LOCALLA

This modern Spanish estate strikes the perfect balance of classic character and Santa Monica's luxury lifestyle with approximately 5,600 sqft of living space. Extensively renovated in 2007, from the ground up, the open floorplan welcomes you with light wide-plank hardwood floors, custom built-ins, and beautiful tile work. The main level hosts a formal living room with a fireplace, an oversized dining room, a private office with backyard access and a full bath, and a massive kitchen/family great room. The chef's culinary space boasts a cozy fireplace, center island, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a six-burner Viking gas range with a pot filler. Upstairs features 5 bedrooms, highlighted by a romantic primary retreat with its own fireplace, fully appointed walk-in closet, and a west-facing deck perfectly positioned for sunset views and ocean breezes. The flexible lower level offers an exceptional media retreat or 6th bedroom guest flat, complete with a built-in projector & screen, full bath, and an equipped kitchenette. Step outside into an ultra-private, hedge-lined backyard sanctuary featuring a sunny lawn, mature fruit trees, and an arbor-covered dining patio with a built-in barbecue kitchen. Complete with an attached two-car garage and equipped with solar panels, two Tesla Powerwalls, and two EV chargers in the carport. Ideally situated in Santa Monica's coveted North of Montana neighborhood, within the highly rated Franklin Elementary School District, the home is just moments from both premier boutique shopping and dining on Montana Avenue and the iconic Brentwood Country Mart. This coastal sanctuary is turn-key luxury at its finest.