Welcome to Big Sur
South of the Monterey Peninsula, about 18 miles along a spectacular drive on Highway One is Big Sur with its scenic peaks and quiet canyons along the blue Pacific. This breathtakingly rugged coastline area has long been a refuge for artists and writers, with majestic scenery appealing to everyone who admires the magnificence of nature. Here are rustic inns, renowned restaurants and two luxurious hotels, Ventana and the Post Ranch Inn, each situated in a serene envelope of hills and trees overlooking the vast ocean. Homes here are often contemporary, built of stone and wood, with walls of glass to capture the views.
To say Big Sur is unlike any other place on earth would be a massive understatement. The picturesque 18-mile stretch of scenic Highway One has been described as "one of the most stunning meetings of land and sea in the world" and is the longest stretch of undeveloped coastline in the continental United States. The dedication of locals to preserve this unreal, natural landscape means that real estate doesn't become available often, but when it does, it's sure to be unforgettable. Strict regulations ensures that properties are well spaced out, and designed to perfectly compliment Big Sur's pristine ambiance.
The Big Sur Homes Market
Arguably one of the most exclusive real estate markets in California, the Big Sur homes for sale are rare and incredibly sought after. And it's not hard to see why. The properties along the state's famous windy stretch of coastal Highway One are tightly regulated in order to preserve the wide-open spaces of preserved land, and the unreal vantage points overlooking the turbulent Pacific Ocean. The sparse properties have a wonderful character, with a rustic charm that mirrors the jagged Big Sur coastline.
Interested home buyers will find large estate homes, with huge floor-to-ceiling windows allowing views of the ocean from their lofty vantage points, high in the mountains. There are also wonderful historic character homes, shrouded in ancient Cypress and Redwoods.
Big Sur Community Highlights:
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Very sparsely populated, less than 1 dwelling per 10 acres in some areas.
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Many state parks found along the scenic stretch of Highway One.
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Gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean & Santa Lucia Mountain Range.
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Preserved land - protected by the Big Sur Local Coastal Program.