Welcome to Castellammare
Scenic beauty and ample sunshine await in this tony hidden gem
Ideally located in the western district of the nation’s second-largest metropolis, Castellammare is a breath of fresh air. Lively but peaceful, exclusive but connected, this affluent region redefines sandy sophistication with its incredible, high-profile estates, a bevy of boutiques and restaurants within its vicinity, and a classic California cool image. Tremendous views of the legendary Golden State coastline and the vast Pacific Ocean while effortless access to both the beach and Santa Monica mountains offers Castellammare’s residents a vibrant, unmatched lifestyle.
What to Love
- Friendly neighbors who prize a sense of community
- Splendid estates with staggering vistas of California’s natural splendors
- Proximity to downtown Los Angeles, Brentwood, Hollywood, and Malibu
- Access to the renowned Pacific Coast Highway and Sunset Boulevard
- Ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, swimming, yoga, and more
- Classy and laidback
Local Lifestyle
Castellammare’s picturesque streets, exquisite architecture, and bright, inviting atmosphere make it one of the leading areas to call home in the greater Los Angeles area. Successful entrepreneurs, entertainment industry executives, business professionals, and flourishing artists are all delighted to live, work, and play in this hamlet, where a good portion of its residents work from home. With high-ranking schools in the region, it’s a particularly perfect place for families who savor SoCal’s impeccable weather and its array of outdoor recreational activities.
Dining, Shopping & Entertainment
Los Angeles as a whole has garnered a glowing reputation as one of the top spots on the globe for world-class, super-diverse, and always-electrifying dining, shopping, and entertainment.
Pacific Palisades contributes to this fame with its own collection of restaurants, bars, boutiques, and entertainment venues. Its proximity to downtown LA and Hollywood means residents of the region can steal away for the night to catch a show at the Troubadour or enjoy the opera.
Juicy Ladies is a perennial favorite for Castellammare residents. Hyper-fresh, organic ingredients take center stage at this bustling juice bar and cafe. Here, you can snack on a range of healthy dishes like falafel wraps with hummus, avocado, and pepperoncini, leafy green salads with pumpkin seeds and cilantro, and ghee and reishi crepes with grass-grazed eggs. Juicy Ladies’ darling interior is the proverbial icing on the cake.
Date nights and dinners with friends are best enjoyed at Spruzzo Restaurant & Bar. Refresh with a passion fruit margarita and a plate of ahi tartare prepped with Togarashi tuna and lemon oil citronette, or go all out with a barbeque chicken artisan pizza and a gin and prickly pear-enhanced cactus cooler. You can’t go wrong at this hip, Italian-American venue.
And when your sweet tooth strikes, know that it will be thoroughly satisfied at K Bakery Eatery & Bakeshop, which specializes in “scratch” cuisine and heavenly pastries and bread — all free from preservatives. Coconut rum cakes with buttercream and coconut flakes, fig and walnut scones, and red velvet cupcakes are just a few of the gems on their delectable menu.
Shopping in Pacific Palisades is just as delightful, no matter if you are on the prowl for a new sustainably made Reformation skirt or want to dress up (and pamper) your pet. For the latter, head directly to Collar & Leash Palisades. The bespoke pet boutique features everything from cute leashes to all-natural dog treats.
Things to Do
Castellammare's prime location renders it a haven for those who adore spending time outdoors. Los Liones Canyon Trail is ideal for a Saturday morning hike and for soaking up the sweeping views of the coastline. Paseo Miramar Trailhead is just as extraordinary. As one of the most remarkable and well-known trails in California, it boasts breathtaking vistas that are well worth every inch of its slightly challenging climb.
Castellammare residents are also fond of Castle Rock Beach, which combines rugged beauty with serenity. You’ll also find abundant amounts of peace at the reservations-required SRF Lake Shrine. It is a self-realization retreat and temple that presents gorgeous fountains, excellent views, spring-fed lakes, and memorials to the most important figures in yogic history.
Schools
School-aged children in Castellammare are served by the Los Angeles Unified School District. A few of the most notable schools in the area include: