Elegant and grand Estate located less than half a block from Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica's premier "West of 7th", North of Montana, neighborhood. Construction and design that cannot be replicated under today's more restrictive codes, this meticulously maintained home offers over 9,800 sqft of living space on just two levels. Situated on an exceptional 15,200 sqft lot, gated and tucked behind hedges this home offers the utmost privacy. A two-story foyer with soaring, hand-painted fresco ceiling, greets guests. An entertainer's dream with spacious rooms throughout including a formal living room, comfortable family room with sunken wet bar, generous dining room with "conversation ceiling" and sophisticated library. A fully appointed butler's pantry with walk-in wine and beverage center, connects the dining room to a true chef's kitchen featuring custom Poggenpohl cabinetry, dual dishwashers, professional Wolf range, full-sized Sub Zero, dumbwaiter, and breakfast area. The epitome of Southern California's best indoor/outdoor living with an incredible heated limestone patio that flows from the interior to the backyard effortlessly. This covered "all seasons" loggia evokes the vibe of a 5-star hotel while the sparkling, blue mosaic tiled, Ozone pool provides a relaxing melody from water features and a hot tub with fireplace. A mirrored gym with rubberize floor and bath could also be used as a guest room (6th bedroom) or pool house. 3-car garage with extra storage plus an additional gated parking spot adjacent to the garage. The ideal floorplan includes 5 generous en suite bedrooms, all upstairs with high vaulted ceilings. The primary suite is jaw dropping in size and comfort with a large balcony for enjoying the sunset or morning coffee, a fireplace, dual walk-in closets, cedar closet, a separate salon with wet bar and an enormous, mirrored dressing/bathroom complete with fireplace next to the spa tub. Each bedroom is sumptuous and could be used as junior primary bedroom