Tranquil Rancho Palos Verdes Estate; Pools-A-Plenty: Wow Houses

CALIFORNIA — Which is your nirvana? The Rancho Palos Verdes home in its tranquil setting? Or the Murrieta home on a hilltop overlooking its own lake? Perhaps you prefer the San Rafael estate with its saltwater pool and mountain views? So many amazing homes are for sale in California right now to meet every taste.

We have a plethora of pools - all over the San Francisco Bay Area, down to San Diego and east to the Inland Empire.

Enjoy this week's California Wow Houses.

Retreat To Gold Rush Country: $675K In Dorrington

WOW House: For outdoors enthusiasts, this home, situated between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite, is four-season perfection.

Coronado Home With Detached Guest House: $2.5M

WOW House: The detached two bedroom, one bathroom guest house opens up to a private patio with a pool and spa.

Single-Story Carlsbad Home With Swimming Pool: $1.65M

WOW House: This property features a pool, spa, BBQ area, large patio, fruit trees, palm trees and ocean views.

Santee Home With Swimming Pool: $675,000

WOW House: The master suite at this home features a walk-in closet, Jacuzzi tub and balcony overlooking the pool.

Stunning San Rafael Estate With Saltwater Pool, Mini Golf Course

WOW House: This $5,195,000 home features a saltwater pool with spa, waterslide and waterfall, outdoor kitchen and mini golf course.

Novato Home Offers Beautiful Mount Burdell Views

WOW House: This $899,000 home features a gorgeous pool and secluded backyard.

Charming Fallbrook Estate For $1.8M

WOW House: This San Diego County estate looks like it's from a storybook!

Breathtaking Big Bear Lake Mansion For $1.75M

WOW House: This gorgeous estate offers everything you'll ever need in this mountain town.

Historic Livermore Bungalow Has Custom Kitchen, Large Yard

WOW House: This property just hit the market for $899,000.

Stunning San Ramon Home Has Huge Wine Cellar, Media Room

WOW House: This home, which boasts incredible views of the valley, is listed at $2,699,000.

$5,298,000 Will Buy A Luxurious Aptos Estate

WOW House: This incredible house was designed for entertaining.

Chic, Sleek & Spanking Brand New: $3.9M In Tarzana

WOW House: For those who favor contemporary design and new construction, this estate hits the mark.

Tranquil, Trousdale Traditional: $4.8M In Brentwood

WOW House: This picture-perfect, family home is a private, welcoming sanctuary near Sunset Boulevard.

Rejuvenated 1920s Charmer: $1.28M In Altadena

WOW House: Meticulously restored inside and outside and from top to bottom, this three-bedroom home just hit the market.

Take In The View From Expansive Deck In El Cerrito

WOW House: The wrap-around deck offers views of San Francisco Bay and three bridges.

Cute 1927 Mediterranean Style Home In Alameda

WOW House: Island life! This home is just as cute inside as it is from the curb.

Colorful 1920 San Leandro Home: $629,000

WOW House: This quaint home has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms - just right for a small family or a single person.

Spacious Elsinore Estate With Amazing Lake Views: $1.4 Million

WOW House: Check out this backyard setup!

Jaw-Dropping Murrieta Area Estate Comes With Lake, Outdoor Oasis

WOW House: Listed for just under $3 million, this La Cresta property comes with plenty of land.

Tranquil Rancho Palos Verdes Estate On Sale For $3.2 Million

WOW House: There are waterfalls, a koi pond, a pool, and even a four-hole putting green to get your zen on.

Brand New Pristine Manhattan Beach Home On Sale For $4,795,000

WOW House: With a beautiful open floor plan, there is a seamless flow between the interior and exterior of the house.

$10.4 Mill Beverly Hills Estate Includes Infinity Pool, Huge Spa

WOW House: The master suite has three walk-in closets, his-and-hers baths, a steam shower, a spa tub, and a private balcony.

Sonoma County Wine Country Home With Barn, Endless Views: $3.75M

WOW House: The home on 12 acres features a pool and spa with terraces, an outdoor kitchen and verandas.

$12.98M Saratoga Estate Home Has Tahoe Touches, Soaring Ceilings

WOW House: The 12,000-square-foot home has 7 bathrooms, an elevator, a vineyard, an aquarium, a pool, an outdoor pizza oven and more.

Hilltop Martinez Home With Beachy Vibe: $899,950

WOW House: The home with wood shingles and water views is on 2 acres.

The Most Fun Property In Newport Beach For $35 Million

WOW House: 6 bedroom suites, jaw-dropping game room, a wall devoted to tropical fish tank, infinity pool, movie theater, auto court & more.

Build This Modern Marvel In Dana Point For $40 Million

WOW House: This Dana Point will have everything for the discerning buyer. Views to spare, large deck, and an ocean backdrop to dream of.

Wake To This View In Laguna Beach For $10 Million

WOW House: What would it be like to wake to this view every morning in Laguna Beach? Enjoy coffee on the beach & toast sunsets nightly.

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