One of the best places to live in Malibu is, of course, by the beach. Living by the beach affords you fantastic ocean views, falling asleep to waves crashing onshore, watching dolphins or even the occasional whale swim by, and the gorgeous Malibu sunsets.
What could make all this even more enjoyable? The ideal Malibu beach house, of course.
In this post we summarized what makes the ideal Malibu beach house to enjoy during sultry summers, or all year long.
A Perfect Malibu Beach House Has Big Windows
What’s an ocean view worth without large windows or sliding glass doors that showcases every aspect of the view before you?
There are a variety of options for a beach house, depending on size. Even if you have neighbors close to you, privacy can still be had with inward curved glass walls as shown in the accompanying photo.
Window film can protect against the sun’s glare, yet still give you that expansive view from your Malibu beach house.
Easy Beach Access
Beach access is key when buying a house in Malibu. Sure, vacationers and tourists can fill the sands, but they typically leave after a few hours.
With a Malibu beach house of your own, you get to hit the sand and waves any time you want. You can take early morning walks, long afternoon strolls or even a late night jog. Relaxing in the sand, and waves that are just minutes from your home can make it feel like you own so much more than a beach house in Malibu—you own the world.
Some ideal locations for Malibu homes that are literally steps from the beach include Broad Beach, where homes have yards that front the ocean. The average median home price on Broad Beach is roughly $12 million, which means you won’t be living in the average Malibu beach house.
The beach area off Malibu Road below Bluffs Park is also an ideal location for your Malibu beach house. Other ideal areas include Malibu Colony, La Costa, for casual beach bungalows, and Carbon Beach, another pricey location also known as Billionaire’s Beach.
An Infinity Pool
Ah, the idyllic infinity pool. These pools have an edge of cascading water on one side, making them look like they merge right into the ocean.
An infinity pool will make your Malibu beach house look luxurious, and is a great space for lounging in the sun or shade.
When surrounded by water features, beach landscaping, alfresco dining, the pool becomes so much more than just water. It becomes an experience in itself. Every Malibu beach house should have one.
Pristine White Colors
White is the color of choice for the ideal Malibu beach house. White is a color that feels fresh, crisp, clean and inviting all at once.
Whitewashed walls bring feelings of tranquility and purity, and white interiors can make a space look more modern and tidy. Also, white is a great color choice for decorating because it goes with everything.
Here are some ideas from Elle Decor on how to decorate your home in white.
Modern Details
Modern details can update even the oldest home into something that looks fresh and new, and that includes the most beach-y of Malibu beach houses.
An Open Floor Plan for Entertaining
If you’re all about entertaining guests in your Malibu beach home, you’ll want an open concept layout with plenty of space for people to hang out and chat.
Open floor plans are incredibly convenient—you enter the living room and from there you can see the kitchen, dining room and all other main level spaces, including that ocean view!
Being able to see all the action means you can be cooking in the kitchen while watching guests, or your children in the living room.
Indoor-Outdoor Flow
Being able to seamlessly go from the inside to the outdoor area of your home is imperative in Malibu. The weather is beautiful almost all year round and it’s really nice to have an entryway that is large and open to allow in sunlight and fresh breezes.
A Grand Master Bathroom
Finally, an oasis all to yourself. The master bathroom is the spot for relaxing, soaking, and unwinding.
No ideal Malibu beach house is complete without a custom master bath, complete with a spa tub where you can soak and gaze at that ocean view.
If you would like to know more about Malibu beach houses for sale, please contact us at russellandtony@compass.com / 310.230.5771. We’ll alert you when new homes are on the market in Malibu. We’ll help you find your ideal Malibu beach house and get you relaxing in that pool in no time at all.
