178 Muerdago Rd, Topanga, CA 90290
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178 Muerdago Rd, Topanga, CA 90290
178 Muerdago Rd, Topanga, CA 90290
178 Muerdago Rd, Topanga, CA 90290
178 Muerdago Rd, Topanga, CA 90290
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178 Muerdago Rd Topanga, CA 90290

7 Beds

6 Baths

4,500 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,500 sqft

Price per Sqft $422

MLS Listing ID 26839089

Style Craftsman

Bedrooms 7

Full Baths 2

Three Quarter Bath 4

Construction Status Updated/Remodeled

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1988

Lot Size 0.402 Acres

Acres 0.4023

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Big Sur House: A Canyon Compound Above the Clouds. Hidden within a lush fold of Topanga Canyon, sunlight filters through ancient trees and hawks drift effortlessly across open skies, this remarkable Craftsman compound evokes the spirit of Big Sur, wild, soulful, and deeply connected to nature. Perched above the canyon with sweeping views toward Saddle Peak and Powderhorn Ranch, the property unfolds as a collection of inspiring living spaces designed for gathering, creativity, retreat, and possibility. Wake to birdsong drifting through open French doors and the first golden light spilling across the canyon. Step onto a sun-drenched deck with a cup of coffee in hand as morning mist lingers in the folds of the hills below. Vaulted ceilings soar above the grand living room, where a dramatic stone fireplace anchors the heart of the home. Expansive windows, skylights, and multiple view decks invite the landscape inside, creating a constant dialogue between architecture and the surrounding wilderness. The open kitchen and dining spaces flow effortlessly together, framed by vistas of rolling hills and mature trees that shift beautifully with the changing light. The primary residence is currently configured as two interconnected homes, offering extraordinary flexibility. The upper levels feature a luminous great room, an expansive walk-in pantry, laundry, and beautifully appointed bedroom, while above, the primary retreat feels suspended among the treetops, complete with a spa-inspired bath, private deck, and an additional bedroom with an ensuite with a steam shower. Each bedroom opens directly to outdoor living spaces, blurring the boundary between indoors and out. Below, a separate living level offers its own entrance, elegant kitchen, inviting living room with fireplace, two bedrooms, a bathroom, and private deck, creating an ideal guest residence, creative workspace, or income-producing opportunity. A connecting staircase allows the home to function seamlessly as a grand five-bedroom residence when desired. Beyond the main home, a thoughtfully designed wellness space with gym and sauna sits at the center of the compound. Nearby, a charming guest apartment with its own fireplace, deck, one bedroom, and private entrance offers a welcoming retreat for visitors, while above it, a bright loft-like one bedroom residence, with an additional sleeping loft, crowns the property, capturing canyon views from every angle. A shared laundry room is available for the smaller units. A Solar system provides green energy. Life here unfolds at the perfect intersection of wilderness and community. In the morning, set out for miles of hiking, riding, and exploration through nearby Topanga State Park, one of the largest urban wilderness preserves in the world. Return for lunch at a beloved local cafe, browse the eclectic shops and galleries of Topanga Village, or enjoy an afternoon yoga class just minutes from your door. As the day unfolds, the legendary beaches of Malibu await only fifteen minutes away, where sunsets paint the Pacific in shades of gold and rose. Equally convenient, the Valley lies just fifteen minutes in the opposite direction, offering effortless access to the broader city while preserving the feeling that you have escaped it entirely. Throughout the grounds, patios, decks, and quiet garden moments provide endless opportunities for contemplation, entertaining, or simply listening to the breeze move through the trees. Yet worlds away from the pace of modern life, this rare seven-bedroom, six-bath compound offers the ultimate canyon lifestyle, equally suited for a multigenerational retreat, an artist's haven, a boutique hospitality vision, or a private residence with substantial rental income potential. A place where mornings begin above the clouds, afternoons drift between canyon trails and ocean horizons, evenings end beneath a canopy of stars, and every day feels like a permanent vacation in the heart of Topanga.

Location

State CA

County Los Angeles

Area Topanga

Zoning LCR11L

Rooms

Family Room 1

Other Rooms Accessory Bldgs, Cabana, GuestHouse

Dining Room 1

Kitchen Ceramic Counters, Gourmet Kitchen, Pantry, Remodeled, Quartz Counters, Tile Counters

Interior

Interior Features Beamed Ceiling(s), Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Living Room Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floor Plan, Pre-wired for high speed Data, Storage Space, Turnkey, Wood Product Walls

Heating Central, Fireplace, Propane Gas

Cooling Air Conditioning, Central

Flooring Engineered Hardwood, Ceramic Tile

Fireplaces Number 3

Fireplaces Type Family Room, Guest House, Living Room

Equipment Built-Ins, Cable, Dishwasher, Dryer, Hood Fan, Network Wire, Propane Dryer Hookup, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer

Laundry Room, Other, In Unit

Exterior

Parking Features Driveway

Garage Spaces 5.0

Fence Other, Privacy

Pool None

View Y/N Yes

View Canyon, Fields, Hills, Mountains, Panoramic, Park, Skyline, Tree Top, Trees/Woods

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Lot Description Front Yard, Gutters, Landscaped, Street Paved, Wooded, Yard

Story 3

Sewer Septic Tank

Water District

Architectural Style Craftsman

Level or Stories Multi/Split

Structure Type Wood Siding

Construction Status Updated/Remodeled

Schools

School District Los Angeles Unified

Others

Special Listing Condition Standard

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