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
MLS #
SD260002530
MLS Source
San Diego MLS
Days on Site
2
Bathrooms
Bidet, Shower and Tub, Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower, Tub
Kitchen
Countertop - Ceramic, Countertop - Granite, Countertop - Other, Countertop - Stone, Countertop - Tile, Exhaust Fan, Island, Other
Appliances
Cooktop - Electric, Built-in BBQ Grill, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Other, Oven - Double, Oven - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range, Oven Range - Built-In, Oven Range - Electric, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Fireplace
Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Fire Pit, Gas Burning, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Other Location, Outside
Flooring
Carpet, Clay, Stone, Tile, Wood
Laundry
Hookup - Electric, Hookup - Gas Dryer, Hookups Only, In Closet, In Common Area, In Laundry Room, Other, Stacked Only, Upper Floor, Inside
Cooling
Ceiling Fan, Central Forced Air, Multi-Zone
Heating
Fireplace, Forced Air, Gas - Natural, Other
Roof
Tile
Foundation
Slab
Pool
Community Facility, Cover, Heated, Heated - Gas, In Ground, Lap, Other, Pool/Spa Combo, Spa - Private, Spa/Hot Tub
Style
Custom, Mediterranean, Other
Garage/Parking
Access - Interior, Attached Garage, Detached, Facing Front, Facing Rear, Facing Side, Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Other, Private / Exclusive, RV/Boat Parking, Garage: 6 Car(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
HOA Fee
$0
Complex Amenities
Barbecue Area, Community Pool, Gym / Exercise Facility
1205 Muirlands Dr is a Single Family Residence in La Jolla, CA 92037. This 14,768 square foot property sits on a 2.65 Acres Lot and features 8 bedrooms & 9 full and 4 partial bathrooms. It is currently priced at $27,895,000 and was built in 1929. This address can also be written as 1205 Muirlands Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037.
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This listing information is up-to-date as of February 03, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Craig Lotzof, (858) 243-4071