Full Description: Featured on the LUXURY PROPERTY BLOG. Generations of privileged guests have been enchanted by this astonishing villa, from its exquisite craftsmanship and astonishing views to its rare private beach. Charmed since it first took shape on the high cliffs of Laguna Beach nearly a century ago, the incomparable Villa Rockledge was the vision of Frank A. Miller and Arthur Benton, the developer and architect of Southern California's famous Mission Inn resort in Riverside. Built on a spectacular site Miller had owned since 1887, the estate was created as a gift to his wife, Marion. He called it Mariona. In late 1918, under the watchful eyes of Miller and Benton, the crews and artisans who built the Mission Inn began to craft this stunning residence by hand – from the thick cement foundations and retaining walls to the rustic stone towers, large open oceanside porches and ornamental chimneys. Each leaded glass casement window, heavy beam, hand-sanded mahogany floor, wrought iron railing and masterpiece timework was handmade. The process took 4 years. As the movie industry emerged, the growing coastal resort and art colony of Laguna Beach became a getaway playground. An invitation to Villa Rockledge was a highly coveted prize. Hollywood luminaries like Clifton Webb, Robert Mitchum and Errol Flynn basked on its private beach. Bette Davis met her future husband, William Grant Sherry, on the mystical estate. In the same hands for 35 years, lovingly restored to its original grandeur, Villa Rockledge is on the National Registry of Historic Places. "Rarely do events of history so conspire to create a private place, privately owned, with a record that traces the life and times of a public place known and revered by countless thousands. Such a place is Villa Rockledge of Laguna Beach, California." Built in 1918 by builder Frank Miller builder of the Mission Inn or Riverside, this three bedroom three and a half bathroom historical landmark, sits built into the cliffs of Laguna Beach. This is a 5,500 square foot home with and office loft, huge great room with vaulted ceilings, two sitting rooms, two kitchens, and it's own private beach. This home is one of a kind! ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY Villa Rockledge is a rare jewel in one of the world's most desirable real estate locations, a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a piece of history. Stunning in location, and steeped in the best of California's early history, Villa Rockledge sits perfectly juxtaposed between beautiful coastline, world class climate, and Laguna Beach, one of California's most natural, artistic and desirable towns. "The overall quality is complex, dynamic and with a very pleasant sense of mystery. The villa is in excellent, well-maintained condition. One must see it from the ocean side to really appreciate its beauty." - State of California Historic Resources Inventory. In late 1918, under the watchful eyes of iconic historical developers Frank A. Miller and Arthur Benton, the same crews and artisans who built the famous Mission Inn, began to craft this stunning residence by hand - from the thick cement foundations and retaining walls to the rustic stone towers, large open ocean-side porches and ornamental chimneys. Each leaded glass casement window, heavy beam, hand-sanded mahogany floor, wrought iron railing and masterpiece timework was handmade. The process took four years. BREATHTAKINGLY UNIQUE - A LEGACY FOR GENERATIONS Miller and Benton filled Villa Rockledge with a dazzling array of "new" Mediterranean and Mission influences that captured the idealized beauty of Early California. Encouraged by Miller, the style would soon sweep Southern California, winning generations of hearts. Soon after, some of Hollywood’s most famous movie celebrities came and stayed, an homage to the unique place and style that is still Villa Rockledge today. A true legacy house for generations to come, the views from every window are exquisite. The private beach is both rare and divine, and one of the last available private beaches in California. An esteemed member of the USA's National Registry of Historic Places, a coveted designation which does not prohibit architectural updates, but encourages preservation of historical significance. The soul of Villa Rockledge can only be experienced from standing in the grand foyer, or drinking in the awe-inspiring ocean-side vistas. Weir Properties welcomes your inquiries, and will professionally coordinate an opportunity to step inside this unique, once in a lifetime property. Villa Rockledge is waiting to welcome a new generation of VIP guests. Yours.