13 Luxurious Homes Available in California & Texas

This very private, peaceful, Balinese-style resort estate offers a lifestyle of indoor-outdoor glamor with a sweeping panorama of the ocean and the sparkling Queen’s Necklace from every room. Located in ultra-desirable, close-in Big Rock on more than three-quarters of an acre, this one-of-a- kind residence has amenities galore: pool with a waterfall and a cabana

Size: 3,929 sf

Price: $8,499,000

Listing details: A guesthouse, an enormous entertainer’s deck with a spa, high beamed ceilings, hardwood and imported stone floors, and sensational landscaping with lawns, a fruit orchard, and a fragrant plumeria tree. Designed as a year-round getaway, the home is detailed with decorative Balinese woodwork and finishes for an exotic, tropical atmosphere.

Contact: Tracy Lynn Testin & Marcel Jany, Sotheby’s International Realty, +1 310.940.5578, 818.424.7981

Experience the awe-inspiring allure of this property located in the Santa Susana Knolls, boasting a captivating architectural masterpiece. Designed by the renowned David C. Martin, AIA of A. C. Martin Partners, this residential sculpture stands as a testament to power & drama. Nestled within an expansive landscape encompassing approximately 111+/- acres, this property is a feast for the senses.

Size: 10,265 sf

Price: $5,600,000

Listing details: Enchanted by the iconic natural surroundings, featuring a striking display of rare plantings, majestic rock formations & waterfalls. With its undeniable beauty, this radiant residence transcends traditional expectations & leaves a lasting impression. Additional features of this extraordinary estate include a self-contained guesthouse with two bedrooms, an infinity edge swimming pool & tranquil meditation gardens.

Contact: Julliann Woods, Pinnacle Estate Properties Inc., +1 818.201.4046

A rare opportunity to acquire a highly sought after location on the Bluff in Palos Verdes with 180-degree unobstructed views. Nestled along the prestigious Paseo Del Mar in Palos Verdes Estates, this stunning residence is true luxury coastal living. Boasting unparalleled, unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean, the enchanting rolling hills and the striking bluffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, this home offers a rare opportunity to experience the epitome of the Southern California lifestyle.

Size: 2,815 sf

Price: $9,500,000

Listing details: Wake up to panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from nearly every room, this 3-bedroom,2 1/2-bathroom home provides a front-row seat to awe-inspiring sunsets and the soothing sound of crashing waves. With generously sized rooms, high ceilings and an abundance of natural light, the interior exudes a sense of openness and serenity. The meticulously landscaped grounds provide a private sanctuary where you can enjoy al fresco dining on the expansive patio, relax in the lush gardens or take a dip in the pool while soaking in the coastal ambiance. Situated in one of the most coveted neighborhoods on the Peninsula, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquility and accessibility, with proximity to world-class schools, parks, golf courses and the vibrant coastal community.

Contact: Susan Harvey & Claire Harvey, Desert Pacific Properties, +1 760.250.8992, 760.636.3501

Lake front, Private Beach and Boat Dock: sits on a large, nearly 30,000 sq ft lot with 200 ft of ‘beach front’! Shadow Lake Estates is the desert’s only private residential water recreation lake & community. This state-of- the-art 46-acre lake offers water skiing, boating, sailing and fishing.

Size: 3,181 sf

Price: $3,700,000

Listing details: This home includes a large, luxury boat dock with electric boat lift. This home was designed by Gordon Stein and features a great room concept with views from every room! 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, great room, dining room plus a 4 car garage! The setting here is beautiful, with views across a wide part of the lake. Peaceful & quiet, yet in a high growth area. This is a great place for families!

Contact: Jenell Vandenbos, Coldwell Banker Realty, +1 760.831.4126

View View View, discover your own piece of paradise with this incredible view estate home that sits on a Private 23-acre lot in the prestige lush green De Luz area above the Temecula Valley wineries and snowcapped mountains. The main home is Sun filled with breathtaking panoramic views for over 50 miles via 12-foot glass windows from 900 sq. foot living room with soaring 22-foot ceilings. The home has an entertaining wrap around veranda from living room. The owner has invested and worked the past 3 years renovating both homes with nothing spared. Luxury quality upgrades!

Size: 4,949 sf

Price: $2,895,000

Listing details: This large property is excellent for horses, outdoor activities, and crops grown with a rare 2-inch irrigation water line. Land can be split via Riverside County planning. The separate cement guest parking area fits 15 cars and could be enclosed. There are 4 storage buildings for all the toys. Riverside County allows gun practice. This is the second time in 50 years this property will be sold. There are fruit trees, palms, California Oak, and Eucalyptus trees. Tucked away in your own private sanctuary, this home provides a tranquil retreat while conveniently located from shopping, dining, and wineries. Required PROOF OF FUNDS prior to making an appointment.

Contact: Fara Salamat, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, +1 310 623 0880

This stunning property, built in 1964, offers breathtaking ocean views and a 60s aesthetic. This home, known to be the former oceanfront residence of Sonny and Cher is located in Mandalay Shores. The house is a perfect blend of nature and elegance.

Size: 2,919 sf

Price: $5,200,000

Contact: Desti and Michele, RE/MAX, +1 805.509.5404, 805.312.1529

Back on the Market with new pricing. The John Baldessari Gallery Residence, 2018, Frank O. Gehry, CC, FAIA. John Baldessari and Frank Gehry! As impossible to pigeonhole a style of these giants of art and architecture, so it is with their collaboration on John’s own home, the model of which was featured center at LACMA’s Frank Gehry Retrospective.

Size: 3,898 sf

Price: $5,900,000

Listing details: It’s modern, of course, and constructed of the finest materials and accessories available, but in understanding the work, and its success, these terms seem almost irrelevant. It is probably best described in terms of function. Frank and John were friends. From stories about John, one can imagine a request that may have gone like this: Frank, I’m tired of traipsing up and down stairs every time I want something from the kitchen.

Contact: Julia Hodges & Crosby Doe, Crossby Doe Associates, +1 310.880.1070, 310.428.6755

This 2,010-acre ranch, just 10 minutes south of Uvalde, Texas, offers easy access with Hwy 83 frontage and around 2 miles of paved interior roads. The high-fenced property is turn- key and features a hacienda-style main home overlooking the Nueces River, with 4 bedrooms including 2 casitas, Wolf appliances, a courtyard, and a pool with a waterfall.

Size: 4,729 sf

Price: $10,900,000

Listing details: Additional improvements include a hunter’s lodge, foreman’s home, and employee’s house. The deer breeding operation has produced incredible 200+ class deer, with all blinds and feeders conveying. 3,000+/- ft of Nueces River frontage offers easy access for swimming and relaxation.

Contact: Drew Colvin & Mike Bacon, Texas Ranch Brokers, +1 512.755.2078, 512.940.8800

Enjoy resort-style living at this luxurious, private, 10-acre estate in Upper Ojai boasting gated entries, seven-bedroom main house with two guest wings and three fireplaces

Size: 7.285 sf

Price: $5,550,000

Listing details: Pool house, swimming pool with beach entrance and wading pool, spa, gym, artist’s loft, lighted tennis court, horse facilities, outdoor kitchen with pizza oven, patio fireplace, family orchard, three-car garage + two-car garage, and spectacular mountain views.

Contact: Nora Davis, Sotheby’s International Realty, +1 805.207.6177

Located within the prestigious Sherwood Country Club, this custom estate on Ladbrook Way showcases Provencal-inspired architecture with commanding views of the second fairway of a Jack Nicklaus-designed course. The home combines privacy, meticulous craftsmanship, and elegant design, making it suitable for both relaxed living and formal entertaining.

Size: 21,264 sf

Price: $4,995,000

Listing details: The entry is flanked by roses leading to a wide center hall that opens to breathtaking views. The formal library and dining room offer sophisticated spaces for gatherings. The great room, family room, informal dining, and kitchen provide integrated, comfortable living spaces with garden access.

Contact: Erin Pohl & Bob Pearson, Coldwell Banker Realty, +1 805.870.2002

Perfectly situated above Zuma in the very desirable Sea Star Estates, this gorgeous, private, Tuscan-style compound commands a sweeping panorama of ocean, islands, coastline, and verdant mountainsides. From the breathtaking dual-staircase foyer to the double kitchens, wine cellar, grand terraces, and gym, this is a residence created for sophisticated indoor-outdoor entertaining.

Size: 9,427 sf

Price: $10,450,000

Listing details: Exquisitely renovated, the interior is awash with natural light. Chandelier ceilings, stately columns, and stone floors define rooms that are spacious and elegant, with handsome woodwork and wonderful flow to ocean-view terraces and beautifully landscaped grounds.

Contact: Chris Cortazzo, Compass, +1 310.457.3995

Beautiful Mediterranean estate located in the prestigious, guard-gated Ridgeview Country Estates in Pacific Palisades. A magical courtyard with an outdoor fireplace and water feature leads to dramatic glass door entry. Enter through the foyer into the elegant living room with fireplace, large formal dining room, elegant office, updated kitchen equipped with high-end appliances and finishes adjacent to the family room and bar area with an additional fireplace.

Size: 6,668 sf

Price: $7,498,000

Listing details: A guest suite or maid’s quarters is located on the first level along with the direct access 3 car garage. The grand scale of the rooms with high ceilings and French doors provide a great entertainment flow. Enjoy the beautiful landscaped grounds with a custom outdoor kitchen, mosaic tile pool and spa, numerous inviting outdoor living spaces.

Contact: Cindy Festa, Rodeo Realty, +1 310.704.7152

NEWLY REMODELED, THREE-STOREY, 4,800 SQ FT HOME WITH SPECTACULAR DOWNTOWN TO OCEAN VIEWS! A home of casual elegance. Designed for entertaining, but with quiet privacy on each level and views from every room. The residence includes – 2 Primary Bedroom Suites – 2 Additional Bedrooms

Size: 4,800 sf

Price: $7,770,000

Listing details: 2 Living Rooms – Exercise Room – 2 Offices – Sound Studio for Recording or Podcasting – Pool – Home Theater System – Multiple Heated Decks for Viewing the City – Fire Pit and Fountain Entertainment Area – Outdoor Barbecue and Entertainment Area – Elevator – Solar System – Garage Tesla Charger – AND ONLY 5 MINUTES NORTH OF SUNSET BLVD.

Contact: Jennifer Lexon, TruLine Real Estate, +1 310.228.0528