A ‘human aquarium’ in a cocktail lounge? This CA mansion for sale has one. See it
A home that’s packed with high-end — and unique — features has landed on the real estate market for $27.9 million in Dana Point, California.
The three-level home sits hillside in an exclusive gated community and is owned by motivational speaker Garrett J. White, a news release on the house says.
“Moving into 9 Oceanfront felt like fulfilling a promise to ourselves,” White said in the release. “Billionaires in the neighborhood congratulated us, acknowledging that we couldn’t fake our way into this house. The house made us see ourselves in a bigger light, and we initially thought it would be our lifetime home.”
White said the house is now on the market is because he and his wife are moving to Miami.
The estate is a 13,777-square-foot residence with spectacular ocean views.
“Embraced by a rare peninsula homesite spanning nearly .58 acres with only one direct neighbor, the elevated property is prized for its beauty, privacy and size,” the listing on Compass says.
“Mature landscaping and custom hardscaping combine to complement timeless architecture that is both classic and modern, reflecting the keen eye of architect Chris Light.”
Features of the mansion include:
Juliet balconies
Wraparound terraces
Glass pocket doors
Floating staircase
Great room
Media center
Chef’s kitchen
Hidden catering kitchen
One of the most impressive features of the home is the estate’s pool, which can be viewed from the rooms below. It’s known as a “Human Aquarium” the release says.
“Underwater views of the estate’s pool distinguish the lower level, which opens to a private yard and features a game room, theater, second kitchen, and subterranean parking for 8 vehicles,” the listing details.
“An elevator leads to every level of the residence, where rich materials include wood flooring, custom marble, and custom millwork. Grounds are expansive and enrich entertaining with a massive vanishing-edge pool with Baja shelf, a soothing spa, secret grotto, and a sunken seating area with built-in open-air fireplace.”
Danielle White, Garrett’s wife, is particularly proud of the hidden grotto.
“We like to say that the grotto is nicer than any five-star hotel hot tub area. Going down there is definitely an experience in itself. Garrett and I often joke that we’ve been spoiled by it,” Danielle said in the release.
The listing is held by Arlen Raubach, Compass.
Dana Point is about a 65-mile drive southwest from downtown Los Angeles.