1205 MUIRLANDS DR
LA JOLLA, CA 92037

$27,895,000
1205 MUIRLANDS DR, LA JOLLA, CA 92037
Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 9 full | 4 partial
Est. Square Feet: 14,768

Listing # 260002530
Life So Rare, It Can Only Be Lived Here. Welcome to The Muir Garden Estate, a truly legendary La Jolla property where history, architecture, and lifestyle exist in perfect harmony. Set behind private gates on 2.65 acres of manicured, ocean-view grounds, this extraordinary estate is a botanical sanctuary originally curated by famed horticulturist Kate Sessions, whose vision shaped some of Southern California's most iconic landscapes. Wake each morning to birdsong drifting through century-old trees as ocean breezes move gently across sunlit verandas. This is more than a home--it is a lifestyle defined by serenity, celebration, creativity, and connection with friend and family, overlooking the Pacific in one of La Jolla's most prestigious and sought after settings. Architecturally, the estate is a modernized interpretation of the original Muir family residence, designed by master architect Edgar Ulrich in the timeless Santa Barbara Revival style--thoughtfully updated to meet modern living while preserving its historic elegance and soul of the 1920's Exceptional and Notable features include a Mills Act designation, private tennis court, resort-style pools and cabana, Stunning main residence with two guest homes, authentic theater, game room, golf simulator, spa and gym, library, and parking for six cars. A rare and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a living piece of La Jolla history--where lifestyle isn't imagined, it's lived.
Listing Courtesy of Craig Lotzof Compass 858-243-4071



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PROPERTY INFORMATION FOR 1205 MUIRLANDS DR, LA JOLLA, CA 92037

Location Information
County: San Diego   Community: LA JOLLA  
MLS Area: Coastal South   Latitude: 32.826661  
Longitude: -117.264775   Neighborhood: Muirlands  
Directions: Secured Access - Please coordiante with Craig Lotzof for access - Security staff on property.    

Interior Features
Interior: 2 Staircases, Balcony, Bar, Bathtub, Beamed Ceilings, Bidet, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Ceramic Counters, Coffered Ceiling(s), Copper Plumbing Partial, Crown Moldings, Dry Bar, Granite Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Home Automation System, Kitchen Island, Kitchenette, Livi   Full Baths: 9  
1/2 Baths: 4   Spa: Private Below Ground, Private w/Pool, Yes, Heated, Pri  
Has Fireplace: Yes   Number of Fireplaces: 10  
Fireplace Description: FP in Dining Room, FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room, FP in Primary BR, Patio/Outdoors, Other/Remarks, Den, Fire Pit, Gas, Great Room,   Heating: Zoned Areas, Fireplace, Forced Air Unit  
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas   Cooling: Central Forced Air, Zoned Area(s)  
Floors: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood, Clay   Laundry: Electric, Gas, Washer Hookup  
Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Central, Water Heater Unit   Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Washer, Other/Remarks, 6 Burner Stove, Built In Range, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas & Electric Range, Grill, Ice Maker, Range/Stove Hood, R  
Accessibility: Low Pile Carpeting, See Remarks    

Exterior Features
Style: Custom Built, Mediterranean/Spanish, See Remarks   Stories: 2  
Construction: Stucco, Wood   Roof: Tile/Clay  
Water Source: Meter on Property, Public   Septic or Sewer: Sewer Connected, Public Sewer  
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Underground Utilities, Sewer Connected, Water Connected   Telecommunications: Audio, Cable (coaxial), Sec  
Security Features: Automatic Gate, Other/Remarks, Security System, Firew   Parking Description: Attached, Detached, Gated, Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Rear Entry, Garage - Side Entry, Garage - Single  
Has Garage: Yes   Garage Spaces: 6  
Parking Spaces: 22   Irrigation: Automatic, Sprinklers, Other/Remarks  
Fencing: Gate, Partial, Other/Remarks, Barbed Wire, Good Condit   Patio / Deck Description: Balcony, Brick, Covered, Deck, Gazebo, Stone/Tile, Other/Remarks, Patio, Roof Top, Cabana, Patio Open, Porch - Front, Porch - Rear, Terrace  
Has a Pool: Yes   Pool Description: Below Ground, Lap, Private, Heated with Gas, See Remarks, Heated, Permits, Pool Cover, Tile  
Other Structures: Detached, Other/Remarks   Site Description: Alley Access, Curbs, Irregular Lot, Public Street, Rear Yd Str Access, Street Paved, Street Unpaved, West of I-5, Other/Remarks, Landscap  
Lot Size in Acres: 2.65   Lot Size in Sq. Ft.: 115434  
Condition: Additions/Alterations, Building Permit, Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled   Building Total Area (Sq. Ft.): 14768  
Road Frontage: Other/Remarks   Has View: Yes  
View Description: Evening Lights, Ocean, Panoramic, Parklike, Panoramic Ocean, Pool, Water, Coastline, Landmark, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods, City Lights    

School
Middle School District: San Diego Unified School Distric    

Additional Information
Financing: Cash, Conventional   Property Type: SFR  
Property SubType: Residential   Year Built: 1929  
APN: 351-742-05-00   Status: ACTIVE  
Restrictions: Animals, Other/Remarks   Pets: Yes  
Common Area Features: BBQ, Tennis Courts, Exercise Room, Pet Restrictions, Pool, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub   Miscellaneous: Greenhouse, Outbuilding, Tennis Court, Other/Remarks, Gutters, Street Lighting, Suburban  

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