Encinal Bluffs

Encinal Bluffs is a gorgeous neighborhood made of undulating bluffs west of Broad Beach. Many of the homes on Encinal Bluffs have beach access, although they do not sit right on the waterfront like they do in other Malibu ocean-side communities. Encinal Bluffs has three beautiful beaches, El Matador, El Pescador, and La Piedra. These Encinal Bluff beaches are marked by gorgeous sunsets, jutting rock cliffs and formations that create cathedrals of stone. El Matador is the most grand of the trio; an incredible Elephant shaped rock formation stands sentinel over the beautiful cream sands. Visitors walk through arches of stone as seagulls and pelicans fly overhead, and the California Poppies populate the hillside bluff. El Matador occupies a precipice into the sea while nearby Encinal Bluffs homes sit atop gently sloping hillsides, and residents enjoy the entrancing melody of the crashing waves against the rocks.

Encinal Bluffs homes are large and stately, with many occupying significant acreage. Encinal Bluffs real estate has many homes that sell well above 10 million dollars, because of the proximity to the ocean along with the large lots. Significant Encinal Bluffs properties include the Hughes estate, which boasts 13 bathrooms, 20,000 square feet, 300 feet of private beach and guarded entrance, last sold in 2001 for 31 million dollars and the Gunther House built by Frank Gehry. Julia Roberts, Michael Eisner and Leonardo DiCaprio all own property in Encinal Bluffs.

Up Encinal Canyon Road above Encinal Bluffs are beautiful homes with Canyon and Ocean Views. The Charmalee Wilderness Park is a gorgeous flat mountain meadow in Encinal Canyon. It is an absolute paradise, with green grass, wildflowers, and stunning views of the channel islands. Nature and education programs are held at the park, and it is truly a magical place for residents to visit.

Encinal Bluffs real estate provides seclusion and access to central Malibu. Encinal Bluffs also retains the original Malibu charm and untouched scenic vistas. Long beach walks are largely private, and Encinal Bluffs has a small beachside community feeling. Picture walking your dog for miles and only running into one or two of your neighbors along the way. Encinal Bluffs boasts Pocket beaches around the winding coastline that become favorite enclaves and escapes for those familiar with the beach-side community. Encinal Bluffs’ gorgeous rock formations stick into the imagination and create a wistful ambiance. Encinal Bluffs is for those who value solitude and tranquility above all else.