5 Malibu and Pacific Palisades Estates with Iconic Ocean Views

Beyond private gates on Point Dume, this exceptionally private blufftop estate is awash with natural light and framed by ocean, island, and Queen’s Necklace views. The single-level layout opens to expansive lawns and manicured landscaping, with a large swimming pool, spa, and a huge entertaining deck overlooking the shoreline. Inside, high ceilings, skylights, built-ins, picture windows, and wraparound walls of glass keep the pool, gardens, and horizon in constant view. The main living area connects a fireplace-warmed living room, dining area with tray ceiling and service bar, media room/library lined with bookshelves, and a chef’s kitchen with top-quality appliances and an island with bar seating, opening to a patio for poolside al-fresco dining. Four bedrooms include a guest suite with kitchenette, while the primary suite adds a walk-in closet, sauna, and spa-like bath with stonework and skylights—made for unhurried, sea-facing days.

From its plateau above Bonsall Canyon in Malibu, this Ed Niles, FAIA–designed estate frames mountain and Pacific Ocean views through expansive glass walls and an abundance of natural light. Modern in both structure and spirit, the residence blends concrete, steel, and glass beneath a dramatic wing-shaped butterfly roof, with 1,500 square feet of cantilevered stone terraces extending the indoor-outdoor rhythm. Inside, Italian marble floors, custom hand-painted pillars, and a subtle coastal palette set a calm, gallery-like tone. Six wings radiate from a central hall, ranging from a soaring living room and quiet study to an open great room with gourmet kitchen, dining, and family area. A private primary wing offers a spa-inspired bath with glass-enclosed shower and Italian marble soaking tub, plus custom closets. Outdoors: pool, spa, gardens, outdoor kitchen/BBQ, shaded dining pavilion, and equestrian facilities with direct trail access.

Along the water’s edge on Malibu’s Carbon Beach, this newly renovated oceanfront residence has been reimagined down to the studs with a calm, modern sensibility. Oak wood floors and natural stone finishes set a grounded tone, while 9-foot ceilings and clean lines keep the atmosphere crisp and airy. Walls of glass frame ocean views and draw in an ever-changing wash of light. The kitchen is both sculptural and practical, outfitted with Miele appliances, Calacatta Vagli countertops, and a waterfall island designed as a true gathering point. Upstairs, the primary suite pairs vaulted ceilings with an oceanfront terrace, walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired soaking tub with Calacatta stone accents. Outside, a pool deck and seamless indoor-outdoor flow complete the sun-drenched rhythm of beachfront living.

Commanding the Encinal Bluffs along Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, this exceptionally private blufftop garden estate pairs mid-century modern elegance with 21st-century energy efficiency. Reimagined and expanded by W3 Architects in 2009, the residence is defined by vanishing glass walls that pull ocean-and-island views into pavilion-style living, dining, and kitchen spaces, then out again to decks, terraces, patios, and gardens. A beautiful wood staircase rises to a glass-walled loft—designed for naps, yoga, and quiet reverie—while abundant natural light highlights refined woodwork and cabinetry throughout. Four en-suite bedrooms include a primary retreat with sitting area, office with built-ins, a spa-style skylight bath, and pocket doors to a large ocean-view deck. Outdoors: tennis and sports courts, a solar-heated pool and spa, an outdoor kitchen with stone pizza oven, a detached guest house, and direct beach access—set for days that unfold seamlessly indoors and out.

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A study in contemporary comfort with classic traditional architecture, this new construction by renowned builder Fountainhead Homes sits in the exclusive Riviera neighborhood of Pacific Palisades. Spanning three stories, the residence pairs timeless elegance with luxurious contemporary finishes across six generously sized bedrooms and nine impeccably designed bathrooms. A stately exterior gives way to warm, light-filled interiors, where rich wood flooring, detailed millwork, and soaring ceilings set a refined tone. At the center, a chef’s kitchen is tailored for modern living with state-of-the-art appliances, custom cabinetry, and an oversized island designed for easy gatherings. Formal living and dining rooms transition gracefully into casual family spaces, balancing grandeur with everyday ease. The family room opens to an expansive backyard retreat with a sparkling pool and manicured gardens that offer privacy, creating a serene backdrop for daily life.