No Humdrum Here: Properties With Pizzazz For Sale In CA

CALIFORNIA: Aside from being up for sale, the one thing these homes all have in common is no case of the drabbies. Each eclectic property is unique with such one-of-a-kind amenities as eight sides, an island-styled atmosphere, an "upside-down" layout, desert charm, a swim-up bar, an organic walnut orchard, a super chicken coop and more.

Whether house-hunting or merely seeking decorating inspiration, take a look ...

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Bali-Inspired Paradise: Estate For Sale In Del Mar

• No need to travel when your home is an oasis as exotic as this one. Take a peek ...

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Peek Inside Sleekest Home On The Market Right Now In Ross

• Tucked away on this sprawling, $22 million contemporary compound is -- surprise! -- an awesome chicken coop!

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Octagon House Packs A Wallop: For Sale In Oceanside

• Distinctive, yes, and this property also boasts a gated/fenced, secluded six acres with sunken-living room and updated kitchen.

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Infinity Pool, 'Upside Down' Layout At Unique Beverly Hills Home

• This stunning home, built by an award-winning architect, sits on 3.5 acres and is surrounded by 130 live oak trees.

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Backyard Paradise Includes Swim-Up Bar In Woodland Hills

• This secluded compound in Woodland Hills hides a private paradise complete with a pool and grotto with a swim-up bar.

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Impressive Dixon Home, Walnut Orchard Up For Sale

• The spacious two-story home with a pool is situated on over 65 acres of land, with a second home for a caretaker or rental income.

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Renovated Sonoma Mid-Century Modern: An In-Town Oasis For $1.99M

• This resort-like property has a main house, guest house and pool house. The pool with its Baja bench (in-pool seating) is the coolest!

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Roman Arches Greet Loungers To Saratoga Pool

• It's not every day Roman arches let you know you've arrived to the luxurious outdoor haven with a waterfall at the palm tree-lined pool.

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Price Drop On Unique Desert Retreat Lands It Below $1 Million

• And the views from these awesome corner windows are just priceless!

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Buy This Historic Livermore Property For $979,875

• You will want to see the unique master suite in this house.

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Unique Palos Verdes Home Boasts Tennis Court, Wraparound Porch

• This home is perfect for those who like to spend time outside. There's an indoor/outdoor game room, pool, spa and more.

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Emerald Bay Beauty Offers Best Views, Amenities, Maid's Quarters

• Emerald Bay is an exceptional, gated residential community with private beach, parks, swim complex, tennis courts, and much more.

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4 Beds and Baths on Half an Acre in Kensington for $3.5 Million

• A stunning estate in the Kensington hills can be yours. It includes a heated pool, walk in refrigerator(!) and more unusual features.

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Los Altos Hills Resort Living Delivers Experience

• It will be hard deciding whether to dip into the pool with a waterfall and basketball hoop or play tennis on the newly-resurfaced courts.

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San Carlos Home Courts You With Hoop Dreams, Dreamy View

• On the bottom floor, play on your personal basketball court, then relax on the glass-protected deck or in the master bedroom oversized tub.

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