High above the surf breaks of South Cerritos Beach, perched on 2.5 acres of untamed oceanfront, Arriba de la Roca offers views that stop you mid-sentence and reset your pulse. The Pacific stretches endlessly below, waves peeling along the point, sky and sea folding into one. Dramatic, private, and impossible to replicate, this is a property that exists in a category of its own.

Originally built as a boutique hotel and now reimagined as a bold six-bedroom compound, Arriba de la Roca carries a natural sense of presence. It doesn’t ask for attention. It commands it. More than a private retreat, the estate offers real earning potential, purpose-built for hosting high-end guests, destination weddings, and exclusive private events. Whether held as a legacy family compound or operated as a one-of-a-kind short-term rental, the property delivers a rare combination of privacy, scale, and income opportunity.

At the heart of the main residence, an open living, dining, and kitchen space unfolds toward the ocean. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors slide away, drawing in cooling breezes and uninterrupted views from every angle. A hammered copper fireplace and bar anchor the room, while a live-edge island and custom cabinetry introduce warmth and texture without excess. The design remains focused on what matters most: the setting.

Outside, the experience deepens. A pool oriented toward the horizon, a jacuzzi set above the Pacific, and a fire-pit lounge create natural gathering spaces as the sun drops into the sea. An open-air cantina bar completes the scene, with the rhythm of the waves providing a constant backdrop.

Four private casitas are thoughtfully positioned throughout the landscape, tucked among desert gardens and palms, each offering its own terrace and sweeping ocean views. The primary suite stands apart as a residence of its owna two-story retreat with commanding surf outlooks, a copper soaking tub, custom cabinetry, copper finishes, in-suite laundry, and secure storage.

Further down the hillside, a fully independent two-bedroom caretaker’s home, a substantial three-bay garage, and a standalone workshop with its own bathroom provide a level of operational ease rarely found in properties of this scale. The current caretaker, deeply familiar with the estate, is willing to continue on at the discretion of the new owner.

Completely off-grid and self-sufficient, Arriba de la Roca is supported by an upgraded solar system with battery storage, a brand-new backup propane generator, four 10,000-liter cisterns, storm shutters, and dedicated golf carts to navigate the terrain with ease. Originally completed in 2012, the estate has been extensively renovated over the past three years and meticulously maintained throughout. No detail has been overlooked.

There is nothing else quite like it on the market today.