Beach Living At Its Best: Venice Stunner Overlooks The Pier

VENICE, CA — Sometimes there are tradeoffs if you want to make the Pacific Ocean your backyard, namely that means sacrificing space but not so with the priciest home on the Venice market.

This ocean front stunner is massive, offering 4,422 square feet of ocean views for $11,740,000. A spectacular rooftop deck with a built-in fireplace overlooks the Venice Pier, which is a mere stone's throw away. The home sits on a quiet section of the boardwalk and boasts 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. Custom walnut cabinetry is the highlight of a spectacular kitchen. The master suite features a fireplace and his and her walk in closets.

• Address: 2811 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, California
• Price: $11,740,000
• Square Feet: 4422
• Bedrooms: 3
• Bathrooms: 3 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Built: 1997
• Features: "Because there's nothing more beautiful than the way the ocean refuses to stop kissing the shoreline, no matter how many times it's sent away." Poet Sarah Kay might've stood on the balcony of this stunning Ocean Front home when she was inspired to write those words. Nothing but sand & sea as far as the eye can see. Just N of the Pier this stunning home sits in a residential quiet section of the boardwalk away from all the activity. Designer Lady Michael McCraine lavished attention on every detail in the total renovation of this 3 bed, 3 1/2 bath home-Ann Sacks tile, gourmet appliances, custom walnut cabinetry & wood burning fireplaces cut the chill as the fog rolls in. Wake up to the sound of crashing waves in the lush master suite w/ unobstructed view, fireplace, and his/hers walk in closets. 4th floor boasts a rooftop deck for intimate gatherings w/ sand, surf & mountain vistas. Ground floor w/ full laundry room & 3 car garage can be used as a private apt. w/ own beachside entrance.

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