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The Sunset Magazine Idea House - 8370 Monterra Views

8370 Monterra Views, Monterey, CA 93940

$6,500,000

Commissioned and featured by Sunset Magazine as a true architectural marvel, The Sunset Magazine Idea House flawlessly blends its inspiration from Steinbeck Country’s rustic roots with a luxurious modern style designed by Thomas Bateman Hood to perfectly frame the incredible ocean and mountain views. Located on ~1.75 acres within Monterra’s prestigious gated community, the property is available for the first time since the original owners purchased it. It includes three main structures and integrates sustainable design principles and innovative features. Its open-plan layout utilizes an effortless indoor-outdoor flow, with expansive windows framing the surrounding views of mature oak trees, the Santa Lucia Mountains, and Monterey Bay to the west. Designed for comfort and eco-friendliness, the house incorporates recycled materials such as reclaimed barn wood from a local stagecoach station, energy-efficient systems, and drought-tolerant landscaping. The interior exudes a relaxed yet sophisticated vibe, showcasing contemporary furnishings and artistic touches. Outdoor spaces include a spacious deck, fire pit, pizza oven, built-in BBQ, bocce ball court, producing olive grove, and multiple seating areas nestled between the native plant gardens, encouraging outdoor living and connection to nature. Just a short drive from all the wonderful activities, shops, and restaurants The Peninsula has to offer, this Monterey masterpiece awaits its next loving new owners to move in and start enjoying.

 

5
beds

6.5
baths

7,286 Sq.Ft. LIVING AREA

1.75 Acres lot

Tim Allen

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Features & Amenities

Interior

  • total bedrooms5
  • Total bathrooms6.5
  • full bathrooms6
  • half bathroom1
  • KITCHEN Black granite counters, Quartz counter top on the island, Stainless steel GE Monogram appliances, Sapele (an exotic African hardwood) veneers on cabinets
  • Flooring Hardwood, Stone
  • Fireplace 1, Eldorado stone fireplace
  • other interior Features Workout room

Area & Lot

  • Status Sold
  • Living Area7,286 Sq.Ft.
  • Lot Area1.75 Acres
  • TypeResidential
  • YEAR BUILT2009
  • NeighborhoodMonterey
  • Architecture StylesModern, Rustic
  • View DescriptionOcean, Bay, Mountain, Valley
  • School DistrictMonterey Peninsula Unified

Exterior

  • Garage Space3
  • roofMetal
  • HEAT TYPERadiant
  • other exterior FeaturesReclaimed barn wood from local stage coach station, 3 car garage plus bonus pass through room, Bocce Ball court, Pizza oven, BBQ area and outdoor seating area, Fountains all around, Outside fire pit, Solar, 20,000 gallon cistern

Financial

  • Sales Price$6,500,000

Monterey

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