Courtesy of Compass
Property Description
The Laureate House A Legacy of Art, Architecture, and Awe-Inspiring Views Perched above the La Jolla Country Club with sweeping panoramic vistas of the Pacific Ocean and The Village below, The Laureate House is a once-in-a-lifetime offering—an enchanting Spanish Colonial Revival estate that radiates history, beauty, and soul. Lovingly owned by Nobel Prize-winner and This rare jewel bears the hallmarks of Southern California Spanish Architecture that is iconic & holistic and was inspired by the vernacular of early California and Mexico, she infused the home with warmth and elegance—whitewashed stucco walls, red-tile roofing, wrought iron details, and intimate garden spaces that invite harmony with the landscape. The home’s layout is centered around a serene courtyard anchored by a reflection pond, evoking the romance and simplicity of a bygone era. Five spacious bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and two powder rooms are gracefully woven into a floorplan that encourages both celebration and contemplation. Indoor and outdoor living flow seamlessly, with grand entertaining areas opening to lush ocean-view terraces and a backyard ideal for gatherings under the stars. Rich in provenance and architectural character, this is not just a home—it is a legacy. A place where history, art, and nature converge in one of La Jolla’s most storied and breathtaking settings.
Open House
Property Details and Features
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Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- 5 total bedrooms
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Bathrooms
- 2 half bathrooms
- 3 full bathrooms
- 5 total bathrooms
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Second Bedroom
- 16×12 square feet
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Third Bedroom
- 14×12 square feet
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Fourth Bedroom
- 12×8 square feet
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Fifth Bedroom
- 19×10 square feet
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Building
- 3,019 estimated square feet
- Source: Assessor Record
- 3,000 to 3,999 SqFt
- Built in 1935
- Balcony
- Deck
- Other/Remarks
- Porch
- Porch – Front
- Porch – Rear
- Terrace
- 2 story
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Dining Room
- 16×14 square feet
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Exterior Features
- Stucco
- Wood
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Fence
- Gate
- Average Condition
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Fireplaces
- 2 fireplaces
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Floors
- Stone
- Tile
- Vinyl Tile
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Water Features
- Gas
- Meter on Property
- Public
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Heating
- Fireplace
- Forced Air Unit
- Natural Gas
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Interior Features
- Interior wall: other/remarks
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Kitchen
- Kitchen is 18×12 feet
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Laundry
- Garage
- Other/Remarks
- Inside
- Gas
- Gas & Electric Dryer HU
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Listing
- Source: SDMLS
- For Sale
- 7 days on market
- Listed on 2025-05-30
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Location
- Community: La Jolla
- County: San Diego
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Lot
- .25 to .5 AC
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Living Room
- 27×17 square feet
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Primary Bedroom
- 19×17 square feet
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Miscellaneous
- Foothills
- Gutters
- Mountainous
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Garage
- 2 garage parking spaces
- Attached
- Direct Garage Access
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Parking
- 2 non-garage parking spaces
- 4 total parking spaces
- Non-Garage Parking: Driveway,Driveway – Concrete,Private,See Remarks,Side by Side,Street
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Pool
- See Remarks
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Property
- Exclusive use yard
- Other/Remarks
- Irrigation: Automatic,Sprinklers
- City
- Evening Lights
- Golf Course
- Mountains/Hills
- Ocean
- Panoramic
- Parklike
- Panoramic Ocean
- Water
- Coastline
- Courtyard
- Landmark
- Neighborhood
- White Water
- City Lights
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Roof
- Tile/Clay
- Flat
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Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Public Sewer
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Utilities
- Cable (coaxial)
