28859 Boniface Dr Malibu, CA 90265

Set amidst an acre of gardens, this charming home has all the privacy of a country estate set in the convenient heart of Point Dume. Built on a single level with soaring, beamed ceilings and enormous windows, the garden property is beautifully detailed inside and out. Hand-chiseled hickory floors, Ann Sacks tiles, and exceptionally comfortable furnishings create a lovely setting for tranquil living and lively indoor-outdoor entertaining. Off the foyer, the light-filled, double-height living/dining great room, with a large fireplace, opens to a large flagstone patio through three sets of folding glass doors topped by clerestory windows. The patio, surrounded by flower beds, fountain, and lawn, has a large fireplace and is furnished for al fresco dining and casual lounging. Adjacent to the dining room, the chef's kitchen features soapstone countertops, an island topped with Carrera marble, top-quality appliances, a breakfast bar, desk space, abundant cabinets, a farmhouse sink, and an additional refrigerator and freezer drawers. The spacious family room, with a wall of shelving and a large flatscreen, is roomy enough for large gatherings and cozy enough for quiet escape. A hallway off the living room leads to a wing with an office with a built-in desk and a window seat, plus three bedrooms. Here, the primary suite is gorgeous and charming, with a sunroom that opens onto the backyard, a walk-in closet, and a large tiled bath with dual vanities. The grounds of this enchanting home suggest relaxing strolls, long naps, and bucolic entertaining. The back patio has an outdoor kitchen complete with Lynx barbecue and bluestone counter bar. At one edge of the lawn is a small flower bed and a curved bench built of massive stones. From the patio, a flagstone path extends past rose beds to a footbridge that leads to a huge irrigated flower, vegetable, and herb garden complete with raised beds, chicken coop, garden sheds, a bench, and productive 15 types of fruit trees, which include citrus, apricot, mulberry, and pomegranate trees. Throughout this gated property, hedges and mature trees emphasize privacy. The home has a two-car garage, with a gym setup, plus additional guest parking. Equipped with security, built-in sound, radiant heat, heated outdoor shower, and a variety of smart-home features, this non-toxic home is a peaceful sanctuary in one of Southern California's most desirable communities.