Beachfront Splendor

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4/20/2023Updated: 9/20/2024

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Many of the beachfront homes in Malibu, California, are owned by movie stars, but in this case, it’s the home itself that’s the star. This two-story, 3,502-square-foot, four bedroom, three bathroom residence on a .15-acre ocean frontage lot served as the home of Robert De Niro’s character in “Heat,” filmed in 1995.

The dining room is conveniently adjacent to the kitchen and has dramatic hanging lighting, walls ideal for displaying large artwork, and clear views of the ocean. (Courtesy of Stirling Reed and toptenrealestatedals.com) — The dining room is conveniently adjacent to the kitchen and has dramatic hanging lighting, walls ideal for displaying large artwork, and clear views of the ocean. Courtesy of Stirling Reed and toptenrealestatedals.com

Located within Malibu Cove Colony, where access is controlled by a guardhouse that is manned 24/7, the property combines privacy for the owner with unobstructed views of the beach and the ocean beyond. Designed by Ron Goldman, the home’s exterior is clean and simple, finished in bright white. Although the entry side of the home has no windows, the side facing the beach opens wide to let in the sunshine.

The living room spills out onto a deck overlooking the beach, and the bedrooms feature private glass-walled decks. (Courtesy of Stirling Reed and toptenrealestatedals.com) — The living room spills out onto a deck overlooking the beach, and the bedrooms feature private glass-walled decks. Courtesy of Stirling Reed and toptenrealestatedals.com

Stepping inside, the owner and guests are greeted by wood flooring, soaring ceilings, and an open floorplan that allows a clear view of the beach from all rooms. Large glass roof panels provide natural lighting during the day and a view of the stars after dark. Stairs lead up to the second floor, with the kitchen and living room located to the left. The kitchen features a central island with a grill and a pass-through to a bar-style casual dining station and the adjacent dining room, which is set several steps down from the foyer level. Opposite the dining area is the airy living area, with ample room for watching movies to one side and a gathering area on the other in front of a fireplace. This section of the home has glass walls that open onto the beach and to a completely private open-air courtyard, which in turn has stairs leading to the upper level.

Upon stepping inside, the owners and guests are greeted by wood flooring, soaring ceilings with huge skylights, a staircase leading to the upper level, and floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over the ocean. (Courtesy of Stirling Reed and toptenrealestatedals.com) — Upon stepping inside, the owners and guests are greeted by wood flooring, soaring ceilings with huge skylights, a staircase leading to the upper level, and floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over the ocean. Courtesy of Stirling Reed and toptenrealestatedals.com

On the second floor, the bedrooms are equipped with floor-to-ceiling glass walls that open to bring in the ocean breezes. The master bedroom features a desk facing out over the ocean.

The street view of the home reveals a two-car garage and a clean design that has no windows in order to ensure complete privacy. (Courtesy of Stirling Reed and toptenrealestatedals.com) — The street view of the home reveals a two-car garage and a clean design that has no windows in order to ensure complete privacy. Courtesy of Stirling Reed and toptenrealestatedals.com

Throughout the home, the walls are sized to display oversized art, giving it the atmosphere of an art gallery. Notable features include a two-car garage, solar panels, and a Tesla charging system.