2+-Acre hilltop of your own! Lush, tropical landscaping surrounds you from this exceedingly rare La Jolla offering consisting of a sizeable Olde World Villa with a pool and spa, a guest house, pool house, tennis court, putting green, and exquisite appointments throughout. Rarely are we graced by such captivating views overlooking all of La Jolla Shores, spanning the crystalline blue and whitewaters of the Pacific Ocean, and along the curving coastline to the North (please see supplement). Privacy abounds from this extraordinary hilltop estate offering an exceptionally rare combination of acreage, top of the world views, and approximately 10,000 sq. ft. of living space. As you ascend along the 1,000 ft. driveway sheltered by majestic, lush landscaping, you will feel as if you've been transported into a world completely unto its own. A porte-cochere & double-entry doors welcome you into what can only be described as an incomparable Olde World Villa. The residence consists of 4 exceptional bedroom suites, 5 full baths plus 2 half baths, his & hers offices, a wine room, exercise room, and garages for up to 6 vehicles. Superior craftsmanship is apparent in every detail of this distinctive work of art, including venetian plaster walls, hand-carved detailing, and custom cabinetry by Mueller Turner. The cook's kitchen is flooded with natural light and showcases stunning Hawaiian Koa wood cabinetry, Tuscany travertine, and curvilinear elements found throughout. Luxurious living areas, her office, the exercise room & fully-equipped guest quarters are also on the entry level. Lavish your guests in luxury from their secluded suite, encompassing the upper level, with its own sitting room, wet bar & covered deck. The lower level is comprised of a magnificent wine room, his office, an en suite bedroom, as well as the master suite. A breathtaking barrel vault ceiling leads you into the master retreat featuring a fireplace, sitting room, sauna, his & hers baths, as well as his & hers closets with exquisite cabinetry and displays reminiscent of a fine boutique. Resting on 2+-acres surrounded by mature, tropical landscaping, the grounds include expansive stone patios, a detached guest house, a tennis court, an infinity-edge pool and pool house, a real grass putting green, an outdoor grilling station with a fire pit, and mesmerizing views as far as the eye can see.
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