PETER SWAIN, April 2025
This Spanish-inspired estate boasts its own private vineyard and tantalizing proximity to the beach.
Set in the rolling hills above Avila Beach, Casa Contenta is a place to relax, entertain and enjoy the best of West Coast life.
The imposing double-height archway through which one enters the sprawling single-storey principal residence leads to spacious reception rooms complete with four fireplaces and views across the green environs, a designer kitchen with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, and three en-suite bedrooms.
In addition to the main mansion, the 2.3 hectares of land include a two-bedroom guest house and further staff accommodation over the garage. Outside, the landscaping by Geoffrey Gordon Smith features a heated swimming pool and spa, a wood-fired barbecue and multiple firepits for alfresco socialising, as well as a tranquil pond and walking trail.
The property is nestled in what locals call the “Hole in the Sky”, a spot where the ocean fog clears first and the sun always seems to shine. Positioned about midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, close to a world-class stretch of shoreline, the local area is home to several golf courses, wine-tasting locations, restaurants, entertainment venues and hot springs. San Luis Obispo Regional Airport is also a convenient 12 kilometres away.
The estate has one of California’s westernmost Pinot Noir vineyards, which produces sparkling wine following the traditional méthode champenoise. Perfect for California dreaming, Casa Contenta also has excellent rental potential as a licensed Vrbo retreat.
To find out more, contact Lindsey Harn of Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno at +1 805 441 7744 or email [email protected].
Information correct at time of publication.
Article originally published by Departures.