Escape to this majestic, two-story cottage nestled in mythic Big Sur. From two sprawling decks, vistas of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Lucia mountaintops, golden sunsets, and no neighboring homes. Natural light provides a respite from glowing screens. Nestled above the trees, glass walls and skylights allow you to sleep among the trees and under the stars. Well-equipped kitchen with a rustic redwood living-edge countertop. Spacious and level lawn, terraces of native trees, and raised beds allow you to melt into your natural surroundings on four acres of redwoods, oaks, and fruit trees. Well-maintained entrance road and nearby fire station. Fine dining and shopping in Carmel and Pebble Beach are a short drive away within the desirable Carmel School District.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
4 acresLot Size
$1,125Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by TruszkowskiFreedman•DRE #70010222• Sotheby’s International Realty
Listed by • Sotheby’s International Realty
Contact: 831-250-3560
Bought with TruszkowskiFreedman•DRE #70010222• Sotheby’s International Realty
Escape to this majestic, two-story cottage nestled in mythic Big Sur. From two sprawling decks, vistas of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Lucia mountaintops, golden sunsets, and no neighboring homes. Natural light provides a respite from glowing screens. Nestled above the trees, glass walls and skylights allow you to sleep among the trees and under the stars. The artist studio includes a spacious, attached kiln shelter. Well-equipped kitchen with a rustic redwood living-edge countertop. Spacious and level lawn, terraces of native trees, and raised beds allow you to melt into your natural surroundings on four acres of redwoods, oaks, and fruit trees. The property includes a separate caretakers' cottage. Well-maintained entrance road and nearby fire station. Fine dining and shopping in Carmel and Pebble Beach are a short drive away within the desirable Carmel School District.
MLSListings #ML81707031
Jun 14, 2018
Sold
$1,099,000
$769/sq ft
Jun 7, 2018
Pending
—
May 24, 2018
Listed
$1,099,000
$769/sq ft
+21
Escape to this majestic, two-story cottage nestled in mythic Big Sur. From two sprawling decks, vistas of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Lucia mountaintops, golden sunsets, and no neighboring homes. Natural light provides a respite from glowing screens. Nestled above the trees, glass walls and skylights allow you to sleep among the trees and under the stars. Floating stairs and pass-throughs connect living spaces and allow airflow. The artist studio includes a spacious, attached kiln shelter. Well-equipped kitchen with a rustic redwood living-edge countertop. Spacious & level lawn, terraces of native trees, and raised beds allow you to melt into your natural surroundings on four acres of redwoods, oaks, and fruit trees. The property includes a separate caretakers' cottage. Property is accessible with a well-maintained entrance road and nearby fire station. Fine dining and shopping in Carmel & Pebble Beach are a short drive away within the desirable Carmel School District.
Public Records
May 27, 1977
Sold
$50,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,729 (+3.0%)
$636,724 + $795,906
$1,432,630
2024
$14,305 (+5.5%)
$624,240 + $780,300
$1,404,540
2023
$13,554 (+3.4%)
$612,000 + $765,000
$1,377,000
2022
$13,107 (+1.0%)
$1,072,201 + $213,366
$1,285,567
2021
$12,977 (+2.2%)
$1,051,178 + $209,183
$1,260,361
2020
$12,701 (+9.0%)
$1,030,567 + $205,082
$1,235,649
2019
$11,650 (+431.5%)
$1,020,000 + $202,980
$1,222,980
2018
$2,192 (+2.2%)
$918,000 + $202,980
$1,120,980
2017
$2,145 (+1.7%)
$153,059 + $57,388
$210,447
2016
$2,109 (+1.4%)
$153,059 + $57,388
$210,447
2015
$2,079 (+1.2%)
$150,058 + $56,263
$206,321
2014
$2,055 (+1.3%)
$144,909 + $54,333
$199,242
2013
$2,029 (−1.4%)
$144,909 + $54,333
$199,242
2012
$2,057 (+1.8%)
$144,255 + $54,088
$198,343
2011
$2,022 (+1.0%)
$141,427 + $53,028
$194,455
2010
$2,001 (−0.3%)
$138,654 + $51,989
$190,643
2009
$2,007 (+2.3%)
$137,618 + $51,601
$189,219
2008
$1,961
$137,945 + $51,724
$189,669
Tax history for 37763 Palo Colorado Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,729 (+3.0%)
$636,724 + $795,906
$1,432,630
2024
$14,305 (+5.5%)
$624,240 + $780,300
$1,404,540
2023
$13,554 (+3.4%)
$612,000 + $765,000
$1,377,000
2022
$13,107 (+1.0%)
$1,072,201 + $213,366
$1,285,567
2021
$12,977 (+2.2%)
$1,051,178 + $209,183
$1,260,361
2020
$12,701 (+9.0%)
$1,030,567 + $205,082
$1,235,649
2019
$11,650 (+431.5%)
$1,020,000 + $202,980
$1,222,980
2018
$2,192 (+2.2%)
$918,000 + $202,980
$1,120,980
2017
$2,145 (+1.7%)
$153,059 + $57,388
$210,447
2016
$2,109 (+1.4%)
$153,059 + $57,388
$210,447
2015
$2,079 (+1.2%)
$150,058 + $56,263
$206,321
2014
$2,055 (+1.3%)
$144,909 + $54,333
$199,242
2013
$2,029 (−1.4%)
$144,909 + $54,333
$199,242
2012
$2,057 (+1.8%)
$144,255 + $54,088
$198,343
2011
$2,022 (+1.0%)
$141,427 + $53,028
$194,455
2010
$2,001 (−0.3%)
$138,654 + $51,989
$190,643
2009
$2,007 (+2.3%)
$137,618 + $51,601
$189,219
2008
$1,961
$137,945 + $51,724
$189,669
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4 Acres
Year renovated
1972
Sq. Ft.
1,483
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
418081030000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Jul 18, 2024 • Final
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Parking
Parking Information
Parking Description: No Garage, Parking Area, Uncovered Parking