15 Gorgeous California Homes With Gigantic Yards

CALIFORNIA — House hunting? Whether you're looking for a showpiece estate to display your wealth or simply a large suburban yard to give your kids a fun childhood, having an expansive outdoor space adds to the ambiance of a home.

Some of these homes offer views of the forest, a lake or wide open space.

Take a look —

Massive Holmby Mansion Has It All — Even A Medical Room

Your dream home with bowling alley and surgery suite awaits!

San Anselmo Home's Backyard Has Mini Farm, Small Barn, Tree House

This $3.995 million property in the North Bay also features a pool and spa, panoramic views and privacy.

Stunning Big Bear Lake Estate With Massive Backyard

Want your backyard to have breathtaking views of California's gorgeous mountains?

Ruby Hill Home Offers Incredible Outdoor Living

You are going to want to see this outdoor kitchen and wine cellar.

A Car Collector's Dream Home: La Cañada Flintridge

The estate has room for 17 vehicles and a 4-acre, "resort" yard with waterfall, pool, bridge, stream, tennis court and stone guesthouse.

Luxurious Mill Valley Home With Library, Game Room

Searching for a spacious backyard? This $4.995 million property features two flat turf yards, expansive patios and a hot tub.

Los Gatos 'Executive Home' With Wine Cellar, BBQ, Pool: $3.98M

WOW House: The custom home by an award-winning builder has interior design features such as chandeliers, crown molding and wainscoating.

Make Wine Country Your Backyard: Temecula Dream Home For $2.3M

This property is an entertainer's dream in the heart of Southern California's wine country.

Stunning Pacifica Property Boasts Plenty Of Land, Space

Oh, and just check out this gourmet kitchen!

Moraga Home's Backyard Includes Pool, Spa, Lawn, Sport Court

With two-thirds of an acre, this property has room to add more amenities to suit your taste.

Remodeled Coto Pool Estate With Gorgeous Grounds

A stunning remodel in Coto De Caza, this charmer has an inside bar, library office, gorgeous grounds and more for the discerning buyer.

Mid-Century Cupertino Home With Huge Backyard: $1.68M

WOW House: Break into the Silicon Valley real estate market with this Cupertino mid-century on a large lot near great schools.

Mountain-High, Pyramid House For Sale In Malibu

As a bonus, you'll have nearly 2.5 private acres to walk like an Egyptian.

Modern Farmhouse In Larkspur Has Lovely Gardens, Gorgeous Grounds

Built in 1965, this $2.649 million property is beautifully updated and just a short stroll away from downtown Larkspur.

Contemporary Silicon Valley Pool Home With Wine Cellar: $9.8M

WOW House: The seven-bedroom, eight-bathroom property rests on tropically inspired estate grounds away from the busy

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