Discover standout luxury in California real estate: 11 stories inside
The curated articles share a focus on luxury properties in California, highlighting both distinct architecture and impressive amenities. They point to a trend in high-value real estate sales, such as the Lake Tahoe estate's $27.5 million transaction that marks a significant milestone for the area. Nationally renowned architect Joseph Eichler designed a mid-century modern home in the Bay Area which was listed for $11.5 million, showcasing coastal living with vast views and modern updates.
Another featured property is an East Bay equestrian ranch, boasting world-class horse facilities on 120 acres near San Francisco, epitomizing luxury rural living. In Northern California wine country, the 'House of Angles' offers unique geometric design and energy efficiency, positioning it as a refreshing contrast to typical tract homes.
NO. 1: BUYER DROPS $27.5M ON GRANDIOSE LAKE TAHOE WATERFRONT ESTATE WITH EVERY AMENITY. TAKE LOOK
Both agents involved in the deal see a strengthening luxury market. | Published February 6, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio
NO. 2: SELLER SHARES MEMORIES OF LAKE TAHOE ESTATE LISTED AT $65M, A POTENTIAL RECORD. TAKE LOOK
Whispering Pines comes with its own small golf course and may set a Nevada sales record. | Published February 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio
NO. 3: GOLD RUSH RANCH FOR SALE BOASTS MOUNTAIN VIEWS AND HIDDEN TREASURE IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
A former switching station for travelers along the old Oregon-to-California Trail, the property is a peaceful retreat. | Published March 8, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio
NO. 4: SACRAMENTO’S PREMIER LUXURY PENTHOUSE ATOP KIMPTON SAWYER HOTEL WILL GO TO HIGHEST BIDDER
Meg Whitman and her neurosurgeon husband bought the condo for $3.75 million in 2018. | Published March 7, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio
NO. 5: WORLD-CLASS EQUESTRIAN RANCH, CHARMING HOME NEAR SAN FRANCISCO FOR SALE: $12.5M
Every top amenity for the horse enthusiast, plus private residence and pool, can be found on Livermore property. | Published March 26, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio
NO. 6: SEE ESTATE WITH OFF-THE-CHART AMENITIES SET TO BREAK SACRAMENTO-AREA SALES RECORD
Former CEO of National Semiconductor puts his “perfect” home on the market as the luxury home market sizzles. | Published April 25, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio
NO. 7: EXPLORE BOLD, ‘REFRESHING,’ GEOMETRIC HOME IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY
“The House of Angles,” for sale for $2.3 million, has one particular feature everybody is talking about, says the seller. | Published April 28, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio
NO. 8: A CHIC EICHLER HOME BY THE SEA IN BAY AREA LISTS FOR $11.5M. SEE WATERFRONT GEM
The amazing mid-century modern is white, bright and gives off a beach vacation vibe. | Published April 29, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio
NO. 9: STEP INTO SACRAMENTO-AREA FAIRYTALE CASTLE, MOST EXPENSIVE LISTING IN DAVIS
The fairytale home operates as a ‘high-performing,’ 5.0 Airbnb rental property. | Published May 19, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio
NO. 10: ESTATE GRACED WITH ‘OLD HOLLYWOOD GLAMOUR’ LISTS IN CALIFORNIA. TAKE A LOOK
“Its iconic circular form and orbit-like layout evoke comparisons to Oscar Niemeyer’s Casa das Canoas and John Lautner’s Elrod House and Hope Residence, a symphony of movement, geometry, and expressive design.” | Published June 5, 2025 | Read Full Story by TJ Macias
NO. 11: GLAMOROUS ‘OLD HOLLYWOOD’ ESTATE FOR SALE IN CA HAS A ‘PROHIBITION-ERA SPEAKEASY’
The listing refers to it as a “hidden treasure” inside the home. | Published June 16, 2025 | Read Full Story by TJ Macias
The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.