5 Northern California Coastal Homes and Scenic Build-Ready Lots

Set on a private 1.25-acre lot in West Marin, this custom home balances comfort, design, and a close connection to nature. The chef’s kitchen centers on a large stone island with seating for eight, backed by abundant cabinetry and an easy flow for entertaining. In the living and dining areas, soaring 18-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows draw in daylight and frame expansive views. The main-level primary suite reads like a spa retreat, featuring a jetted soaking tub, double rain shower, heated floors, and stone finishes. Upstairs, two bedrooms include one with a micro-kitchen, alongside a skylit bath and a spacious family room. Multiple patios, a large deck, hot tub, fire pit, and an artist studio extend life outdoors, with greywater systems, a cistern, and LED lighting supporting a more sustainable routine.

On Burning Tree Road in Ocean Colony, this spacious coastal residence is designed for easy living and effortless entertaining. Multiple living areas create room to gather or unwind, from a dedicated billiards room to a cozy fireplace nook, plus a bright sunroom that extends the daily living space. An open kitchen anchors the home with an island, stainless appliances, and a dining bar that keeps conversation close at hand. The primary bedroom is generously scaled and includes an en-suite bath and walk-in closet. Practical upgrades add quiet confidence, including solar with two Tesla Powerwalls and a new roof. Set near The Ritz-Carlton, along with golf, tennis, and more, it offers a coastal routine that feels both relaxed and well-connected.

Along the water’s edge in Half Moon Bay, this exceptional, build-ready lot offers a rare opportunity to shape a custom home with an unmistakably coastal outlook. Set on a 12,000+ sq ft parcel in sought-after westside Miramar, the site pairs generous space with a scenic setting—anchored by expansive ocean views from the future home site. Approved plans are included, helping streamline the path from concept to construction, and a paid 5/8 CCWD water reservation adds meaningful value to the development process. With San Mateo County permitting and regulations to be confirmed by the buyer, the groundwork is thoughtfully in place for a residence designed around light, horizon lines, and the daily rhythm of life by the sea.

Size: 0.29 acres

Set on over 12 scenic acres in Santa Rosa, this rare offering overlooks the 18th tee at the Santa Rosa Golf & Country Club, pairing open golf course views with a canopy of majestic mature oak trees. The setting feels both expansive and serene, with the kind of quiet that invites slow mornings and unhurried evenings outdoors. Beyond its natural beauty, the land presents a range of possible uses—envision a private estate, a vineyard, an orchard, or space for livestock—each shaped by the property’s generous scale and tranquil backdrop. With acreage of this caliber and a location defined by green fairways and longstanding oaks, the site also hints at future development possibilities, offering room to imagine what comes next.

Size: 12.00 acres

Along the Northern California coast in the highly desirable Moss Beach community, this vacant lot offers a rare chance to shape a personal retreat in a setting defined by sea air and open horizons. With a clean, build-ready canvas, the property invites imagination—whether your vision leans toward a charming cottage, a quiet weekend getaway, or a long-term investment designed to evolve over time. There’s a simplicity here that feels refreshing: land, location, and the freedom to create something that suits how you want to live. Moss Beach lends a sense of coastal ease, balancing small-community character with the daily rhythm of the shoreline nearby. It’s the kind of place where plans can be drawn slowly and thoughtfully, with the coast always part of the experience.