Cypress Manor - Features & Amenities

3184 17 Mile Drive Features & Amenities

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Approximately 1.5 oceanfront acres

• 2 Offices (Tower Study and Main Floor study/library)

• Over 15,000 total livable sq ft (not counting garage)

• 25-foot ceiling in the Grand Foyer

• Three levels plus a roof top whale watching deck

• Radiant heat throughout home

• Main Floor Master bedroom, single story living

• 8 hand carved fireplaces, all gas starters and gas logs

• Magnificent year-round sunsets

• Hand carved by artisan mason Jean-Luc Preti

• Approximately 200 linear feet of ocean frontage

• Located in Master bedroom, Grand Salon, Living room, Kitchen Sitting Room, Library, Tower Study, Conservatory, Pacific Suite, Pub

• Entire House Generator with rating of 125KW (Natural Gas) • The Electrical Service is 800 amps • Elevator services all floors • Gated property with advanced Security System • 6 Full bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms • 6 full baths/5 half baths • 3 bath tubs and 2 steam showers • Main level: Master, 2 powder rooms

• Plus 1 exterior gas fire pit • Full house air dehumidification system • Symmetry - A recurring theme throughout the manor, evoking a theme of precision, comforting balance proportions and beauty • Galvanized Structural Steel • Built to be a multi-generational home

• Upper level: 3 full baths (en suite to bedrooms), 2 powder rooms • Lower ocean level: 2 full baths, 1 powder room

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THE LAND

• Cypress Manor is located at 3184 17 Mile Drive, one of just 31 oceanfront homes in Pebble Beach and located along the legendary 17 Mile Drive • Coastal Monterey Cypress Grove - a signature of the California coast.

• Granite rock outcroppings, which provide protection and also beautiful iconic vistas from nearly every room • Orientation of property allows for 365 days year-round of possible sunsets. The shortest day of the year, winter solstice sunset is to the south (left), longest day of the summer solstice sunset is to the north (right) • A natural cinema of ever-changing beauty • Centrally located between the legendary Lone Cypress Tree and Cypress Point Club • Approximately 1.5 coastal acres • Approximately 55 feet above mean high tide at lower level • Approximately 65 feet above mean high tide at foyer • No sea wall - house lies on solid granite • Over 300 Monterey Cypress trees grace the property

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EXTERIOR FEATURES

ROOF

THE STRUCTURE

• Extra thick slate installed with woven “Laced” valleys

• This magnificent estate was built to rival the finest castles in Europe

• Standing Seam Copper • Solar panels on the flat portions of roof • Copper gutters and downspouts

METAL FEATURES • Bronze, Structural Steel, Copper, Brass • Rocky Mountain bronze hardware (handles/hinges) • Custom finials and hardware • Exterior rain gutter caps same design as interior and exterior intake and outtake vents • Exterior bronze tree surround to protect Cypress trees • Bronze and brass exterior lighting fixtures

• Construction completed in December 2019 • A timeless and multi-generational estate, Cypress Manor is a monument to pure exceptional craftsmanship • A true work of art designed and built by craftsman who are literally the best in their craft and field • No corner was cut in the creation of this masterpiece • The home is over-engineered with structural galvanized steel • Exterior Stone: Limestone • Front Door: Carved 3.5” thick Walnut with Kevlar lining

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MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION

• Galvanized structural steel framing - zinc-coated, to resist sea mist corrosion over time • Exterior wood is Redwood and Teak • Fact: much of the wood were sourced from various barns on the East Coast then transported to a facility in Memphis to have it dried in a kiln. It was then shipped to the site and milled on site.

• Extra thick 3/4” Slate Roof and Standing Seam Copper Roof • Bronze railings and supports

• Brass and bronze light fixtures • Copper gutters • Copper cupola • Copper downspouts • Windows are 9/16 of an inch thick laminated single pane windows to maintain the old world feel • Limestone imported from Saint Maximus quarry in France for the fireplaces - same stone used to build Notre Dame Cathedral, The Louvre and Stanford University • Exterior walls with spray foam insulation to keep it airtight

• The exterior limestone facade is Osage and Mosage (color variations) randomized to get the Old World look and feel • Door and window hardware custom made of Bronze (Rocky Mountain Hardware) • Deck stone is French Limestone • Exquisite Cypress trees, one in the walkway in front of the house and one in the back deck surrounded by custom Bronze Collar • Walls are thin coat plaster treated with wax to create a pleasant, warm appearance • Most windows have double locks

• Laced slate valleys on roof

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ADDITIONAL INTERIOR DETAILS

• Local craftsmen hand carved the built-in cabinets throughout the estate - many incorporating antique panels • Many of the antique panels were sourced from Best of France Antiques (Pennsylvania) • Many of the doors on vanities and elsewhere throughout the house contain antique panels that have been collected and sourced over the years by the owners • The finest custom Crenshaw Lighting, Paul Ferrante, Federalist, with antique and custom light fixtures throughout the house • Perfectly symmetrical floors - in perfect balance, a theme throughout the home • 8 Interior fireplaces with custom hand-carved surrounds by Jean-Luc Preti - all imported French limestone. All gas starters and gas logs.

• Exterior bronze railings by Jonathan Newell • Doors are all thick solid walnut with custom hardware, including the pocket doors at the entrance to conservatory • Rooms on the ocean side of the house have remote controlled solar shades to block the late afternoon sun.

They can be powered remotely or customized on a timer by Lutron systems

• The upper whale watching deck has a storage with a hose bib and fire suppression canons - other fire suppression systems are in place around the property perimeter • Elevator in the house serving all three levels • Walnut floors were hand-scraped and installed by First Last and Always in San Francisco • Versailles pattern in the conservatory • Chevron pattern in the library • Random plank throughout • Reclaimed Dalle de Bourgogne French limestone graces the entry • Note: Look Closely, stones were quarried and many are numbered the number “4” carved by the busiest Mason • TRUFIG: a trim-less and flush aesthetic on outlet switch plates allows the design to be the focus without compromising the flow and integrity of the space these switch plates throughout the house appear to be whatever material the switch plate is up against • Marble slabs in the kitchens and bathrooms laid with the utmost precision so the veins in the stone are continued with a new piece of stone - the “book matched” stone placement is an example of the commitment to symmetry • Carpet in the theater is another example of this commitment to balance, comfort, beauty and integrity ■ 6 ■

HOME SYSTEMS • Smart Home Lutron and SAVANT Systems which may be managed and controlled remotely with iPhone

LUTRON LIGHTING SYSTEM

WORLD-CLASS SECURITY SYSTEM AND FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

• LED lighting

• Includes two types of technology, thermal and infrared systems. There are multiple cameras strategically installed around the property for maximum safety and security • Solar panels cover the flat roof - Solar offsets the utility bill

• Programmable system available to run on iPhone • Extensive exterior and landscape lighting • Lighted pathways and gardens, granite boulders

WIFI

• Elevator services all three levels

• 12 WiFi hot spots inside home and 4 outside to ensure excellent WiFi coverage on property

• Audio/Visual Control Room: 28,800 watts (Theater)

A/V

HVAC • Radiant Heat - no forced air heat • Approximately 32 zones

WHOLE HOUSE TEKMAR DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM • System maintains the relative humidity approx. 50%. This system will inhibit mold spores providing a favorable environment for someone with Asthma or other respiratory issues.

• The whole house “breathes” through copper intake and outtake vents positioned throughout house which control interior humidity and reduce threat of moisture and mold

• Cable/Television: Comcast • Speakers throughout home installed behind the plaster and in the ceilings and walls • SAVANT controlled sound system, JBL speakers in theater • Wireless control, lighting, security and music • 125kw Full house natural gas generator located at SE corner of property

WATER CANNON FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AT PERIMETER OF PROPERTY • Hose bib on upper terrace and roof • 4 Fire suppression water cannon system valves around property perimeter

• Bronze grates in-house are custom designed

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MORE AMENITIES AND FEATURES 6 BEDROOMS - LAYOUT • Ocean Level: 1 guest bedroom suite plus possible separate 6th bedroom with bathroom for caretaker • Main Level: Master Suite • Upper Level: 3 bedroom suites • The Cypress Suite is the closest to the Lone Cypress Tree with sitting room • The Pacific Suite is facing the Pacific Ocean with sitting room, fireplace and tub - Pacific suite opens to upper terrace • The Forest Suite faces the cypress forest

WATER • 5 Powder Rooms • 2 main level • 2 upper level • 1 lower level • 6 Full bathrooms • 1 main level: master • 3 upper level • 2 lower level • 2 Steam showers • 3 Soaking tubs • 3 Washers/3 dryers

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MAIN LEVEL

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MAIN LEVEL

ENTRY/GRAND FOYER • Grand Foyer welcomes you with two hand-carved stairways, which lead to the Conservatory, Tower Office and Bedroom Suites • Front door is over 3.5 inches thick Walnut and lined with Kevlar • Trusses in the Foyer are made of reclaimed White Oak that comes from three barns in Pennsylvania. One of which was located in Gettysburg circa 1760.

• Entry: all hand carved wood, including the 144 handcarved walnut balustrades by Frank Marshall, and paneling, which lies on a radius and is consistent with symmetry throughout the house

• The oversized 16” tall plinth (baseboard) offers a sense of strength and picks up and continues the design corbels • Random width walnut wide plank floors in various patterns throughout the house • Old World Walnut doors throughout • Thincoat Plaster Walls: Artisan was Ingram Plaster, the same plasterer that replastered the Carmel Mission • Corbels are all custom designed by the owner in a Gothic design • Approximately 25-foot ceilings in the entry all designed for perfect balance and symmetry on a radius, perfectly lit to highlight the design

• Extra thick corbels are constructed end-to-end locking in the integrity of the massive ceiling trusses

• Gallery at the top of the stairs leads to entry of the Conservatory

• Chandelier has special feature which can be lowered for cleaning

• Brass and bronze chandeliers on upper level as well • Custom doors and hardware

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MAIN LEVEL MAIN FLOOR STUDY/LIBRARY • There are two Offices/Studies in the house.

The Tower office on the upper level and the Main Floor Library/Study at the entry.

• Antique chandelier • Chevron pattern wide walnut floors • The Library has a Jean de Luc hand carved Mantel - engraved CM represents “Cypress Manor” • Italian silk window coverings • A hidden cocktail bar complete with dishwasher, sink, and wine refrigerator • On the other side, book opens a vestibule and passage to primary closet, a feature that allows the owner to pass quietly to the Study in the event his partner is still sleeping

GRAND SALON/LIVING ROOM • Solar shades • Sunsets year-round • Hand carved Fireplace • Wide plank hand-scraped walnut floors

BUTLER’S PANTRY • Butler’s pantry makes it easy to entertain in the Grand Salon • WaterStone fixtures (USA) • Antique chandelier • Refrigerator • Wine refrigerator • An 18“ dishwasher

SITTING ROOM/BREAKFAST NOOK • Informal Dining in Nook • Hand-carved fireplace mantle in sitting room • TV • Antique chandelier

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MAIN LEVEL KITCHEN • Carrera marble countertops • Walnut cabinets and windows • Crenshaw Chandelier suspended from beautiful vaulted ceiling • Antique panels were sourced for the kitchen hood • Two Miele dishwashers • Two Oceanview sinks with water stone fixtures • Marble slab island countertop supported by ¼” steel plate • Customized cabinetry is well designed with intuitive custom built-ins: Trash receptacles and paper towel holder are built-in • Pot water filler over range • Thermador 60” professional range with steam oven and grill • Knife and cutlery drawer built-ins, this custom kitchen has everything!

• Large SubZero refrigerator and separate SubZero freezer • A private Powder Room off the kitchen • Entrance to the garage for easy unloading • Attached ocean front breakfast nook • Island with room for stools • A walnut pantry off the kitchen for great storage

SPIRAL STAIRCASE OFF KITCHEN • Spiral staircase inspired by the staircase at Thornbury Castle in Bristol, England • All of the alcoves in the spiral staircase are hand carved • Leads to the conservatory and tower study

POWDER ROOM - MAIN LEVEL SALON • Italian sink porcelain sink with 24K gold leafing • Horus Fixtures from France, French European hardware

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MAIN LEVEL

MASTER BEDROOM

MASTER BATHROOM

• Gas Fireplace

• Murano glass chandelier and sconces

• Custom Fireplace Mantle carved by Jean-Luc Preti

• The marble has been custom cut in perfect symmetry this and the Pacific Suite bathrooms marble placement show the detail and care of craftsmanship as it exists in mathematically perfect symmetry

• French doors lead to Limestone veranda • Master on Main Level • Ocean front • Built in Television • Remote controlled shades

HIS/HERS MASTER CLOSET • Bronze antique chandelier • The groin ceiling arch is noted in perfect symmetry • TruFig electrical outlets • Door and passageway to vestibule and Library/Study • Luggage Closet, walnut paneled • Built in shoe closet circulates air

• Italian marble book matched slab floor • Stainless steel shower drain • 8-foot glass doors • Three shower heads • Hand carved vanity • Oversize jetted soaking tub • Hand carved walnut surround for the magnifying mirror - all hand carved by Kenny Alexander • Bathroom hardware is Rohl and Perrin Rowe, UK • Heated marble deck around the master tub

• Private laundry in her master closet with sink and built in ironing board

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MAIN LEVEL

3-CAR GARAGE • Six Redwood carriage doors • Entrances into front entry and into kitchen from garage • Plenty of guest parking behind security gates • Electric car wiring present and behind walls (up to 3) • Main Level Full Baths: 1 • Main Level Half Baths: 2

BONUS LEVEL ROOF PERCH/ WHALE WATCHING DECK • This special spot is the perfect place to watch whale migration or just sit and enjoy a cocktail or morning coffee • It has a retractable weatherproof cover (much like a swimming pool cover) • High-pressure water canon for fire suppression

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UPPER LEVEL

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UPPER LEVEL

CONSERVATORY

3 BEDROOMS SUITES

• Features a large Gothic window facing the Pacific Ocean and perfectly centering the home

• The Cypress Suite is the closest to the Lone Cypress Tree with a family nook/sitting room

• Wet bar with stained glass window consistent theme of symmetry, balance and enlightenment

• The Pacific Suite is facing the Pacific ocean with fireplace and tub - Pacific suite opens to upper terrace

• Conservatory parlor has refrigerator, dishwasher, coffee bar, built-in TV and fireplace

• The Forest Suite faces the cypress forest on the front side of the house

• Full private ocean front terrace • Powder room • Custom Lighting • Antique bronze pendants

• Large Ocean View Limestone Terrace • Upper Level Full Baths: 3 • Upper Level Half Baths: 2

THE TOWER OFFICE • Ocean Front • Antique chandelier in the Tower study • Powder Room • Fireplace ■ 16 ■

LOWER OCEAN LEVEL

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LOWER OCEAN LEVEL

PUB/BAR

THEATER

• Ocean front with dishwasher and clear ice maker

• World Class theater with 6-inch concrete walls for sound proofing

• Bar seating for 5 bar stools

• JBL Synthesis speakers

• Oak Paneling

• 33 speakers for Dolby Atmos Surround Sound

• Hand carved fireplace • Paul Ferrante sconces • Reclaimed Oak and Marble counter top

WINE CELLAR • 1000 +/- Bottles • Climate-controlled • Special stonework – limestone walls and floor • Basket weave pattern interlocking racks to accommodate different size wine bottles

• 16’ x 6.9’ Stewart movie screen • 12 reclining leather seats for maximum comfort while viewing • Small stage for private performances (and grandkids!)

• Note symmetry and detail in theater, even the rug medallions are synchronized • Barco Laser projector (4K) • Commercial audio/visual system

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LOWER OCEAN LEVEL

GUEST SUITE • Ocean front • Full bathroom • Opens to lower Loggia

EXERCISE ROOM/GYM • Weight room

LAUNDRY ROOM • Commercial grade • Two washers and dryers

CATERING KITCHEN/ CARETAKER QUARTER • Separate entrance • Full bathroom • Separate sitting area • An alcove for a bed - could be used for live-in chef or caretaker • Breakfast Island, sink, oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, two sinks • Lower Level Full Baths: 2 • Lower Level Half Baths: 1 ■ 19 ■

THE TEAM

ARCHITECT

NOTABLE CRAFTSMEN CONTRIBUTORS • Finisher: Monterey Bay Painting, Jonathan Hale

• International Design Group/ AO Design Group

• Plaster: Artisan Ingraham Plaster

DESIGNER

• Cabinetry: Steve Neff, Harrison Furniture

• John Matthams, Anatoly Ostretsov

• Wood Floors: First Last and Always

BUILDER

• Custom Woodwork: Kenny Alexander, Harrison Furniture

• Carmel Builders, Michael Cox

• Roofer: Alan Parker

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

• Custom Fireplaces: Jean-Luc Preti

• Geoff Clifford, BCA Structural Eng.

• Mason: Joseph Demaria, Mark Knottencamper

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT • Mission Landscaping

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