Rich materials and exquisite landscaping set the tone for this finely crafted property at 332 12th Street in Santa Monica’s upscale North of Montana neighborhood.
![Living room fireplace in Santa Monica](https://compasscaliforniablog.com/wp-content/uploads/7-print-332-12th-Street-7-700x467.jpg)
With six bedrooms and eight baths in over 6,550 square feet, the home takes advantage of its spacious setting with an airy, open living/dining/kitchen area over wide-plank walnut floors.
![Indoor outdoor dining](https://compasscaliforniablog.com/wp-content/uploads/78-print-332-12th-Street-78-700x467.jpg)
The view from the front door sweeps all the way to the leafy backyard oasis with its broad heated patio, olive trees and huge grassy lawn.
![indoor outdoor living room](https://compasscaliforniablog.com/wp-content/uploads/93-print-332-12-Street-93-700x467.jpg)
The freestanding kitchen is a blend of creamy Calacatta Macchia Vecchia marble, honeyed burled walnut and subtly displayed Miele appliances. An open breakfast area adjoins a covered patio.
![Expansive new statement home in North of Montana](https://compasscaliforniablog.com/wp-content/uploads/23-print-332-12th-Street-23-700x467.jpg)
Nearby, a full dining room is set for more extensive entertaining. An open three-story steel staircase ushers light from a large skylight all the way down to the vast lower level, home to a large family/game room, theater with wet bar, and gym.
![beautiful wood ping pong table](https://compasscaliforniablog.com/wp-content/uploads/60-print-332-12th-Street-60-700x467.jpg)
Two bedroom suites here open to lightwell patios. Sequestered on the top level, the romantic master suite features vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet, an intimate covered balcony and a showstopping bath wrapped in wall-to-wall Swiss Alps marble.
![Master bedroom with art](https://compasscaliforniablog.com/wp-content/uploads/98-print-332-12-Street-98-700x467.jpg)
The home is served by 11-zone HVAC, solar and Control4 tech. A detached two-car garage completes this exceptional property, listed by Charles Pence at $7,800,000.