A zen escape in the heart of Santa Monica canyon…

This architectural retreat nestled in Santa Monica Canyon, is wrapped in Ipe wood fences surrounded by tropical gardens, mature sycamore trees and walls of bamboo. Redesigned by David Hertz, FAIA, this family compound is a gated oasis close to the beach. Designed in an environmentally conscious way, this eco-friendly home features denim insulation, natural milk paints, Ipe wood front door, decks, benches, and giant sliders. Seamlessly flowing decks, bridges and balconies integrates lush gardens into creative living spaces. Filled with mahogany ceilings and dramatic sky lights, this state of the art home offers a chef's dream in a Poliform kitchen. The great room with wood burning fireplace, dining areas and cozy retreat spots is surrounded by sliding walls of glass inviting the outdoors in. With calming water features, a Zen garden includes a tranquil outdoor bamboo shower near the luxurious primary bathroom. The incredible primary suite with fireplace, pitched wooden ceilings, sliding walls of glass & an expansive dressing room offers the ultimate in private living experiences. There are 3 more guest rooms with 2.5 baths in the main house along with a sexy media room opening to the outdoor lawn, decks & fire pit areas - perfect for entertaining under the stars. The dreamy wooden floating staircase, spectacular front bridge entrance and separate guest house with a bath and oversized garage complete this incredible property. Close to ocean breezes, excellent dining and the coveted Santa Monica Canyon park, this truly is a quintessential canyon gem of a HOME!