Executed to perfection using only the finest quality materials, engineering and craftsmanship, this home features the newest in smart-home technology. The gourmet kitchen, interior design and finishes were designed by Jeff Lewis Design (House Beautiful Kitchen of the Year 2011). Wraparound decks, barbeque area and backyard provide for the finest in indoor/outdoor living.

Call James St. James on 949-547-1860 to schedule an appointment for viewing this amazing home.

A wonderful and unusually large backyard at 1275 Cerritos

Hello, and welcome to this week’s choice home on the Laguna Beach Broker Preview list: 1275 Cerritos. Why? There’s several reasons why this home stood out to me this week:

1. It’s a nice, large home that’s been recently remodeled.
2. It’s in the village, a very desirable location
3. Walking distance to downtown and the beach
4. The price per square foot is only $431, way below average Laguna prices
5. The house is on a larger lot with a flat, grassy backyard

Here’s what the MLS has to say: this is the best value in Laguna Beach! Totally remodeled,  this 3,000 square foot home boasts three bedrooms, 3.5 baths, gourmet kitchen, large living room, dining room, two fireplaces and family room. Only the best materials have been used. Granite countertops, travertine floors, stainless steel appliances and much more. The large backyard could accommodate a pool, and there are views of the ocean as well as amazing views of the hills and canyons. The home has been professionally landscaped. Priced to sell!

It is listed for just $1,295,000—truly, a real value for our beautiful beach community. Would you like to walk through it? Just give me a call and I will arrange an appointment: (949) 547-1860.

Elegant dining room

Great curb appeal

Expansive family room

Living room with fireplace

Ocean views

Beautiful landscaping on this modern Tuscan villa.

This week’s Broker Preview definitely had a clear winner in the “best” category, in my opinion. And why do I give 641 Loretta Drive this prestigious title? My top five reasons follow:

1. This home is of fairly new construction and utilizes the highest quality materials and appointments
2. Incredible unobstructed ocean views down the southern coast towards Dana Point, plus Catalina Island views
3. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac
4. Oversized chef’s kitchen with Viking and Sub-Zero appliances
5. Large, luxurious master bathroom

Now here’s the full details from the MLS listing:

Perched above the famed Montage Laguna Beach Resort and Spa, this 2009 contemporary Tuscan home exudes old-world charm with shots of modern luxury. Warm salty breezes and sweeping white-water, ocean and coastal views are brought to you with glamorous walls of glass that open for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining. Designed for the serious cook, the state-of-the-art kitchen boasts custom mahogany cabinetry flanking Sub-Zero and Viking appliances as well as panoramic blue water views from a breathtaking wall of windows. Rejuvenate in your own master spa bath with two rain shower heads, three body sprays, hand-held and steam, or simply relax in ceiling-filled, jetted soaking tub. From the French limestone flooring to the reclaimed wood beams, this four bedroom, one office and 3.5 bath villa is your own private resort.

It is listed for just $2,695,000. Would you like to walk through it? Just give me a call and I will arrange an appointment: (949) 547-1860.

Stunning coastal and Catalina Island views.

Glamorous spa-style master bathroom.

A kitchen designed for the gourmet chef in you.

Front yard and driveway of 533 Brooks

Don’t miss walking through this wonderful home—properties like these are very rare in Laguna Beach.

Why? You might think that there’s a lot of four-bedroom homes in Laguna to choose from. But right now, there’s only two like this for sale in the coveted “Village” area.

That means that, in addition to all of the amenities of the home (which we’ll get to later), this home’s location gives it many advantages to families. First of all, you’re only three blocks to the beach, and two blocks from Laguna’s HIP District, which is known as the “local’s downtown” area, especially when it’s crowded in the summer. There’s some of Laguna’s best dining and shopping in this area, and it’s great to be able to walk down to Gina’s Pizza with the kids, or to El Casa del Camino’s Rooftop Bar with adult friends and not have to worry about driving or parking.

Also within walking distance, for those with kids at the playground age, is the popular Bluebird Park. Not only is it Laguna’s best kid’s play area, but it also has a basketball court and a Boys and Girls Club House. And, in the summer, there’s free concerts here, perfect for the whole family, plus friends. A half-mile up Bluebird Canyon, there’s great hiking trails for families with children of all ages, or no children at all!

Laguna’s great school system is a draw for many Orange County families, and this home is only six blocks to the high school—that means you don’t need to drive the kids to school!

And finally, if you do want to get to the heart of Laguna, it’s only eight blocks away, a very short drive or an enjoyable walk. And if you want to stay home, the backyard is secure for young children to run around without worrying about cars. Plus, the street has many families with children of all ages, with a real community feel at holidays, with street parties and celebrations.

This home features many amenities that will tempt even those hard to please. The seller remodeled the home to live there herself, so she used the highest quality fixtures, materials and appliances, plus there’s enough off street parking for eight cars.

Interested in learning more? Have a look at the MLS listing by clicking here, or just call me to arrange a showing. Because of the current resident, we need to book showings 48 hours in advance. Please call 949-547-1860 to arrange a private viewing!

The kitchen has top-quality appliances, granite countertops and a wine cooler

The dining room makes the house perfect for entertaining and family meals.

The living room features a fireplace and beautiful hardwood floors.

Hardwood floors throughout the home with bold crown molding. Separate office, and a service area off of the kitchen. Master bedroom view is all ocean with windows floor to the ceiling. Gorgeous master bath with steam shower and Jacuzzi bath. Watch the seals, dolphins, and whales play while you’re enjoying the lanai with a built in BBQ, kitchen, and flat-screen TV, or down on the beach of this resort-style residence.

This never lived in, new-construction home blends contemporary style softened with warm woods and natural stone. Exceptionally well-designed and constructed residence offers panoramic white water, ocean and island views. Five bedrooms each with its own bathroom, plus two powder bathrooms, two family rooms, two fireplaces, three-car garage including space for golf cart, street-to-street lot.

This home has an airy, bright and open floorplan that presents all living space on just two levels with a master bedroom on each. over 500 square feet of decks and terraces overlooking expansive coastline and ocean views. Highest quality materials and fixtures, including a chef’s kitchen with stainless appliances, over 4,000 square feet of Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, custom mahogany doors and windows, and recessed lighting. A beautiful blend of formal and casual indoor/outdoor living makes this a wonderful home for entertaining. The Emerald Bay community is one of the most desirable oceanfront neighborhoods found in California.

The versatile floor plan has approximately 3,000 square feet of living space and features three bedrooms, three and one-half baths, an attached, two-car garage and a private rear yard. The lower level of the home could function as a separate suite as it has a large bedroom and bath, an expansive family room with a wet bar and sliding glass doors that open into the rear garden areas. The spacious master suite is light and airy, and captures beautiful ocean views from inside the room and from the private view deck. The upper level of the home features a large living room with a wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room, gourmet kitchen and two large view decks. This home is in move-in condition and has many special features, including a full security system, Pella doors and windows, electric shades and multiple skylights.