Encinal Canyon Bluff
By Rodney Sparrow
Nestled in an enclave of Malibu, California, Encinal Canyon Bluff is attracting discerning buyers as it goes to auction on April 11th. Located at 31959 Pacific Coast Highway, this remarkable property, previously listed at $13.5 million, includes 130 acres and offers awe-inspiring unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean and the spellbinding mountainous terrain surrounding it. The property directly next door is owned by Splash movie star Daryl Hannah and singer Neil Young. Bidding for Encinal Canyon Bluff will commence on March 28 via conciergeauctions.com. The culmination of the auction will take place live at The Maybourne Beverly Hills on April 11.
Entrepreneur Frank Schilling
Frank Schilling, a Canadian and Caymanian entrepreneur, is selling the property with Concierge Auctions, in partnership with Bill and Daniel Moss of Coldwell Banker Realty. “This property represents a crown jewel,” Schilling said. “The opportunity to create a private fantasy and legacy estate, far removed but close enough to drive for a Frappuccino and organic breakfast.”
Schilling built his company, Uniregistry, following the dot-com bust by acquiring thousands of domain names. He aggressively expanded his portfolio to over 320,000 domains, and through a blend of advertisements and direct sales, Schilling multiplied his holdings. He originally bought the Malibu property, as three separate parcels and combined them into one sprawling estate. He had plans drawn up to construct a mega mansion inspired by the fictional character Tony Stark, depicted in Robert Downey Jr. in Marvel’s Iron Man movies. However, he has since moved to the Cayman Islands, where he is the proprietor of the restaurant Mykonos Cayman. He has also launched the Greek bubbly rosé Aphrodise.
Leonardo DiCaprio, Miley Cyrus &Cindy Crawford
Situated a mere 20 minutes from downtown Malibu, renowned for its pristine coastal views, Encinal Canyon Bluff epitomizes luxury coastal living. The area boasts top-tier surfing spots, farm-to-table restaurants, and breathtaking sunsets, offering an array of activities for residents and visitors alike. Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area beckons with picturesque hills and canyons, while nearby vineyards offer an escape for wine lovers. The charming oceanfront community is also a hot-spot for celebrities, with A-listers such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Miley Cyrus and Cindy Crawford all owning homes in the zipcode.
Concierge Auctions
“At Concierge Auctions, we pride ourselves on achieving market value from a global collection of buyers,” said Bob Buttaro, Vice President of Business Development at Concierge Auctions. “‘Encinal Canyon’ is a prime example of a premier offering in the land development space, which we continue to forge ahead on as market leaders. This is truly unique and one of the final such opportunities available in Malibu.”
Consisting of three separate parcels, Encinal Canyon Bluff offers an unparalleled development opportunity. Surveys and permits for a 10,000± square-foot home, designed by Tobias Architects, have been completed, with nine of the eleven departments signing off on the project. The property presents the flexibility to develop a single-family residence or explore the potential for multiple homes on the combined estate.
Key for Key® Giving Program
In addition to its allure as a luxury property, Encinal Canyon Bluff is part of Concierge Auctions’ Key for Key® giving program, operated in partnership with Giveback Homes. This initiative ensures that a portion of the closing proceeds will contribute to funding a new home for a family in need.
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