Listed by Big Sur Coast Properties, Hillary Lipman, Listing Contact: 8315964607

West of Hwy1 in the heart of Big Sur above Pfeiffer Beach sits the private and exclusive enclave of Pfeiffer Point. The Barrel House, designed by famed local architect Mickey Meunnig, is an original hand built classic Big Sur home. This rare family compound is coming to market for the first time having been in the same ownership for over 40 years. Constructed from two interconnected giant redwood wine barrels this 2 bedroom plus loft & 2.5 bath family home looks out toward Pfeiffer Beach and endless ocean vistas. With almost 2000 sq. ft. on two levels, the ground floor boasts 2 living spaces, powder room, an open kitchen, vaulted ceilings and spectacular ocean views.A floating staircase leads to a loft perfect for an office or bedroom. A Guest Cottage is perched up the hillside, accessible through the flower and raised bed vegetable garden. Built from another reclaimed redwood barrel, it has 1 bedroom, a full kitchen, deck and outdoor dining area also overlooking the ocean. The 5 plus acres are surrounded by flower gardens and the native oak and redwood forest providing privacy and seclusion yet only minutes from all the restaurants, resorts and amenities of the Big Sur Valley. The property also has direct access via a hiking trail to the private beach below Pfeiffer Point.