5 Beachfront, Canyon, and Lakefront Estates Across Greater Los Angeles

Along the water’s edge on one of Malibu Road’s most coveted sandy stretches, this at-grade residence offers 50 feet of pristine private beachfront, privacy, and sweeping sunrise-to-sunset panoramas. Designed by renowned Malibu architect Doug Burdge with interiors by Ferrugio Design, the home unfolds across 4,800+ square feet anchored by a massive great room. A center-island chef’s kitchen connects effortlessly to living space with an entertainment center and a bar with wine cellar, while walls of glass open to a 450-square-foot oceanfront deck for true indoor-outdoor flow. The primary suite is a serene retreat with double closets, a spa-like bathroom, and its own private deck. Above it all, a rare 430+ square-foot roof deck adds a jacuzzi, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor kitchen—an elevated setting for long, salt-air evenings.

From its elevated setting in Lower Bel Air’s prestigious East Gate, this brand-new residence channels Mediterranean calm with modern architectural refinement, designed in collaboration with Eran Gispan of Gispan Design. Double-height glass-and-steel entry doors draw in natural light, while expansive automated sliding walls open the home to a seamless indoor-outdoor rhythm. Organic textures and sun-washed tones carry through custom walnut millwork, handcrafted plaster walls, select-grade hardwood floors, and curated travertine stonework. The chef’s kitchen pairs sculptural presence with integrated Miele and Wolf appliances, ready for entertaining on a grand scale. Lighting by Apparatus and Allied Maker lends a gallery-like ambiance throughout. Five bedroom suites, an executive office, and a state-of-the-art theater support both retreat and gathering. Outside, limestone terraces and balconies overlook layered landscaping anchored by 125-year-old olive trees, with a limestone-clad ADU and rooftop deck completing the hillside escape.

Steps from the beach on a coveted tree-lined street in Santa Monica’s North of Montana, this newly constructed contemporary estate is designed for an easy indoor-outdoor rhythm. Soaring ceilings, warm wood floors, curated finishes, and walls of Fleetwood glass set an airy tone, while the main level moves from formal living and dining to a family room anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. The chef’s kitchen pairs custom DOCA cabinetry from Spain with stone surfaces and a full suite of Miele appliances, plus a butler’s pantry. A private main-level suite adds flexibility, and a floating staircase and elevator connect every floor. Upstairs, the primary retreat opens to a private balcony with a boutique-style dressing room and spa-inspired bath. Below, enjoy a recreation lounge, wet bar, theater, fitness studio, sauna, and steam room. Outside: reflecting pool, olive-framed garden, infinity-edge pool and spa, outdoor kitchen, lawn, guest house, and gated parking.

Beyond private gates on Cliffside Drive in Point Dume, this compound is designed as a quiet Malibu sanctuary with unobstructed ocean views drifting through nearly every room. Fresh upgrades—including a new roof, generator, septic system, and paint—bring peace of mind while maintaining an easy, modern coastal sensibility. Designer-furnished with boutique-hotel polish, the interiors center on sunlit living spaces, an indoor-outdoor flow that feels intuitive, and an ocean-view primary suite paired with a spa-inspired bath. Outdoors, the mood turns resort-like: a newly resurfaced tennis court, deep pool, treehouse, and fire pit are set amid lush tropical landscaping for a sense of total privacy. With the beach, hiking trails, and the Point Dume Headlands just steps away, days here unfold naturally from sea air to sunset.

Along the water’s edge in Lake Sherwood, this lakefront estate unfolds across 1.18 acres with panoramic views of Lake Sherwood and the surrounding mountains. A seamless indoor/outdoor design draws daily life outward, where expansive covered and open-air decks are arranged to maximize the scenery. Inside, sliding pocket doors create an easy open-concept flow, anchored by fireplaces in the living room, family room, and primary suite. The primary suite adds a private balcony and a striking cornerless glass wall with disappearing pocket doors. Entertaining centers on a gourmet chef’s kitchen with a separate butler’s kitchen, while a fully equipped ADU offers a private bedroom, kitchenette, and full bath. A private gym faces lake-and-mountain vistas, and an elevator adds quiet convenience. Exclusive lake use rights, plus a custom resort-style pool and spa, complete the rhythm of waterfront living.