Encinal Bluffs is an exclusive neighborhood in Malibu, nestled west of the renowned Broad Beach and El Matador State Beach, and just south of Charmlee Wilderness Park. This enclave offers remarkable privacy, attracting a range of celebrity homeowners, from movie stars to tech moguls.

During the summer months, Encinal Bluffs becomes a highly sought-after rental destination, often dubbed "the Hamptons of the West." The area boasts stunning ocean views and abundant wildlife, making diving, snorkeling, and paddleboarding popular activities. The dramatic cliffs along this iconic stretch of California coastline feature sea caves and eroded rock formations known as "sea stacks," which are home to local sea lions.

In 1977, the Frank Gehry-designed "Gunther House" was built in Encinal Bluffs, predating Gehry's later commission for the Disney Hall in Downtown Los Angeles.