Michael Gilson

This oceanside sanctuary is set on a private forested promontory, within walking distance of the renowned Esalen Institute and countless hiking trails. Designed by architects Francis Palms and Mickey Muennig, this house and cottage embody the serenity of Big Sur. With panoramic 180Â views, the 3 bdrm / 2.5 bath main house is two stories, with wood burning fireplaces on both floors. The upstairs

This 120 acre parcel in the upper Garrapatos watershed is a pristine, private mountain sanctuary with an abundance of pure spring water and extraordinary views of the Santa Lucia mountains, sacred Pico Blanco, the Palo Colorado ridges, and the immense Pacific Ocean. With it's amazing flora and fauna of bobcats, foxes, deer, eagles, hawks and more, it's like having one's own small game reserve.

This 100+ acre nature preserve with white sand beach, redwood forest, and 360 degree views is where Big Sur architect Mickey Muennig chose to design his final residential masterpiece. Set within Deer Ridge by way of a sod roof that also provides insulation, Muennig created this luxurious off grid residence on a site with views all the way to San Luis Obispo and Santa Cruz counties. Radiant heat