If the summer heat has you daydreaming of sunny beaches, endless waves, and warm sand look no further for the perfect oceanfront home. This portfolio of properties are currently active on the market (as of publication) and is diverse enough to meet anyone’s aesthetics… budget being an entirely different discussion. Feast your eyes on these California homes spanning the Pacific coast from San Francisco to San Diego.

Pink San Franciscan

Property Highlights

6 Bedroom | 7 Bathroom

Location: San Francisco

Year Built: 1926

Features: Exclusive staircase to the beach, elevator, wine cellar

Listed By: Mark A. Levinson | Compass

Listing & Image Source: SFARMLS via Zillow

With private coastal access, this 6 bedroom 7 bathroom property is a rarity in the City. The exclusive Sea Cliff neighborhood is highly sought after for its prime vantage point of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Marin Headlands. Most houses on along the row boast views from nearly every room in the house. This amount of openness and natural beauty in a city chock-full of activity provides the perfect balance.

According to a 2016 Curbed article, the home has quite the history. Actor Richard Anthony “Cheech” Marin, of Cheech & Chong fame, allegedly resided there while filming Nash Bridges. In recent years the home was used to store stolen artwork, some of which was never recovered.

Cozy Montara Cottage

Property Highlights

2 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom

Location: Montara

Year Built: 1947

Features: Exposed high ceilings, large front porch, mature landscaping

Listed By: Deborah Cozzolino | Coldwell Banker Realty

Listing & Image Source: Zillow

Vintage charm and magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean make this property truly unique. Built in 1947, the warmth of a bygone era lingers as you approach the home surrounded by lush green foliage. The wooden front porch becomes an extension of the modest sized living space, the ideal spot to sit and enjoy a the crisp morning air.

Inside the 1,350 square foot living space, the coziness of the exterior is amplified. Exposed ceiling joists and wood beam floors accentuate the postcard-worthy vista.

Zen New Construction

Property Highlights

5 Bedroom | 6 Bathroom

Location: Monterey

Year Built: 2021

Features: 4 acre lot, infinity pool, wine cellar

Listed By: Shelly Mitchell Lynch | Carmel Realty Company

Listing & Image Source: Zillow

No corners were cut in this Field Architecture home. The Zen like ambiance complements the natural surroundings and clean contemporary lines. Floor to ceiling windows and sky frame glass doors guarantee the future homeowner will enjoy the views throughout the 7,491 square foot property.

A built in barbecue area and spacious deck off the kitchen provide the ideal location for gatherings big and small. A true entertainer’s paradise!

This property’s sale status is currently listed as Contingent.

Traditional Monterey

Property Highlights

3 Bedroom | 4 Bathroom

Location: Monterey

Year Built: 1968

Features: Spacious grass landscape, decks overlooking the ocean, 2 acre parcel

Listed By:

Listing & Image Source: Zillow

Traditional aesthetic meets unobstructed coastal landscape in this single-story beauty. The U-shaped home is situated on a large lot, with plenty of room in the front yard and endless opportunities to indulge in the view out back. A deck over the bluff, private staircase descending to the rocky coast.

Golfer’s Paradise

Property Highlights

5 Bedroom | 8 Bathroom

Location: Pebble Beach

Year Built: 1968

Features: Private cove, guest quarters with kitchenette

Listing By: Canning Property Group | Sotheby’s Int’l Realty – Rancho

Listing & Image Source: Zillow

Located in a world renowned golfer’s sanctuary, this traditional Pebble Beach estate perches atop nearly 4 acres of lush lawns with exclusive cove access. A large deck from the main lodging provides various gathering areas for taking in the ocean views.

The interior design is classic and unfussy. Dark wood flooring, wainscoting, and bay windows are timelessly featured. This home is sure to please potential buyers with its prime design and natural surround.

Stone House

Property Highlights

2 Bedroom | 3 Bathroom

Location: Carmel

Year Built: 1957

Features: Separate guest residence

Listing By: Jonathan Spencer | Compass

Listing & Image Source: Zillow

This stone house atop the rocky cliffs of Carmel appears to be out of a movie. According to the listing, the main lodging is 1 bedroom and 1.5 bathrooms with a separate guest house featuring another bedroom and bathroom. The configuration makes it the ideal backdrop for a getaway weekend or lifetime of seaside beauty.

Mirroring the materials on the exterior, the inside is outfitted with stone flooring and a massive central fireplace. The floor to ceiling windows frame the endless view beyond. A small skylight adjoins transitioning rooflines of exposed wood beams.

Geometric Cayucos Escape

Property Highlights

3 Bedroom | 5 Bathroom

Location: Cayucos

Year Built: 1969

Features: Swimming pool, sauna, coffered and vaulted ceilings

Listing By: Alice Frawley Bicksler | Navigators Real Estate

Listing & Image Source: Zillow | CRMLS

Midcentury enthusiasts will be intrigued by the quadrant layout and architectural details of this property. The oversized front entry doors lead into the main open air courtyard. As you enter stunning peak-a-boo views greet you through out the home to the ocean.

A swimming pool in the central courtyard acts as a leisurely alternative to the beach mere steps away. Expansive glass windows give glimpses into the single-story dwelling. Soaring ceilings magnify the 3,200 square foot dwelling, creating a truly magnificent space.

Contemporary Malibu Mansion

Property Highlights

4 Bedroom | 6 Bathroom

Location: Malibu

Features: Gated entrance located off a private road, elevator, wine cellar wall

Listing By: Christopher Cortazzo | Compass

Listing & Image Source: Zillow | The MLS

Contemporary minimalistic aesthetic amplifies the materials chosen for this Chad Oppenheim creation. The listing boasts of Venetian plaster, rift sawn white oak, and Navona travertine. The free flowing layout ensures a seamless transition across the sprawling interior and exterior living spaces.

Sculptural details like the spiral staircase continue the minimalistic trend. What seaside mansion would be complete without a wine cellar? A wall full of wines on display makes yet another visual statement piece.

Spanish Colonial Revival

Property Highlights

7 Bedroom | 6 Bathroom

Location: Santa Monica

Year Built: 1928

Features: Courtyard entrance, swimming pool, intricate tilework

Listing By: Yohann Bensimon | Keller Williams Realty Hollywood Hills

Listing & Image Source: Realtor | The MLS

Villa del Sol is the Spanish Colonial Revival abode of a bygone era. Built in 1928 for silent film actress Constance Talmadge, this home is located along one of the best beaches in LA county and retains its historical charm.

Remarkable saltillo tilework throughout the home extends to colorful patterned tile along the outdoor living spaces. The traditional ironwork staircase railing and exposed wood detailing along the ceiling are simple yet exude the Spanish Colonial Revival allure.

French Normandy Estate

Property Highlights

6 Bedroom | 8 Bathroom

Location: Laguna Beach

Year Built: 1929

Features: coffered ceilings, guest quarters with separate kitchen, bar and wine cellar

Listed By:

Listing & Image Source: Zillow | CRMLS

A rare find for those seeking a French Normandy inspired waterfront home in Orange County, this gem is a beauty. And like a few others on our list, this home was also inhabited by a famous actress. The legendary Bette Davis once called this place home, with a few photos of her inside the home included in the listing.

Retaining its charm from its initial construction in the 1920s, this home has been tastefully updated for modern comfort. A true delight!

San Clemente

Property Highlights

9 Bedroom | 14 Bathroom

Location: San Clemente

Year Built: 1926

Features: Tennis courts, multiple guest residences, nearly 5.5 acre lot

Listing By: Robert Giem | Compass

Listing & Image Source: Zillow | CRMLS

Frequently referred to as Nixon’s “Western White House” or “Casa Pacifica”, this home was once owned by… you guessed it former President Richard Nixon. This remarkable estate is truly one of a kind. Meticulous Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and carefully landscaped gardens showcase the beauty of the property along the Pacific coast.

This home retains many of its authentic characteristics from the original construction. Photos depict the ornately painted ceilings, tile work, millwork, and other design elements that make this home a majestic sight to behold.

La Jolla’s Mediterranean Delight

Property Highlights

7 Bedroom | 9 Bathroom

Location: La Jolla

Year Built: 2000

Features: Elevator, gated entrance, home theater

Listed By:

Listing & Image Source: Zillow | CRMLS

San Diego county is home to a myriad of funky coastal towns, wealthy coastal neighborhoods, and beautiful state beaches. La Jolla stands out as a prime location for gorgeous and exclusive oceanfront properties, like this Mediterranean styled mansion.

The Mediterranean ambiance begins before even entering the home. Lush landscaping and ornamentation allude to what’s to come inside. Complete with ocean viewing decks, an oversized swimming pool, and expansive living area this home is sure to appeal to even the most discerning of buyers.