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listing_id: ML82066227
status: Active
price: 7850000
beds: 4
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 2
sqft_living: 3300
sqft_lot: 222966
lot_acres: 5.118
year_built: 1965
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "55700 Highway 1"
city: Big Sur
state: CA
zip: 93920
county: "Monterey County"
lat: 36.114296
lng: -121.631213
days_on_market: 2
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Mike Gilson"
list_office: "Engel & Volkers Carmel"
list_agent_phone: "(831) 915-0903"
list_agent_license: 01749833
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-11-01
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Monterey County | Big Sur | 93920 | 55700 Highway 1

55700 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

MLS: ML82066227 | Status: Active | Price: $7,850,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 2 /2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Acres Lot Yr Built
4 2 /2 3,300 5.118 1965

Remarks

This oceanfront 5 acre sanctuary with panoramic views is located half a mile from the renowned Esalen Institute. Set on a private forested promontory with a fresh water spring and a rare Big Sur banana belt climate, the residence recently received comprehensive updates to it's infrastructure & landscaping. Designed by architects Francis Palms & Mickey Muennig, the main house features two stories of ocean facing glass, each with it's own wood burning stone fireplace. On the upper level, the grand cupolaed living room & open kitchen & their decks all enjoy spectacular views of the Pacific. The primary suite faces a fireplace with floor to ceiling glass allowing ocean views on each side, and the radiant heated marble floor bathroom's tub looks into it's own secret garden. Also upstairs is a traditional Japanese room with it's own zen garden with Bodhi Tree, as well as a study/kids room, a 1/2 bath, and a garage with interior access into the home. The lower level features a gorgeous Meunnig designed curved desk facing fireplace and ocean atop the heated Italian stone floor set between 2 bdrms, a bath, and 4 entrances to the oceanfront gardens. Nearby, a path leads to an adorable cottage with an endless pool. This very rare home literally embodies the serenity and spirit of Big Sur.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82066227
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.
Days on Site 2

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Kitchen Pantry
Appliances Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Dining Area in Family Room, Dining Bar
Family Room Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Fireplace Wood Burning
Laundry In Utility Room
Cooling None
Heating Fireplace, Radiant

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition, Metal
Foundation Combination, Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Pool Above Ground, Cover

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District Carmel Unified
High School District Carmel Unified
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Spring
Zoning SFR

Contact Information

Mike Gilson
Engel & Volkers Carmel
License #: 01749833
Phone: (831) 915-0903

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This listing information is up-to-date as of November 01, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Mike Gilson, (831) 915-0903.