- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,400 Sqft
- 5 Acres
40990 Highway 1
Perched on a towering 250-foot bluff along Big Sur's rugged coastline, the Cliff House captures sweeping, unobstructed ocean views from nearly every room. Set directly on iconic Highway 1, the property delivers rare privacy and solitude while remaining just 15 minutes to Big Sur and 25 minutes to Carmel. The main residence offers a spacious primary suite with en-suite bath, a second bedroom, full guest bathroom, and a den, all oriented to the sea. A remodeled, 400± sq. ft. detached bunkhouse adds a flexible guest retreat or studiocomplete with kitchenette, full bath, and a private ocean-view deck. A stone fireplace anchors the living room, while modern infrastructure includes Starlink high-speed internet and an off-grid solar power system.
Essential Information
- MLS® #ML82056216
- Price$6,750,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms2.00
- Full Baths2
- Square Footage1,400
- Acres5.00
- Year Built1967
- TypeResidential
- Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
- StyleRanch
- StatusActive
Community Information
- Address40990 Highway 1
- Area699 - Not Defined
- CityMonterey
- CountyMonterey
- Zip Code93940
Amenities
- ParkingOff Street
- GaragesOff Street
- ViewOcean
Interior
- InteriorCarpet, Laminate
- Interior FeaturesBreakfast Bar, Workshop
- CoolingNone
- FireplaceYes
- FireplacesFamily Room, Wood Burning
- # of Stories1
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Exterior
- Lot DescriptionSteep Slope
- RoofShingle
- FoundationSlab
School Information
- DistrictCarmel Unified
Additional Information
- Date ListedJuly 31st, 2026
- Days on Market17
- ZoningR1
Listing Details
- AgentHeinrich Brooksher
- OfficeCarmel Realty Company
Heinrich Brooksher, Carmel Realty Company.
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