A Fire-Resistant Passive Ranch Home within a Private City…
Welcome to a visionary property that redefines sustainable luxury in this one-of-a-kind residence. It was the first home in California to use fire-resistant hempcrete, a non-toxic, carbon-negative material offering superior insulation, indoor air quality, and durability. Designed for the eco-conscious buyer with an eye for innovation, this home is not just a place to live—it’s a statement of values.
Situated on a sun-drenched corner lot in a private, guard-gated city, this architectural gem blends regenerative design with timeless elegance and everyday comfort. Thoughtfully engineered for health &#38' performance, it features passive heat recovery &#38' ventilation to maintain a near-constant interior climate year-round, minimizing energy use. The insulation is primarily crafted from wood by-products sourced from Germany’s Black Forest—a renewable, non-toxic material prized for its thermal performance &#38' eco-friendliness.
Inside, you’re welcomed by soaring custom wood cathedral ceilings &#38' an abundance of natural light from skylights &#38' large windows. Venetian plaster &#38' clay walls with mineral pigments for a refined, eco-conscious touch. The home offers plenty of space with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms &#38' an enormous family room. Note that 2014 addition plans show 2,656 sf.
Outdoors, the Certified Wildlife Habitat garden &#38' property is an organic food lover’s dream, featuring 48+ mature fruit trees—a thriving edible landscape. Imagine mornings spent harvesting your own fruit, and evenings cooking fresh vegetables from the raised garden beds &#38' farming patches. Enjoy your bounty from the wrap-around covered porch or dine al fresco on one of the outdoor patios, designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living.
This unique property includes two driveways—ideal for corner-lot access and RV parking, an EV car charger, and approved plans for a new 3-car garage. There’s ample space to add a lap pool, horse stall, and/or an ADU, allowing you to customize your vision of luxury country living.
Located within the coveted Palos Verdes Unified School District and surrounded by hiking &#38' equestrian trails, this property offers peace, privacy, connection to nature, and access to top-tier education—all just a short drive from coastal beaches &#38' urban amenities.
This is more than a residence. It’s a pioneering achievement in sustainable luxury—designed to nurture, inspire, and endure.
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