Home of the Day: Malibu hacienda, margaritas optional
This gated, three-acre Malibu Canyon retreat offers an authentic taste of Spanish Colonial architecture and lush, grounds with mature landscaping, pool and spa.
An exterior draped in bright bougainvillea sets the stage for this Spanish-style estate in the canyons of Malibu. Set on three scenic acres, the home features such outdoor fiesta space as a swimming pool and spa, a built-in grilling station and multiple patios. Inside, the living space is rustic yet bright with vaulted ceilings, colorful hand-painted tiles and rows of French doors.
Address: 6162 Ramirez Canyon Road, Malibu, 90265
Price: $6.295 million
Built: 1985
Lot size: 3.0 acres
House size: 3,735 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms
Features: Wood-beamed ceilings, imported hand-painted tiles, Cantera stone fireplaces, landscaped grounds, gazebo, four-car garage, brick patio areas, pool and spa with built-in grill and entertaining amenities
About the area: The median sale price for single-family homes in the 90265 ZIP Code in March was $3.617 million, based on 27 sales, according to CoreLogic. That was a 59.9% increase in median price compared with March 2015.
Agents: Rochelle Maize, Gayle Weiss, Nourmand & Associates, (310) 274-4000
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