Why Live in El Nido
El Nido, a neighborhood in Malibu, is situated within the expansive Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, offering residents access to over 150,000 acres of scenic canyons, peaks, and pathways. Solstice Canyon Park, located just west of El Nido, features multiple hiking trails, including the 3-mile Solstice Canyon Loop, which provides ocean views and passes by historic ruins. Corral Beach, bordering the community to the south, offers a quieter beach experience with street parking, while Malibu Lagoon State Beach and Latigo Beach are also nearby. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Webster Elementary School, Malibu Middle School, and Malibu High School, with students achieving commendations from the National Merit Scholarship Program. For higher education, Pepperdine University is located in Malibu. Although El Nido lacks retail options, local businesses along the Pacific Coast Highway, such as Malibu Seafood and Geoffrey's, provide dining with ocean views. The nearest supermarket, Ralphs Fresh Fare, is about 5 miles away. Residents often commute to downtown Los Angeles, approximately 40 miles away, with public transit options available via a Metro bus stop on the Pacific Coast Highway. Los Angeles International Airport is about 45 miles from the neighborhood. Homes in El Nido feature a mix of architectural styles, including contemporary, Mediterranean, and ranch-style homes, many with views of the mountains and ocean.
