Casa del Cielo Residence

Fittingly, Casa del Cielo, or Sky House, sits on Catalina Island, CA with unobstructed views of the ocean, canyons, and hills beyond Avalon. This once quiet, almost forgotten Wrigley Estate cottage has been revived, carefully designed to enhance calm, connection, and the natural beauty of the surroundings—a true expression of wellness by design.

Modern kitchen with a vaulted ceiling, exposed wooden beams, white walls, and a large island with a marble countertop. There are four stools at the island, a three-window view with greenery outside, and kitchen cabinets with wood and white finishes.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white marble island, a black window, hardwood flooring, and a vaulted ceiling with exposed wooden beams and a stone feature wall.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a white marble island, a built-in stove, a window overlooking the ocean, and decorative ceiling beams.
Bright white kitchen with black countertops, white cabinets, a farmhouse sink, and a view outside through a large window.
A bright, modern kitchen with white cabinets, black countertops, a stainless steel refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave. There are decorative items like a plant, a sign that says 'eat', and an open window showing a scenic outdoor view.
Spacious living room with wooden beams, stone fireplace, large windows, and modern furniture.
Front view of a modern house with white siding, stone accents, and a brick pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by landscaped greenery and trees.
A scenic outdoor patio with a fire pit, comfortable seating, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
Nighttime view of a landscaped backyard with a brick pathway, trees, bushes, and outdoor lighting illuminating the garden.
Bathroom with a large mirror, white countertop with a sink, wooden cabinets, a window with a view of trees, a bathtub with rolled towels, and a stone and brick wall.
Modern bathroom with double vanity, wooden cabinets, white marble countertop, and large mirrors; flower vase on counter, framed artwork on wall, hanging light fixtures, glass-enclosed shower with beige tiles, and a towel hanging on the wall.
Bathroom vanity with two mirrors, wooden cabinets, white marble countertop, flower vase, and pendant light fixture.
A bedroom with a large wooden bed, white bedding, and plush pillows, a nightstand with flowers, a leather armchair with a throw blanket, a chandelier, and sliding barn doors leading to a bathroom or closet area.
Bedroom with a large bed, two windows showing outdoor trees and mountains, artworks and decorative birds on wall, a desk with a chair, flowers, and a potted plant.
View of a modern house with a white stucco wall, gate labeled 'Casa del Cielo,' and the house featuring a large window, stone accents, and a small garden with bushes.
A house with a paved walkway lined with potted red flowers and various green shrubs, situated on a hillside under a clear sky.
A house with a patio, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, overlooking a harbor with boats at sunset or dusk.
A coastal neighborhood at sunset with houses, palm trees, and a hillside overlooking a harbor filled with boats in a bay, with the open ocean in the distance.
Aerial view of a coastal neighborhood with houses, trees, and a bay filled with boats and yachts during sunset, with hills and ocean in the background.
Aerial view of a hillside house surrounded by lush green trees and a white fence, with mountain terrain in the background.

Vignettes of outdoor lounge chairs and fire pits dot the meandering gardens. Inside, dining room and kitchen windows perfectly frame the ocean and hills. Warm white paint and black mullion windows complement carved metal and preserved wood furniture, while the Catalina Stone fireplace and wood-beamed shiplap ceiling enhance natural light and ocean breezes.

The chef’s kitchen features panel-ready Jenn-Air and Bosch appliances with walnut and white Omega Cabinetry. White Italian marble and black leathered granite countertops are paired with thoughtfully placed lighting that highlights the vaulted great room ceiling and tapered bedroom ceilings.

The mudroom preserves the home’s original charm, converting the former kitchen into a multifunctional space for meal prep, laundry, and a butler’s pantry with garden views. Warm stained wood floors span the main areas, while charcoal heated plank tiles, Brizo plumbing fixtures, and Toto toilets elevate the bathrooms. Plush white carpet, white barn doors, and lighting add soft touches to the bedrooms.

Designed for weekend guests, the three-bedroom home includes a separate casita off the lower back deck, capturing canyon and hill views. The casita kitchen mirrors the main house with white cabinets, black hardware, black leather granite countertops, and Fisher Paykel appliances, opening to sunsets and ocean breezes through a Dutch door.

Art throughout the home nods to old Hollywood cowboy movies and complements the island’s character. This Catalina Island retreat is a true haven of tranquility, charm, and thoughtful design.