A Contemporary French Provincial Masterpiece of Timeless Craftsmanship in a Picturesque Setting is the Pièce De Résistance of Palos Verdes Estates
Combining timeless elegance with modern French flair, 3701 Via Valmonte is a coup de coeur—a property of exceptional artistry, set on a .34-acre lot, defined by the home at its heart: a one-of-a-kind, architecturally-forward masterpiece fusing old-world craftsmanship with state-of-the-art innovation and sublime indoor/outdoor spaces supporting an array of vibrant lifestyle experiences.
Spanning 6,506 square feet with unparalleled golf-course views, the 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath home, which includes a showcase chef’s kitchen, a basement of entertainments, a brilliant backyard oasis and more, seduces from the street—its gracious and elegant curb appeal reinforced by a single-lane driveway and rear-facing gated garages that allow the quiet yet conspicuously luxurious façade, marked by handcrafted steel windows, a Spanish slate roof, and smooth stucco with copper accents, to draw the eye and excite the sensibilities.
A continuation of this clean, impeccably fresh canvas, the interior is bright and abundantly lit, highlighting designer fixtures and finishes, complementing a poetically cohesive palette of natural materials. Lustrous marble. Hand-applied plaster. Moroccan tile. Rich warm woods, including reclaimed beams from Pennsylvania, oak rift doors, walnut and oak custom cabinetry, and French Oak hardwood flooring in magnificent contrast to those done in fine French limestone.
With every exquisite set piece in place, the Architecture Digest-worthy interior unfolds in immersive fashion, from the solid wood front door, to the intimate foyer to the ravishing courtyard with a heated covered loggia that effortlessly extends the adjacent living spaces.
Soaring 9-foot-tall steel windows and doors from Euroline help dissolve the division between indoors and out, infusing all spaces with the drama and warmth of lovely views and natural light, including the splendid living room with French Oak floors and a fireplace that flows with ease into the stunning chef’s kitchen, which is finished to perfection with a French Lacanche range, a Miele coffee maker, Calacatta marble countertops and a beautiful butler’s pantry with stylish checkerboard marbled floor.
3701 Via Valmonte’s private quarters speak to the desire to retreat. The minimalist yet sumptuous primary suite is set up for seclusion, appointed with motorized window treatments for partial or total refuge, as well as custom cabinetry and a lavish primary bath with a spa-quality marble-slab shower, soaking tub, and dual vanities. Additional bedrooms are spacious and inviting sanctuaries with designer finishes and built-in storage.
Of 3701 Via Valmonte’s entertaining spaces, the beautifully manicured backyard, with a lush surround of trees and greenery providing privacy, is a tranquil paradise, defined by its succession of French limestone patios hosting a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, a sleek saltwater pool, and a fire pit for intimate and large gatherings alike.
The basement is yet another playground, with a temperature-controlled wine cellar, a custom home theater with a 120” projector plus Dolby Atmos surround sound, and a luxurious Roman clay lounge.
While 3701 Via Valmonte’s aesthetic is timeless, it’s also fit for the future with a Savant Smart Home system, Lutron lighting, distributed audio across multiple music zones, a water filtration system, a natural gas-powered generator and solar panels, making 3701 Via Valmonte the consummate address for refined coastal living.
Jen Caskey | 310.200.5900 | DRE#: 01075946
Jen Caskey Group at Compass
List Price: $ 9,850,000
Photos Lauren Taylor