Designed by architect James Maul, the timber-wrapped residence has vaulted ceilings, ocean views, and a two-bedroom guesthouse.
Location: 1021 Hillcrest Drive, Cambria, California
Price: $1,688,000
Year Built: 1983
Architect: James H. Maul
Footprint: 2,360 square feet (3 bedrooms, 3 baths)
Lot Size: 1.1 Acres
From the Agent: "1021 Hillcrest is an architectural gem, perfectly designed for a 1+ acre site in the sunny and sought-after Pine Knolls neighborhood in the seaside village of Cambria. While the spaces are multileveled, only a few stairs separate each. Ceilings are vaulted and beamed, with skylights and windows for abundant light. The buildings are set back from the street, up the multicolored paver driveway, with extra parking areas, including an RV area with hookups. The main house is a loft-style one-bedroom with great openness throughout, and the guesthouse has two bedrooms and a bath, also designed in the style of James H. Maul, with plenty of artful beam work."

Architect James H. Maul used passive solar design strategies to create comfortable, energy-efficient interiors.
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See the full story on Dwell.com: Cabin or Beach House? This $1.7M Cambria Home Splits the Difference
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By: Will Allstetter
Title: Cabin or Beach House? This $1.7M Cambria Home Splits the Difference
Sourced From: www.dwell.com/article/pine-knolls-timber-home-james-maul-cambria-california-real-estate-853e8368
Published Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:02:18 GMT