The Seagull Villa

The Seagull Villa derives its name from the horizon it commands, which is a constantly shifting panorama that stretches a full 270 degrees from the cliffs of Palos Verdes to the watchful headlands of Point Dume.

The arrival, which takes place at the end of a gated cul-de-sac, feels both cinematic and understated: the gate opens smoothly to reveal a spacious motor court with a six-car garage tucked away to one side and extra private parking for over 25 guests. Intention is evident in every square inch of the property. The house was completely restored over the course of five years, emphasizing classic materials over fads and craftsmanship over short cuts, creating a home that is both remarkably contemporary and comfortingly timeless.

Long, self-assured lines enter The Seagull Villa. Designer Jennifer Schwab Wangers created the dynamic floor plan to make indoor-outdoor living not only feasible but essential. With the sea salt in the air and the light streaming across stone and oak from sunrise to sunset, the glass walls of Fleetwood disappear until the rooms read like terraces and the terraces read like rooms.

With a large living area that frames the bay like a moving painting, a dining area that is ready for lingering courses, and a chef’s kitchen that serves as the social center of the house, the main level brings people together without feeling crowded. Hosting feels seamless and leisurely because surfaces are soft and silent to the touch, storage is plentiful but unseen, and circulation flows naturally from prep to plate to poolside tray.

Careful construction is evident in the minor adjustments that influence day-to-day existence. When the business gets late and lively, the acoustics soften; glazing is adjusted to let light in while controlling the heat; and thresholds are flush to create a seamless transition between the inside and outside.

Every floor has an elevator, making living with multiple generations enjoyable and watching rooftop sunsets after dinner a regular occurrence. A primary suite that floats above the coastline with wraparound glass and an ensuite sanctuary set up for ritual—dual vanities where morning unfolds without hurry, a soaking element for long evenings, and a dressing area that makes organization feel like design rather than duty—anchored the private quarters, which are scaled for true comfort. The same ease is echoed in guest suites, making guests feel as though the house was waiting for them.

The Seagull Villa reads like a low-key private club outside. A covered lounge for wind-soft afternoons, a dining verandah that mimics the color of the sky, and sun platforms oriented so the day’s light moves with you rather than against you are just a few of the gestures that terraces make as they approach the view. Textural, drought-wise, and fragrant landscape plantings pay homage to the coast, and subdued lighting enlivens the garden after dark without overpowering the bay’s glitter or constellations. Water and the city alternate as the main attraction from almost every angle; in any case, it’s obvious that the house was built to let the surroundings take center stage.

Realistic benefits are hidden in plain sight. Events are welcome in the motor court without a valet scramble. There is enough space in the six-car garage to accommodate collections and pastimes. The property operates with the same assurance it conveys because all of its systems—from connectivity and security to climate and water—are strong and up to date. Additionally, maintenance prioritizes stewardship over ongoing repairs because restoration in this case meant renewal from the ground up; the investment was made once and done right.

In the end, proportion—between spectacle and quiet, architecture and landscape, celebration and retreat—is what sets The Seagull Villa apart. When the glass is open, the Pacific joins the conversation; when it is closed, the house becomes inward-looking, serene as a gallery, and cozy as a haven. It is an address that can accommodate long, rejuvenating mornings and spacious evenings, as well as a view of the coast that elevates the everyday to the extraordinary.

Nearby activities include hiking Point Dume Nature Preserve’s bluffs and hidden coves for expansive views of the ocean; taking a surf lesson or going for a shoreline run at Zuma Beach in the afternoon; touring the Getty Villa’s gardens and antiquities before enjoying a sunset dinner along the Pacific Coast Highway.

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