$8,677,500

Perfectly situated above Zuma in the very desirable Sea Star Estates, this gorgeous, private, Tuscan-style compound commands a sweeping panorama of ocean, islands, coastline, and verdant mountainsides. From the breathtaking dual-staircase foyer to the double kitchens, wine cellar, grand terraces, and gym, this is a residence created for sophisticated indoor-outdoor entertaining. Exquisitely renovated, the interior is awash with natural light. Chandelier ceilings, stately columns, and stone floors define rooms that are spacious and elegant, with handsome woodwork and wonderful flow to ocean-view terraces and beautifully landscaped grounds. The estate's main floor is both formal and open, with dual living rooms, each with a fireplace, one with deep tray ceilings and the other with coffered ceilings, plus a very large ocean-view dining area with clerestory windows, doors to the terrace, and a wet bar. The two chef's kitchens, with top-of-the-line appliances, provide every amenity for both grand and intimate entertaining. One has a large island and a charming breakfast area in an ocean-view alcove, while the catering kitchen has another full array of appliances, plus a walk-in pantry and a door to an outdoor kitchen complete with pizza oven. Two bedroom/bonus rooms on the main floor could serve as guest room, office, or library, one already complete with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. The estate's lower floor is an expansive entertaining area with a service bar, enormous sitting area, elegant wine cellar tasting room, bathroom, laundry room, billiards room, an en-suite bedroom, and French doors opening to the pool deck. With all floors accessible by sweeping staircases and elevator, the top floor is home to four en-suite bedrooms, each with walk-in closets, including the sensational primary suite. The primary has two walk-in closets, a fireplace, ocean views, a spa-style bath, and doors to a private wraparound balcony. With a picturesque setting on approximately 0.69 acre, the manicured grounds are beautiful and provide more space for lounging and entertaining. The terraced backyard, with majestic ocean and coastline views, has a large entertainer's patio, an infinity pool, Jacuzzi, outdoor fireplace with a sitting area, an outdoor kitchen and barbecue, a large lawn, meandering garden trail, and a detached gym. The front of the house, with a fountain, a circular drive, and two gates, has a three-car garage plus ample space for guest parking. This is a gracious residence of exceptional quality in one of Malibu's most desirable settings.