Mark Mills-Designed Montabela Retreat in Carmel, California Asks $6.78 Million
$6,789,000 | 1978 | 2,737 Sq. Ft. | 3 Beds | 3 Baths | 9.39 Acres
When the perfect location meets the most glorious views, the result is magical. When that magical combination is framed by a home that is truly a sculptural inspiration, then the entire package is nothing short of magnificent. Welcome to Montabela, a Monterey Peninsula property like no other. The 2,700 square foot, 3-bedroom, 3-bath home sits perfectly atop a Jack’s Peak ridge with expansive views of Monterey Bay to the North and Carmel Bay with Point Lobos to the South. Designed by renowned local architect Mark Mills, who camped at this location and imagined the perfect residence to blend inspired architectural design with nature while encapsulating the wants and needs of his clients. Never before on the market, Montabela provides the opportunity to own 9.39 acres of private land in an ideal setting. Enjoy the Jack’s Peak lifestyle with expansive views, easy access to all the Monterey Peninsula communities, a productive well, abundant fruit trees, a secluded hiking trail, solar power, and a lifestyle all its own. Montabela…the beautiful mountain, like a perfect piece of art.
Tim Allen • [email protected] • (831) 214-1990
Tim Allen Properties | Coldwell Banker Realty
Photography Credit: Sherman Chu
Mark Mills Designed ‘Banyan House’ Asks $2.79 Million in Carmel, California
$2,795,000 | 1951 | 1,574 Sq. Ft. | 3 Beds | 3 Baths | 0.18 Acres
An architectural gem just up the street from downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, Banyan House is the first home designed by Mark Mills in Carmel. After Mills was an apprentice at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin Fellowship from 1944-48, Banyan House was financed by Mrs. Clinton (Della) Walker, the owner of Frank Lloyd Wright’s only seashore designed house ever built, and sold to Mark Mills’ father. From 1954 to 1957 Mark lived in the house, which is a significant example of Wrightian principles or organic architecture combining the use of desert masonry with local building materials. Other highlights include a custom iron gated entry, living room with fireplace, geometric windows flooding the spaces with natural light, and meticulously manicured grounds with pathways to explore. Mills’ imaginative design skill at successfully integrating such an abstract plan comfortably into its landscape setting is very much in keeping with the Carmel tradition. With gorgeous woodwork and interesting details around every corner, this architectural innovation is a work of art and ready for its next loving owners to enjoy for years to come.
Tim Allen • [email protected] • (831) 214-1990
Tim Allen Properties | Coldwell Banker Realty
Photography Credit: Sherman Chu
