Staats & CO.

Situated in Malibu’s exclusive Serra Retreat, this romantic Spanish hacienda is located on Mariposa de Oro (street of the Golden Butterfly). Originally built in the 1920s, this lovely home has been authentically and completely remodeled. The main house has three bedrooms, three full bathrooms and a powder room, a professionally equipped chef’s kitchen, and a charming family room leading to magnificent formal living and dining areas. There’s a warm, welcoming guesthouse with two spacious guest suites. Stroll the acre–plus grounds of lush lawns, koi ponds, palm trees, a citrus grove and an organic vegetable garden – and you’ll probably catch a glimpse of an eponymous golden butterfly or two. The hacienda is ideal for entertaining - guests can enjoy the private tennis court, pool, Jacuzzi and gym. The property is walled and gated to ensure complete privacy and security. Just in case you ever want to leave this sanctuary in search of outside entertainment, you won’t have to travel far. The legendary Surfrider Beach is a short bike–ride away (or take the 5–seater golf cart that comes with the property) and it’s only a few minutes walk to the popular Cross Creek shopping center. Santa Monica is an easy 15-minute drive, 30 minutes to LAX International Airport and 40 minutes to the heart of Downtown Los Angeles.

Photography by Simon Berlyn