formal living and dining rooms which open to the stone porch and exterior fireplace, large-scale gourmet kitchen with center dining island and the private guest quarters.

Bayshores is a gated community of 249 properties on the shores of Newport Harbor that features two private beaches, spectacular turning basin views, a private large yacht marina and a children’s park.

Address: 2471 Crestview Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Price: $4,995,000

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 4.5

View the listing here.

For more information, contact Steve High and Evan Corkett at 949-874-4724 / 949-285-1055 or shigh@villarealestate.com / ecorkett@villarealestate.com.

Steve High and Evan Corkett are the exclusive agents representing the Newport Beach, California real estate market as members of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of their listings here.

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The California Spanish hacienda provides its residents with a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience.

As you enter the foyer, you are welcomed with dramatic high ceilings, a classic May-curved staircase, exposed wood beams and authentic tiles throughout.

Rich with Hollywood history, this magical property boasts four bedrooms, including a luxurious master suite, five bathrooms, and an over-sized kitchen and dining room both flooded with natural light.

The bar/lounge opens onto a patio overlooking its 1.45 acres of lush grounds. Offering both canyon and city views, swimming pool, and paddle tennis court, this stunning estate is an entertainer’s dream.

Address: 39 Oakmont Dr, Brentwood, CA, 90049

Price: $14,750,000

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 5

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For more information, contact Cindy Ambuehl at 310-573-7063 or cambuehl@theagencyre.com.

Cindy Ambuehl is the exclusive agent representing the Santa Monica, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

Images courtesy of Cindy Ambuehl

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The home formerly belonged to Tom Gores, owner of the Detroit Pistons, who purchased the property in 1999 for $4,595,000. This plush estate features six bedrooms, nine bathrooms, a wood paneled library, five fireplaces, two bars, a walk-in wine cellar, top-of-the-line appliances, a large den/family room, audio and visual systems with a top-of-the-line security system, and a walk-in pantry.

Equally lavish, the outdoor area features a saltwater swimming pool, flagstone terraces, stone gazebo and a bathhouse.

Photos courtesy of Curbed

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