Listing Agent: Kelley Urbani      Broker/Office: Engel & Voelkers Mendocino
1990 Highway 1 S Elk CA 95432
$ 8,100,000
  6   |    4   |    3125 Sq Feet

Listing ID

#C1-11495

Status

Active

Property Type

Single Family Residence

County

Mendocino

Year Built

1955

Lot Size

56

Days on website

3

Description
Before maps and boundaries, the relentless Pacific met this ancient stone headland in a timeless dance. Chiseled by wind and wave, the legendary cliffs of Saddle Point have long served as a mariner's compass--its iconic silhouette etched into the memory of all who pass. Here, where the continent yields to the vast Pacific, sits what may be the most significant oceanfront offering in Mendocino County's history. Welcome to Saddle Point Estate--a 56-acre oceanfront sanctuary so remarkable it has graced the pages of National Geographic, Smithsonian Magazine, and even the silver screen. Perched atop nearly a mile of private coastline, this rare compound features three fully permitted residences, grandfathered into county history and embraced by nature's wild poetry. The main house, a stately 3-bedroom, 2-bath home (approx. 1,650 sq ft), anchors the estate with timeless elegance. Nearby, the Ocean View Cottage (2 bed, 1 bath, approx. 825 sq ft) offers comfort with sweeping ocean vistas. The Gardener's Cottage (1 bed, 1 bath, approx. 650 sq ft) rises two stories, capturing panoramic views from a private balcony. A converted redwood barn adds flexible space for art, events, or a workshop. Wander manicured lawns that spill toward the cliffs, where thoughtfully placed viewing decks offer front-row seats to the Pacific's ever-changing canvas. Spot migrating whales, uncover hidden coves, or lose time watching the light play across fifteen miles of coastline, from your perch to the historic Point Arena Lighthouse. Nearly two miles of flat, private trails lead through coastal meadows to secluded beaches and coves, while a modern underground shelter offers a unique layer of privacy and preparedness. Whether envisioned as a legacy family compound, an exclusive retreat, or a coastal hospitality venture, this property adapts with grace and grandeur. Fly into nearby Little River Airport, dine at the acclaimed two Michelin-starred Harbor House Inn, and retreat to a place where the horizon holds no bounds. Three APNs. Endless Possibility. Unmatched Provenance. Saddle Point Estate is more than land--it's a legacy, a compass, a coastal masterpiece.
Location
Financial Information
List Price:  $ 8100000
Property Features
Community Features:  Hiking, Hunting, Rural
Heating:  Propane
Interior Features:  Workshop
Levels:  Two
Lot Features:  Lawn, Yard
Other Structures:  Storage
Road Frontage Type:  Highway
Roof:  Composition
Senior Community YN:  false
Structure Type:  House
View:  Bluff, Landmark, Ocean
Water Source:  Well
MLS Area Major:  ELK - Elk
City:  Elk
Senior Community YN:  false
Listed By:   Kelley Urbani   Engel & Voelkers Mendocino 
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