A remarkably unique seaside compound has hit the market in Big Sur with an asking price of $3.265 million.
Secluded atop California’s coastal ridge, the three-bedroom so-called “Barrel House” was hand-built out of two enormous, interconnected redwood wine barrels by legendary local architect Mickey Meunnig in 1980.
The property has remained in its original ownership since construction, and this marks the first time it’s publicly up for sale.
To reach the scenically-located residence, one must turn west off Highway 1, wind down Sycamore Canyon Road toward Pfeiffer Beach and then, before the road hits the beach, turn toward the exclusive gated enclave of Pfeiffer Point, drive through the gate and up the private road through Big Sur’s idyllic forest, according to the listing, which is held by Big Sur Properties.
Through the double entry doors, the first floor holds a living space, powder room, open-format kitchen and wall-to-wall windows with scenic views of the Pacific Ocean and Pfeiffer Rock in the near distance.
A south wing contains a second living space with vaulted ceilings and a floating staircase that leads up to an office-sized loft area.
Upstairs is the primary bedroom with an ensuite bath including a rock tile shower and two-person oval tub, plus a secondary bedroom and wrap-around deck.
There are wood-framed windows, exposed beams and curved walls galore throughout.
Elsewhere on the address’ five acres of land is a one-bedroom guest cottage with full kitchen, deck and outdoor dining area carved into a bluff and also built from a reclaimed redwood barrel.
Leading through the lush grounds are several pathways as well as native oak woodland, redwood forest, flowering star jasmine, roses, native sages and a number of raised vegetable beds.
The house additionally offers direct access to a hiking trail leading to a private beach below Pfeiffer Point.
