Life So Rare, It Can Only Be Lived Here. Welcome to The Muir Garden Estate, a truly legendary La Jolla property where history, architecture, and lifestyle exist in perfect harmony. Set behind private gates on 2.65 acres of manicured, ocean-view grounds, this extraordinary estate is a botanical sanctuary originally curated by famed horticulturist Kate Sessions, whose vision shaped some of Southern California’s most iconic landscapes. Wake each morning to birdsong drifting through century-old trees as ocean breezes move gently across sunlit verandas. This is more than a home—it is a lifestyle defined by serenity, celebration, creativity, and connection with friend and family, overlooking the Pacific in one of La Jolla’s most prestigious and sought after settings. Architecturally, the estate is a modernized interpretation of the original Muir family residence, designed by master architect Edgar Ulrich in the timeless Santa Barbara Revival style—thoughtfully updated to meet modern living while preserving its historic elegance and soul of the 1920’s Exceptional and Notable features include a Mills Act designation, private tennis court, resort-style pools and cabana, Stunning main residence with two guest homes, authentic theater, game room, golf simulator, spa and gym, library, and parking for six cars. A rare and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a living piece of La Jolla history—where lifestyle isn’t imagined, it’s lived.
- Swimming Pool:
- Below Ground, Private, Pool Cover, Lap, Heated, Tile, Permits, See Remarks, Heated with Gas
- Heating System:
- Fireplace, Forced Air Unit, Zoned Areas
- Cooling System:
- Central Forced Air, Zoned Area(s)
- Fence:
- Partial, Gate, Security, Privacy, Good Condition, Chain Link, Barbed Wire, Other/Remarks
- Fireplace:
- Library, Gas, Wood, Masonry, Kitchen, Fire Pit, Great Room, Den, Outdoors, Other/Remarks, Patio/Outdoors, FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room, FP in Dining Room, FP in Primary BR
- Patio:
- Covered, Deck, Porch - Front, Patio, Roof Top, Balcony, Cabana, Brick, Porch - Rear, Terrace, Patio Open, Gazebo, Other/Remarks, Stone/Tile
- Parking:
- Garage, Direct Garage Access, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Gated, Garage - Two Door, Detached, Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Rear Entry, Golf Cart Garage, Garage - Side Entry
- Architectural Style:
- Custom Built, Mediterranean/Spanish, See Remarks
- Fireplaces Total:
- 10
- Flooring:
- Stone, Tile, Wood, Carpet, Clay
- Interior Features:
- Kitchen Island, Living Room Balcony, Recessed Lighting, Shower in Tub, 2 Staircases, Granite Counters, Shower, Balcony, Bathtub, Bidet, Low Flow Toilet(s), Remodeled Kitchen, Beamed Ceilings, Bar, Living Room Deck Attached, Ceramic Counters, Tile Counters, Wet Bar, Low Flow Shower, Stone Counters, Copper Plumbing Partial, Sump Pump, Coffered Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Kitchenette, Open Floor Plan, Crown Moldings, Unfurnished, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Storage Space, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Home Automation System
- Laundry Features:
- Electric, Gas, Washer Hookup
- Sewer:
- Sewer Connected, Public Sewer
- Utilities:
- Sewer Connected, Electricity Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected, Cable Connected, Phone Connected
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooking, Gas Range, Double Oven, Freezer, Ice Maker, Vented Exhaust Fan, 6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Electric Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Electric Cooking, Built-In, Barbecue, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Grill, Garage Door Opener, Gas & Electric Range, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Stove Hood, Counter Top, Shed(s), Built In Range, Other/Remarks
- Country:
- US
- State:
- CA
- County:
- SD
- City:
- La Jolla
- Community:
- LA JOLLA
- Zipcode:
- 92037
- Street:
- Muirlands Dr
- Street Number:
- 1205
- Longitude:
- W118° 44' 6.8''
- Latitude:
- N32° 49' 36''
- Directions:
- Secured Access - Please coordiante with Craig Lotzof for access - Security staff on property.
- Mls Area Major:
- Coastal South
- Elementary School District:
- San Diego Unified School Distric
- High School District:
- San Diego Unified School Distric
- Middle Or Junior School District:
- San Diego Unified School Distric
- Office Name:
- Compass
- Agent Name:
- Craig Lotzof
- Accessibility Features:
- Low Pile Carpeting, See Remarks
- Building Size:
- 14768
- Community Features:
- BBQ, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Sauna, Exercise Room, Pet Restrictions, Tennis Courts
- Construction Materials:
- Stucco, Wood
- Garage:
- 6
- Levels:
- 2 Story
- On Market Date:
- 2026-02-02
- Stories:
- 2
- Stories Total:
- 2
- Water Source:
- Meter on Property, Public
- List Agent Mls Id:
- 612981
- List Office Mls Id:
- 8676
- Listing Term:
- Cash,Conventional
- Mls Status:
- ACTIVE
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-02-03T00:28:30Z
- Originating System Name:
- SDMLS
- Special Listing Conditions:
- N/K
Residential For Sale 8 Bedrooms 1205 Muirlands Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 - Scottway - San Diego Real Estate
1205 Muirlands Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Listing ID :
- 260002530
- Price :
- $27,895,000
- View :
- Evening Lights,Ocean,Panoramic,Parklike,Panoramic Ocean,Pool,Water,Coastline,Landmark,Neighborhood,Trees/Woods,City Lights
- Bedrooms :
- 8
- Bathrooms :
- 13
- Half Bathrooms :
- 4
- Square Footage :
- 14,768
- Year Built :
- 1929
- Status :
- Active
- Full Bathrooms :
- 9
- Property Sub Type :
- Detached
- Roof:
- Tile/Clay
