Stunning private estate on nearly 9 secluded acres that front the picturesque Carmel River. The beautiful French chateau is set behind a 15-foot gated entry ensuring maximum privacy. The 4-bedroom home offers a dramatic great room with vaulted ceilings soaring two stories high, and is filled with beautiful light all day. The home's living areas embrace the natural surroundings by means of French doors throughout that open out onto stone terraces and patios that seamlessly lead to the expansive and lush landscaped grounds and down to the banks of the River where one can explore nature for hours. Relax by the serene pool, perfectly set in the verdant grass lawn, it's truly a majestic setting. This extraordinary retreat offers absolute tranquility in an exquisite natural setting unparalleled on the Monterey Peninsula. Ideal Mid-Valley location and climate, you will enjoy sun all day yet only 10 minutes inland from the beaches, culture and restaurants of Carmel and Monterey Bay.