Lakeside Bliss; Movie Director's Retreat: CA Wow Houses

CALIFORNIA — A condo in San Francisco for $160,000? A single family home in the Bay Area for $499,000? There are some bargains out there. But we also love looking at homes for the ultra rich, like this one owned by a movie director in Pacific Palisades. Or these estates in Atherton for $13 million, Marin for $11 million or Los Altos for $6.8 million.

If you're looking for a getaway, check out these finds in Tahoe and Big Bear.

Enjoy this week's California Wow Houses!

Here’s What $689,000 Will Buy In Livermore

WOW House: The fenced yard offers plenty of space for kids and pets.

Santa Cruz County Home Features Wine Tasting Room

WOW House: This yard is perfect for those who love to entertain.

$2,200,000 Will Buy A Stunning Danville Dream Home

WOW House: You will want to see the fireplace in the master bedroom.

Buy Cedarwood Chalet In Tahoe For $1,299,000

WOW House: Imagine enjoying your morning coffee in this sunroom.

Hmmm...Good Coffee! Jimmy's 'Pulp Fiction' House For Sale

WOW House: The Studio City "Pulp Fiction" house where, Jules, Vincent, Jimmy and the Wolf shared a cup of coffee is now listed as a teardown

Mission Possible: Director John Woo Lists Pacific Palisades Pad

WOW House: Blockbuster action movie director John Woo is selling his longtime Pacific Palisades home.

Million-Dollar Views From San Marcos Estate For $1M

WOW House: Gets views of the mountains and ocean from this stunning home.

Enchanting Lakeside Big Bear Cabin For $1.19M

WOW House: This fairytale cabin is dockside to cater to your needs.

Modern Atherton Stunner For $13.38M

WOW House: Talk about details! So much thought went into this gorgeous Atherton estate.

Luxurious CA Living With Palm Desert Estate For $1.29M

WOW House: Enjoy the desert in true luxury with this timeless home.

Modern South San Francisco Gem For $1.29M

WOW House: Need a beautiful family-friendly home in South San Francisco. Here it is.

Senior Condo In San Francisco: $180,000

WOW House: Downsize to a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo, freeing up your money for travel, fine dining and more.

Spectacular Victorian On Alameda Island: $1,499,000

WOW House: San Francisco gets the credit for its Painted Ladies, but look at this 1895 Victorian.

Home In Family Friendly Milpitas Neighborhood: $1,098,000

WOW House: Beautifully updated home has attractive amenities, and is close to commute options

Custom Built Fremont Luxury Home: $2,999,950

WOW House: This home features a 14K gold leaf painted dome.

1921 Piedmont Home Completely Updated: $1,895,000

WOW House: While it's ready for modern families, the charm of this home was preserved.

Serene European-Style Sonoma Wine Country Getaway: $2.95M

WOW House: The 7-acre property with a zinfandel vineyard has two residences and a pool and spa of natural stone.

Napa Valley WOW House: An Entertainer's Paradise For $3.49M

WOW House: Seven sets of French doors open to an outdoor entertaining area with a pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, fireplace and cabana bar.

Luxurious Los Altos Home With Private Tree-Lined Driveway: $6.88M

WOW House: The colonial-style North Los Altos residence has five bedroom suites, an outdoor kitchen and fireplace and a guest house.

Mesmerizing Views From Marin County Estate

WOW House: This $11,495,000 estate in Tiburon offers stunning views of Richardson Bay, Sausalito and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Look Inside This Spectacular Laguna Beach Oceanfront Home

WOW House: The beach is your backyard in this stunning Laguna Beach oceanfront property.

Newport Beach Luxury Awaits In $21M Architectural Masterpiece

WOW House: It's stunning design, lines and angles will steal your breath but they are nothing compared to the view.

Gold Coast Seal Beach Property An Oceanfront Find

WOW House: Like a glorious seashell, this Seal Beach home is a diamond in the rough. What would you do with this $5.1 million beach getaway?

Stunning Santee Home Offers Spacious Yard, Sweeping Views

WOW House: This $1.2 million home includes an outdoor fire pit, kitchen and BBQ.

Carlsbad Estate Comes With Sports Court

WOW House: This $2,450,000 estate has a pool, spa, sports court and two two-car garages.

Gated Estate On 6 Acres In Moraga: $3,850,000

WOW House: Can a home be both elegant and casual? It can in California's rolling hills.

Mid-Century Castro Valley Home: $698,000

WOW House: It looks small, but this home has a surprising 1500 sqft of living space.

Open Concept Living In El Cerrito Home: $765,000

WOW House: Packed with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, this home is ready for a new family.

3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Pinole Home With Large Backyard: $499,000

WOW House: If you're looking for a family home without a suffocating mortgage, take a look at this Pinole home.

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