Bella Vista Features & Amenities

GENERAL HIGHLIGHTS

• Built in 1925

• Dates of known renovations: 1931, 1996, 2006, 2015, 2017

• Acreage: Approx. 2.6 Acres

• Living Area: Approx. 10,282 Sq. Ft.

• Main house with 5 bedrooms/6 full 2 half baths and over 8,200 Sq. Ft.

• Detached 2 bedroom/2 bathroom guesthouse with full kitchen that is 989 Sq. Ft.

• Studio Carriage House with full kitchen and ocean views that is approx. 740 Sq. Ft.

• South west facing

• Security gate

• Fully fenced

• Over 4,000 Sq. Ft. of entertaining space and terraces

• 2 car garage with option for 3rd, formally carriage house

• Extensive storage in garage with extra refrigerator and freezer

• Meticulously maintained

• Curated landscaping and gardens

• 55,000 gallon water storage

• Minutes to The Lodge, Beach Club, Pebble Beach Amenities, and Downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea

• The views are layered with The Santa Lucia Mountains as a backdrop to the rugged Point Lobos Coastline and the white sands of Carmel Beach

MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION

• Recently maintained tile roof

• Premium quality materials and finishes

• High quality artisan cabinetry throughout

• Cabinetmaker: Erez Talmor, Beverly Hills, Ca

• Travertine floors

• Brass plumbing fixtures

• Copper downspouts

• Open beam hand hewn timber ceilings

• New carpet (Primary Bedroom)

• Ornamental and ambient lighting

• Custom chandeliers - Paul Ferrante, vintage, custom

• Freshly painted throughout

• Quality storage cabinetry in garage/storage areas

SYSTEMS

• Litetouch lighting

• Creston system for music, entertainment, sound, amplifier

• Audiophile level sound and video throughout

• Radiant heating downstairs

• Forced air heat

• New tankless hot water system

• Whole house water filter

Generator

• Kohler

• Run main house lighting and necessary systems

• Natural gas

• 6 amp battery

Technology

• Security System: First Alert served by First Alarm

• Wi-Fi - New wireless system with eight access points throughout the property

• High speed Pakedge Copper Hardware

• Fully managed network

• Comcast Broadband

• Cisco Network switches

• Carmel audio visual managed

Outdoor System For Entertaining And Bocce Court:

• 14 James Speakers (the Rolls Royce of outdoor speakers)

• Two subwoofers powered by Crown Amplifiers from Claire Brothers provides concert-like sound outdoors

• Additional system of James Box Speakers powered by Crown Amplifier for the expansive hot tub and outdoor living space overlooking Carmel Beach and Point Lobos. Separate rack for this system.

House System:

• High end audio control processor controls the twelve separate zones of audio with thirty speakers all tastefully hidden or painted

• The zones have discreet amplifiers and a Crestron Control System with Crestron Amplifiers

• Apple TV throughout the compound

• 11 Sony TVs tastefully hidden or placed

• Master has pop-up system hidden in cabinetry with second tv in sitting room mahogany cabinetry.

• Sling TV capability available indoors and out

• Controlled with easy to navigate iPad’s throughout the house

• System is easily accessed and serviced though Rack System in Family Room and Garage

OUTDOOR AMENITIES

• Over 4,000 Sq. Ft. of entertaining space and terraces

• Expansive outdoor terrace with sound system, custom lighting, fireplace, fire pit. Large lower terrace for larger scale entertaining with Bocce Court, firepit with heated benches and outdoor kitchen.

• New edge star grill

• Green egg grill and smoker

• Large outdoor fireplace - wood burning gas start

• Gas round firepit on terrace

• Trellis and fountain feature with coral tile and Moroccan travertine

• 3 fountains with water features

• Saltillo tile terrace

• Hot tub with retractable cover and surrounding redwood deck with custom railing and electric infared heat lamp

• 30 foot Bocce Court with traditional oyster shell surface

• Large lower firepit with custom heated bench

• Sports turf for exercise or games

• Italian lighting on terrace

• Formal gardens with Roses, Boxwoods, and Obelisk

• Beautiful hidden ‘Heavenly Gardens’ putting green with bunker and chipping area

• Golf practice area with net and small putting complex

• 1/2 basketball court with foul line and three point line

• Outdoor workout area

• Four balconies

• Four separate outdoor areas

• Carmel stone paths and stairs throughout property

• This compound has activities and gaming opportunities throughout

GARDENS

• Landscape renovation completed in 2018 by celebrated local landscape architect Michelle Comeau

• Gated entry

• Walking pathways around the entire property

• 2.6 gated park-like acres

• Low water and maintenance considerations

• 55,000 gallon water storage tanks for year-round irrigation

• Citrus fruit trees - Orange, Lime, Lemon

• 5 varieties of Apple trees, Plum, Guava, Asian Pears, Bosc Pears, Figs, Avocados

• Raised vegetable gardens

• Grapevines, Lemon Verbena, Lavender Garden

• Prolific cutting gardens

• Drought tolerant plants

• Property sprinkled with numerous Coastal California Oaks

• Two of the oldest Monterey Cypress Trees in Pebble Beach

• A rare nationally registered Monarch Butterfly Way Station Habitat in the US

THE GRAND FOYER

• A traditional Haciendas style arcaded loggia leads to the front entry. A lion’s head fountain with a tumbled corral tile backsplash greets.

• The arched loggia columns are graced with ancient and vivid red bougainvillea

• Curvaceous iron lanterns illuminate the terra cotta tile walkway

• Between the arches lies a breathtaking view of the ocean and beach, lovely landscaped gardens and patios for entertaining or relaxing

• Welcoming views and a feast for the eyes and senses

• Double, cantera wrought iron/glass doors showcase the ocean view

• The large open foyer welcomes and features the original terra cotta tile and wrought iron balustrades, transporting one back to a time of elegant entertaining

• A large iron lantern hangs from the wood hewn ceiling in keeping with the period details

• In Spanish Revival homes, architectural details and Spanish references are everywhere, this elevates every space from functional to grand

• Deep stucco walls support a broad Spanish arche which leads to a triple vaulted ceiling that is illuminated by four wrought-iron and velum screened pierced light sconces

• The ceiling transitions from stucco to wood effortlessly as these natural materials are pervasive throughout the house

• An unexpected quatrefoil viewing portal lets light from the Foyer into the hall gracing two rooms

• The soft skived wood flooring moves to travertine as you move to the kitchen

Loggia Entry

Lower Level Broad Hallway

The Foyer

FORMAL LIVING ROOM

• Wood and iron braced beams anchor the 14’ high ceilings reaching down to meet a stately fireplace and hosts a gold-leaf decorative chandelier and a pair of matching sconces

• The flooring is wide planked stained oak with plug detail echoing the ceiling color to envelop the room in warmth

• The spacious living room is flooded with natural light with ocean views on two sides. French doors (3) let in light and views of the ocean and patio garden.

• The front facing wall features a gracious bay window with ocean and sunset views through the trees. The nook serves as a featured music space with a grand piano. Velvet and silk trimmed drapes hang from decorative iron rods and finials to frame the bay window.

• Its bold but minimal details make the room a wonderful space to display modern art

• The foyer facing wall features an arched niche of illuminated wood shelves with terra cotta travertine tile backing. A perfect spot to display your finest collections.

GRAND FAMILY ROOM

• The soaring, distressed wood hewn gable ceiling and large arched windows (13.5’ ceiling height), frame an expansive ocean, and Carmel Beach view with a Santa Lucia Highlands backdrop. Pebble Beach golf holes and Point Lobos add to the stunning view.

• Chiseled Mexican Cantera stone fireplace anchors the wall flanked by two wood clad French doors leading to the exquisite outdoor patio

• Handsome, custom walnut media cabinet by Erez Talmor of Beverly Hills

• Distressed walnut cabinetry with wax finish and cove moldings; four, large leather doors decorated with an antiqued, iron nail head geometric designs

• Features open niches at top with interior lights, and pull-out interior shelves

• 65” Sony Flat Screen TV; 1080P

• Elegant walnut curved bar with black granite top

• Sub-Zero Ice maker and deep drawer storage beneath

• Copper sink and faucet on back wall

• Antiqued mirrored glass with glass shelves

• Tumbled Travertine tile back wall tie the materials together

• Polished, Travertine Limestone radiant heated floors run from the hall, through the kitchen and family room

• In this naturally lighted room, a third French door leads to another secluded sitting and hot tub refuge with the same extraordinary views

• A Chef’s kitchen that is beautiful, functional and warm with marvelous flow

• Tumbled, multi-color warm gold limestone mini-tiles line the walls along with distressed walnut paneled cabinetry. Counter tops are fossilized brown marble.

• The opposite wall features full height rustic cabinets for dish and pantry storage. They are custom made of gray stained wood, glass & chicken wire. They also include a built-in microwave.

• Built-in walnut paneled: Subzero refrigerator/freezer and paneled Miele dishwasher

• Decorative limestone range hood with acanthus graced corbels frame the Viking Professional 6-burner gas range

A CHEF’S KITCHEN

• Six gas burners and one gas grill, two ovens and overhead fan

• An acanthus leaf and boar mosaic decorates the under hood wall

• The seventeen candle Holly Hunt Alter Light fixture adds up and down mood lighting and holiday display space

• The eat-in, black top honed granite, walnut wood center island seats 4-6. And includes two under-counter sub-zero refrigerators; pot & pan, cookbook and large bowl storage.

• A large kitchen dining nook featuring a 8’ 10” buffet table and elegant goldleaf sconces offers entertaining options

FORMAL DINING ROOM

• A magical space for entertaining, day or night. Spectacular full window wall views of the ocean on one side and an enchanting courtyard view on the other through the two, full height double casement windows.

• Lighted cove moldings and stately, light oak paneling grace the adjacent art walls.

• The narrow oak planked floors are interesting and original, and along with the stucco and wood beam ceiling, they create a subtle backdrop for the magnificent view by day and art pieces in the evening.

A full Butler’s Pantry abuts the Dining Room and includes:

• A copper sink and faucet set

• GE monogram wine cooler

• Undercabinet refrigerator

• Kitchen Aid ice maker

• Coffee/cappuccino station

• The rustic storage cabinetry from the kitchen is reintroduced in the Butler’s Pantry for generous glassware/barware storage.

THE BILLIARD ROOM BAR

• The “wow factor” room

• The journey to the Billiard Room feels like you are going somewhere special and indeed you are entering one of the most spectacular rooms in the house

• The bullnose stair treads are walnut and the rustic tumbled terra cotta tile risers set a deep tone which is echoed by the dark wood ceiling. An elegant wrought-iron hand rail welcomes guests.

• The staircase twists at a cutaway display space and ends at a red velvet curtained entry. Once inside, the wood landing widens at a circular gilled window and you take it all in.

• The wood truss and beam ceiling is dramatic at 13’ 9” height. The iron bracing on the beams adds a feeling of strength and structure to the space.

• On one side, three, double French doors showcase the picture perfect view of the ocean, Carmel Beach, Pebble Beach golf holes and the majestic Santa Lucia Mountains in their various shades of color and light

• On the other side, light streams in from another double French door and a decorative wood casement widow that features the Spanish design element of a brick grill pattern for airflow

• A masterful piece of custom cabinetry again by Erez Talmor displays the highest standards of furniture and woodworking

• High-end furniture grade waxed walnut and Gerber/European Hardware

• Curved front bar with Moorish decorative recessed panels and moldings and a black granite inset top

• The upper back wall bar features multi-leveled walnut framed antiqued mirrors, a large flat screen TV, media cabinet, decorative storage and display space and ambient lighting

• The space behind the bar is as beautiful as the front. The walnut cabinetry continues and has the same black granite countertop. The area has a built-in a sub-zero wine cooler, under-cabinet refrigerator and ice maker, copper sink and faucet set.

• Beautiful walnut recessed paneled wainscotting wraps the remainder of the room and ties it all together

• In the Spanish tradition, two, circular grilled bullseye windows shoot through the triangular apex of the high ceiling front to back, creating visual interest on every surface

• Walnut skived flooring and iron sconces

• The bar has a full bathroom including shower rendering it a perfectly versatile space

• A custom walnut cabinet stores 300 vinyl records and 500 hundred CDs

• The Billiard Room is also large enough to host a billiard table

PRIMARY BEDROOM SUITE

• The dramatic primary bedroom suite is a world on to itself; step inside and you might not want to leave

• The drama begins with the rustic, high truss and beam ceiling secured with wrought iron tie plates which create a focal point for the antique bed. A large gold chandelier adds a refined contrast to the rustic ceiling.

• A handsome walnut cabinet holds a pop-up TV off the foot of the bed for night viewing

• A relaxed seating area faces the fireplace (gas) with its travertine tile hearth. One can read, sleep or just enjoy the ambiance of the flicking flames from all over the room.

• One characteristic feature of Spanish Revival homes is connecting the outside and inside spaces. Here, another large seating area enjoys a private garden with two French doors leading out to a patio with seating and a fragrant, natural refuge.

• A beautiful walnut media cabinet with slide away doors by Erez Talmor holds a TV, a small refrigerator, and closed storage

• Another reading or functional office space lies opposite the French doors. It also opens to nature and the outside with a lovely stone path. Its glass and wood door adds to the illumination of the office or the primary.

• Her walk in closet with floor to ceiling shelves with two built in cabinets

• His walk in closet with shelving and built in bookcase and cabinets

• Not to be outdone, the primary bath makes a statement of its own with its high angular wood ceilings and Spa like details

• Follow the curved windowed hall to enter

• A belltower that acts like a sky light streams in light

• Elegant, His and Hers walnut vanity cabinets with iron nail head detail, large built in mirrors and handmade Iatesta Studio sconces. The sinks are copper hammered with bronze faucets sets.

• A monochromatic tumbled marble tile surround with decorative banding and a marble top encloses a Jacuzzi tub with a lion’s head spigot. Above a small iron grilled window adds to the details and natural light.

• Large windows with shutters flank the marble top tub and peer into the lush garden

• A sit-down, glass enclosed steam shower enhances the spa like amenities.

• Iatesta Studio handmade Sconces

• Tumbled Travertine Limestone tile floors with decorative inserts

• Double valued ceiling with bell tower

• Marble countertops

• Steam shower

• Jacuzzi tub

OFFICE & LIBRARY

• Off the Foyer, wide double wood doors lead to the serene, fully paneled office and library

• The soothing color pallet is achieved with a light stain wash over the oak panels and shelving

• Bookshelves on three sides can accommodate over 3000 books or memorabilia/art

• 10 built in cabinets as well as enclosed desk with computer storage

• The cozy library has views of the Ocean through the front door and a charming view of a private garden and putting/chipping green via the French door on the opposite side

• A gas fireplace warms the room and features a marble surround and wood mantel shelf adding to the peaceful ambience

• Wide and narrow washed wood plank oak floors complete the wood envelopment, a break from the cool stucco of the Foyer

• Original Pine ceiling

• Wrought Iron light fixtures complete the period details

POWDER ROOM

• Chiseled limestone countertop

• Antique glass mirror

• Antique vanity with copper sink

• Hand hewn oak floor

• Custom built-in cabinetry

• Beautiful custom tile bathrooms

• Generous closets

• Stunning views from each room

• Balconies with French windows and doors

• High beam wood ceilings

• Nomi velvet drapes

• Designer fixtures

• Built-in sound system throughout

ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS

• This multipurpose bedroom has served many purposes: from a Nanny’s to a Senior’s bedroom to a Nursery; and a library, playroom and workout room

• Features hardwood floors and a wide double wood plank door for closet storage. There is a deep closed wood cupboard and three drawers for television, computer storage or arts and crafts.

• Full bathroom with shower over tub makes convenient dog washing area

WINE CELLAR

• Temperature controlled

• 1500 bottle capacity plus magnum storage

• Tasting table

• Audio system for music for your tastings

• Additional cold storage for 500 plus bottles

• Hand forged iron railings

• Decorative gate

• Limestone stairs and floors

2 BEDROOM DETACHED GUESTHOUSE

• Full kitchen

• Electric stove and oven, full fridge and freezer, microwave

• Built in banquette, eat in kitchen

• Under cabinet lighting

• Dutch door

• Separate Living Room with gas log fireplace

• Garden views

• 2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms

• Private deck overlooking formal gardens

• Private deck off primary bedroom

• Window seat in 2nd bedroom

• New carpet

• Laundry

• Gabled ceiling

• Built-in sound system

STUDIO CARRIAGE HOUSE

• Kitchen/Living Room combo

• GE fridge/freezer

• 4 burner range and oven

• Granite countertops

• Breakfast bar

• Gas log fireplace

• Saltillo tile floor

• Wood and travertine steps

• Ocean views

• Private patio

• Upstairs studio bedroom with bathroom

EXTRAORDINARY ENTERTAINMENT VENUE

Performance at the house included Lucinda Williams, Jazz trumpeter Joe Gradsen, famed composer Phillip Glass, Poet laureate of the UK, the California classical guitar quartet, physicist Brian Greene.