1161 8th St

Searching for a home often feels more like a scavenger hunt. After traipsing through dozens of homes, you'll likely find yourself wishing that the location of House #3, the floor plan of House #9 and the kitchen of House #6 could somehow be mashed together to create the ideal place to truly call your own. But as fun as it would be to create a Franken-house from the best bits of other homes, it would be far easier to simply choose 1161 8th Street in highly-desirable East Manhattan Beach. Situated on a commanding corner lot less than 5 minutes from downtown Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Village and Mira Costa High School, this 3,005 SF home boasts undeniable curb appeal and room for everything and everyone. A double-door entry grants you access to two levels of luxury, with the top level housing a dramatically-sunken living room with vaulted ceilings, balcony access, fireplace and built-in shelving. The adjacent dining room flows into a true chef's kitchen with Frigidaire appliances, plenty of work space and bar seating. Beyond the bar area lies a charming breakfast nook with window seat, and the upstairs landing opens to a large, sunlit terrace. The massive, vaulted owner's suite is also located on this level, and includes a double-door entry, huge walk-in closet and resort-style ensuite bathroom with double sinks, soaking tub and walk-in shower. Downstairs, a more casual family room with fireplace opens to the home's dramatic, wraparound front terrace. This lushly-landscaped space offers plenty of seating space for those moments when the party spills outside. The lower level also includes three generous bedrooms, one of which & thanks to its ensuite bathroom & is perfect as a guest room or in-laws' quarters. With Pennekamp Elementary & Mira Costa High School a quick stroll away, over 3,000 SF of luxurious living space, multiple outdoor entertaining spaces and an extravagant owner's suite, 1161 8th Street is where your scavenger hunt ends'¦ but only if you act fast.