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THE FINE ART OF LIVING WELL

Upon arrival, beyond the private, gated entrance of this magnificent property a dreamlike reverie colors your vision, awakens the senses, and illustrates the authentic experience of Old-World elegance. The seamless blending of unprecedented craftsmanship with the lavish use of artisanal materials, exquisite expanses of space, and an unprecedented level of attention extended to precise planning, is melded together with extensive custom amenities and replete throughout the entirety of this exceptional, three-plus acre, Rancho Santa Fe Covenant estate.  Such sophisticated and gracious attention to the fine art of living well, is rarely achieved as effortlessly or abundantly, as is evident throughout every square inch of 16221 Via Del Alba.

“A legacy of quality is meticulously executed and maintained throughout the flawless 3 acres.” Garret Milligan

Skillful mastery of architectural details, a plethora of imported and authentic materials, and an elevated usage and execution of each, are reflected both within the storied walls of the home’s interior, as they are amongst the flawless grounds. In addition to lush, tropical landscaping, including more than 60 stunningly mature Olive Trees and countless specimen Palms, there are numerous intimate alcoves for reflection and relaxation. One especially unique feature of this tremendous estate is the regulation-sized, Sand Volleyball Court, engineered for precision draining and year-round use. The vast exterior hardscape boasts an extraordinary culinary assemblage of grand design with a custom, handcrafted Pizza Oven, as well as a resort-style, 50-foot circular, custom-designed Pool with waterfalls, beach entry, slide, and sprawling stone patio surround. This property represents the pinnacle of residential perfection and provides an ideal “canvas” for either sophisticated or casual entertaining and illustrates the culmination of a lifestyle dedicated to quality, set amongst an irreplicable and impeccably curated, resort-like oasis.

“The pinnacle of residential perfection, illustrating the culmination of a lifestyle dedicated to the art of living well, set amongst an impeccably curated, resort-like oasis.” Garret Milligan

The Main house boasts four bedrooms, four full and three half baths with innumerable and sophisticated systems such as property-specific, producing Water Well; Whole Home Filtration; “Crestron” Smart Home System; “William Ohs” custom and handmade kitchen cabinetry; luxurious, state-of -the-art Home Theater; large Game Room with numerous custom features; handset, Herringbone patterned stone ceiling; Century-Aged Beams; Pre-Civil War Wooden plank flooring; beautifully-detailed, interior Stone Wine Cellar and Bar, abundant hand-forged Iron Work and Fixtures throughout; hand carved Wooden doors and Built-in Cabinetry. The gracious primary suite features an interior, custom-designed and outfitted, wellness salon and luxurious bathroom design and individual, custom, oversized closets.

Detached is a Guest Suite with en-suite bath (currently used as a Home Gym); and an exterior, custom, handcrafted Imported Stone kitchen complete with pizza oven and adjacent fire pit. An additional exterior building features an executive office, two half baths, as well as an equine facility of unparalleled thoughtfulness and custom features, such as three oversized horse stalls, a tack room with laundry, and wash rack with hot and cold water. Generous culinary consideration was utilized in creating the multiplicity of raised, irrigated, 100% organic garden beds, which include a selection of Leafy Greens, Herbs, Melons, Tomatoes and the additional offering of a variety of Citrus trees…a sought-after and well-loved hallmark within Rancho Santa Fe.

Travel the world over, and one is still “wowed and breathless” by the truly outstanding home, property, elevated lifestyle and legacy of quality which are represented throughout every carefully planned, impeccably executed and meticulously maintained inch of this phenomenal estate.

3+ Gated and Fenced Acres | Private Water Well | 4 BD | 4 Full 3 Half BA | Detached 1 BD 1 BA Guest Suite

3 Stall Barn | Tack Room | Office | 2 Half BA \ $14,000,000

Garret Milligan | COMPASS  858.692.3308  Garret@MilliganRE.com  MilliganRE.com  DRE 01848820

Living in Southern California can definitely spoil a person; another sunny day, another pretty view becomes par for the course. Then there are places so special, that embrace the lifestyle, the beauty, and the fun so completely, they cannot be taken for granted and are appreciated every single day.

Such is the case with this sprawling estate on over an acre in a secluded, yet convenient and coveted Solana Beach location. “This home is nestled in a wonderful Westside canyon with private gated entry and incredible views all the way to La Jolla,” shares Garret Milligan with Compass who represents the property. ”But what really sets it apart is the combination of lavish but comfortable, perfectly designed interiors and how those spaces all interact with the incredible luxury playground of amenities outdoors.”

The expansive grounds include such features as an elaborately-designed, free-form rock pool with waterslide, walled private patio with outdoor shower, a secluded “sports court” area, including basketball hoop, Volleyball court option, and skateboard mini-ramp.

For more relaxed enjoyment there are wrap-around patios, family-fruit orchard, built-in firepit with cozy seating, charming Koi pond, and Jacuzzi adjacent to Master Bedroom patio. For entertaining there are two incredible outdoor kitchens, one of which adjoins the interior kitchen with “pass-through” window, and a Twin Eagle Outdoor pizza oven. The second is replete with a Lynx Grill/Rotisserie, refrigerator, sink/prep area as well as a plush exterior living space with TV and Sonos sound bar. The added convenience of artificial, easy keeping Turf graces most exterior spaces, and provides a soft balance to the vast and impactful hardscape surrounding this dream property.

The elevated, luxuriously appointed interiors and thoughtful, flexible floorplan represent the pinnacle of SoCal living and will charm you from the moment you step through the bold front entrance.

“The lifestyle and design here are ideal for a variety of living arrangements and could easily accommodate families of all sizes, empty-nesters with adult children, or even a bachelor/bachelorette looking for an ultimate retreat and home office. The sky is truly the limit.” ~ Garret Milligan

Enormous wood beams and vaulted ceiling offer the perfect juxtaposition to the fine, wide-plank, White Oak
flooring throughout. There are numerous opportunities to showcase art collections, as well as a versatile palette for any number of furnishing styles.

Exceptional master suite on the main level includes a richly-hued, walk-in closet with numerous built-ins, and master bath complete with soaking tub, fireplace and large shower with multiple shower heads. The remaining bedrooms, each with en-suite baths, additional living space and spacious pool-side suite with large closet and bath rest comfortably on the home’s lower level with outdoor access and sunshine filled views from each.

Fit for “Top Chef” status, the superb gourmet kitchen offers top of the line everything including Wolf Range
& Sub-Zero refrigerator, large center island, expansive pantry, and custom leather Quartzite countertops. The spacious three-car garage, Tesla station, and high quality finishes throughout complete this unrivalled
package and present for an incomparable lifestyle, no matter the size or ages of your family. Garret invites you to visit this gem and experience how the gracious living and an extensive exterior playground combine to provide, what he describes as, the ultimate luxury oasis!

“’Build it, and they will come’”, he says, “Surely that line from the movie Field of Dreams must have been spoken with this outstanding property in mind.”

5 BD | 5.5 BA | 1.03 Acres | 565 Canyon Drive, Solana Beach | $8,500,000 – SOLD

Garret Milligan | COMPASS  858.692.3308  Garret@MilliganRE.com  MilliganRE.com  DRE 01848820

The first things you’ll notice are the ocean views. Overlooking Solana Beach and Fletcher Cove, the whole home was designed to create an unbroken sightline to the stunning Pacific. But as you settle in you notice there is so much more …

“Just say the word, ‘entertain’, when you walk in and lights come on at the perfect setting, blinds open to the view, and your favorite station plays on surround sound, “ points out Jam Zayer, who represents this new construction on one of the most exclusive streets in Solana Beach. “The home can actually be programed to cater to your specific tastes and needs.”

No expense was spared in the creation of this high tech modern coastal estate. Oversized picture windows, automated sliding doors, and seamless glass railings, inside and out, ensure there are no barriers between you and that priceless view. The clean modern lines, open spaces, and muted palette all serve to compliment the reflections of the ocean blue.

Gated for privacy and security, you enter through a large glass pivot door that opens to huge ceilings, glass, and light. A sleek staircase leads to the homes’ epicenter, a multi-level, multi-experience great room where disappearing sliders open up the entire west facing wall to the view. Oversized spa textured porcelain tile from Spain flows through out the home and onto the deck, giving the modern design an organic feel. Ruta Yungling, of Ruta Designs struck a beautiful balance of luxury and comfort.

The great room starts with the living room and formal dining that looks out over the wrap around deck and spool (swim in place jetted pool and spa). Here you can enjoy movie night from the JVC 4K overhead projector with 150 inch screen. A half level up, overlooking it all, is another sitting area, informal dining, and a modern lux kitchen with all of the bells and whistles.

“It’s all about the beach lifestyle. The ultimate convenience location on one of the most exclusive streets in Solana Beach with amazing walkability to Fletcher Cove beach, the Cedros Design District, shops, restaurants, train station, and Del Mar Racetrack.” ~ Jam Zayer

European white gloss cabinets, Eternal Calacatta gold suede quartz countertops, gourmet Miele kitchen suite, 66-inch smart built-in refrigerator/freezer, MasterCool built-in dual-zone wine cooler, all with custom floor and upper cabinet lighting.

The homes 4,830 square feet has been perfectly planned to offer every convenience with no space wasted. There are four large bedroom suites, including the primary suite with jaw dropping views and another JVC 4K projector system, a bonus room with entertainment bar, home office, laundry room, additional downstairs sitting room, oversized showroom garage, and an outdoor lounge area with built-in seating, firepit and summer kitchen.

The technology here is off the charts and wired for smart home voice command using Lutron connect, Apple home kit, and Ting fiber optic internet with Eero wifi system. Whole home custom voice/touch programming/scheduling for the lights, Sonos surround sound speakers/whole house media, auto-blinds, security(interior/exterior) nest system, and Door bird smart gate controller with camera mean you are protected and connected.

“Everything is about lifestyle here,” Jam continues,” The ultimate convenience location with amazing walkability to Fletcher Cove beach, the Cedros Design District, shops, restaurants, train station, Del Mar Racetrack. This is what luxury living is about.”

For details visit: www.141sgranados.com

Offered at $8,795,000

JAM ZAYER REALTOR, The Zayer Group

760.402.0595 Jam@zayergroup.com  www.thezayergroup.com  DRE # 01870669

Photos by Curb 360 & Paul Body

“The exotic mature plantings by LA landscape designer Judy Kameon of Elysian Landscapes create unique outdoor “rooms” in La Jolla, in escrow.” LINDA SANSONE & DEBORAH GREENSPAN

“Pick fruit from your sun filled courtyard where nature becomes part of your everyday living environment, sold in The Lakes.” BRIAN CONNELLY

“Pick a fresh lime for a cocktail from your garden that would make the French Laundry blush… farmhouse style compound sold in Encinitas.” CUTTER AND CHACO CLOTFELTER

“This spacious home in Poway, in escrow, is on a spacious lot with fruit trees and beautiful spaces to garden, play, and entertain.” LINDSAY DUNLAP

“The front courtyard and welcoming gardens draws one’s eyes through the heart of Rancho Santa Fe Covenant.” CATHLEEN SHERA

“The front courtyard and welcoming gardens draws one’s eyes through the  exquisite, vaulted foyer to the golf course, rolling hills and countryside beyond.” MARY RASER

Masterfully designed to showcase the water, Villa Delfino creates a lifestyle harmonious with sun and sea. The property’s 4850 square feet of indoor/outdoor living space includes 3BD/3.5BA, an office/den, expansive great room, and five distinct outdoor living spaces.

“Some of the most exciting lifestyle homes I have had the pleasure to sell reveal stunning panoramas, retreat experiences, and create a harmonious setting that creates a life well lived. Villa Delfino is one of these special residences.” Michelle Serafini

Imagine waking up in a room with a stunning view, eating breakfast in an outdoor living room surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, working from your dedicated home office complete with floor to ceiling doors that open to a private deck with hot tub with expansive ocean views, then sipping a cocktail at the end of the day sitting in your lanai-styled deck listening to the sound of the waves as they kiss and caress the rocks on the reef below while the sun sinks into the horizon.

That is the Villa Delfino lifestyle. This residence offers 65 feet of some of the most breathtaking oceanfront in Southern California. The position of the home on the lot, along with the elevation from the surf serves up phenomenal 180-degree coastal vistas that include the famed Bird Rock, Point Loma, jaw-dropping sunsets and just a half block to one of the most sought-after surf spots in the San Diego.

“Well-designed homes, no matter the location, do not focus on square footage but rather on how the home functions for its residents.” Michelle Serafini

By designing with a focus on experience, Michael Morton, AIA, Marengo Morton Architects, designed spaces that harmonize with the property’s natural environment.

His design team worked on shaping a residence not based on how much square footage could be built under roof, rather how to flawlessly mesh every interior space of the home with exterior spaces creating a lifestyle that is in harmony with nature.

In the past year the desire for harmony and design have become a key checklist item for buyers. Buyers see their homes as sanctuaries, as a place where functional spaces must offer a connection to nature and create a sense of harmony and privacy. Sometimes people do not equate oceanfront living as the place to find that harmony and privacy, rather they think beach with no privacy and lots of action.

That is not the case at Villa Defino in La Jolla. From the moment you open the gate and enter the residence, you are enveloped with Zen-inspired qualities, from refined finishes including reclaimed Indonesian teak flooring and African Mahogany doors to Italian mosaic tiles and rich granite and stone, everywhere your eye lands there is a bespoke finish accompanied by endless views of the ocean.

This smart home is one of just a handful of oceanfront properties available in Southern California that offers privacy, security, and convenience yet is in close proximity to restaurants, boutiques, ocean access, and sandy beaches.

Villa Delfino offers a lifestyle experience many buyers desire but only a few are fortunate to own.

For details visit: VillaDelfinoLaJolla.com

Price Upon Request

For information on this home contact  Michelle Serafini, COMPASS Realtor | Certified International Property Specialist  858-829-6210  michelle.serafini@compass.com  DRE 01411969

You can embrace nature and simplicity in your own space with the following inspired finds:

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In her own words:
“One of my signature looks is to have the dining nook off the kitchen mostly glass. A solarium, or sunroom to really enjoy the outdoor beauty. I find that everyone wants to sit at a table in a room of light and glass.”
– Susan Spath

Here are some of the fabulous finds featured in this dining room:

As we head into the season of holiday parties and cocktail hours, we wanted to showcase some of the most spectacular home happy hour set ups around town.

“This full bar becomes a stunning al fresco lounge when you open the doors to the beautiful loggia with fireplace and legendary RSF Covenant Golf Course views.” LINDA SANSONE

“Renovated by a top design firm to the stars with incredible style and quality, sip your favorite beverage in gated Sandy Lane with 50’ of direct beach access.” ERIC IANTORNO

“A bold, vibrant, majestic scene is set in this impressive hillside estate featuring a restaurant style bar to enjoy a cocktail and the WORLD CLASS VIEWS.” SUSANA CORRIGAN & PATTY COHEN

“Enjoy a drink at the fully stocked, gorgeously modern bar before you head out to the 1,100 sf of outdoor entertaining space on one of the quietest streets in Coronado.” SCOTT AURICH

“Delight in entertaining from this majestic estate atop a sweeping hillside in South Pointe Farms with 28 foot ceilings and a saloon style bar.” TIM VAN DAMM

“Breathtakingly beautiful estate, sold in Santaluz, showcased modern Mediterranean architecture and gorgeous entertaining areas including the full sit down bar.” MARY HEON

Create your own inviting retreat with the following inspired finds:

Be unpredictable! We love these complimentary elements if you’re looking to make a bold change to your interiors.

JUNIOR, ATTACHED, DETACHED, REPURPOSED

Depending on the layout of your property and your needs, you have some choices as to the type of ADU you build.

Junior ADU’s or JADU’s are created out of space already within your home. A JADU does not require its own bathroom but it does require its own separate outdoor entrance and a small cooking area including a sink.  An Attached ADU would be an addition that shares a wall with your main residence but is still required to have a distinct, separate entrance and would have its own bathroom.  If you have the space a Detached ADU is an entirely separate structure. You can also Repurpose Existing space, ie a garage or basement. A popular option is to add a second story to a free standing garage, thereby preserving parking and also not taking up additional yard space.

Speaking of parking, this is another accommodation you must factor in to your construction. There are many rules and exceptions to navigate in making sure you have the appropriate parking, check with www.sandiego.gov

YOUR ADU LAYOUT

In choosing floorplan of your ADU you need to look at who will be using the space. If you are using it as a rental you would probably include a full kitchen rather than a smaller kitchenette.  If you have more limited space you can choose a studio layout that utilizes a murphy bed. If space allows there are floorplans that accommodate one or two full bedrooms.  Our publisher Tracy went with a 1BD/1BA layout that includes a full kitchen, living room, bedroom and bath with washer/dryer, all in 426 square feet.

THE BUSINESS OF ADU’S

The city of San Diego has always been a vacation destination, but with affordable housing in short supply, the recent changes to ADU laws have created an opportunity for renters and homeowners to capitalize on the shift in regulation.

More sectors than just the rental housing market are benefitting from the loosening of California’s ADU regulations. The increased demand for accessory dwelling units, has had a ripple effect on construction and small-home builders.  One such local business is Instant Guest Homes; they pivoted aspects of their offerings to meet the rising demand. We spoke with Instant Guest Home founder Michael Avery, a California Architect and Licensed Builder about the recent boom:

“We started before the new ADU laws were enacted. Back then it was called Medical Cottages. After the Red tape had been cleared for homeowners to build ADUs, our business boomed. We now have more than one type of client and are now serving families who stay together – both elderly loved-ones and younger family members who prefer to stay close to home.  We have a lot of clients looking to supplement their retirement or offset the cost of their home with rental income. There are also many investor-clients who see a fast and legal opportunity to turn one rental home, into two.”

Some San Diegans fear the looser regulations could result in loss of neighborhood personality, especially since HOAs, CC&Rs or neighborhood groups cannot prevent homeowners from building ADUs on single-family lots. To ease these concerns, cities like Encinitas provided numerous permit-ready plans with flexible material choices. Additionally, many builders offer semi-customizable units to blend with the character of the surrounding area.

“We allow our customers to modify their new homes with colors and finishes and even window and door placements. We have structural and roof options also,” states Michael, “Our goal is to allow anyone to design their own custom home.”

Custom options allow homeowners to protect the investment overall and ensure that their new ADU serves to increase their property value, not detract from it. This is one reason why choosing your contractor/builder is the most important step in this process.