40 years ago, Clint Eastwood started buying land in Carmel; years later, it is a protected sustainable community

Clint Eastwood embarked on a journey to secure land in Carmel-by-the-Sea during the late 1960s, captivated by its charm. He transformed these lands into Teháma, a thoughtfully planned sustainable community prioritizing limited development. Eastwood’s foresight preserved an impressive 85% as untouched land while also advocating for coastal conservation. He continues to live in the serene haven he has nurtured over the years.