Hillary’s Pick of the Week – 10/20/10

For this week’s edition, my search for the best of the best has uncovered a trio of jewels that definitely qualify as the three most expensive Orange County Homes on the market. Just feast your eyes on these beauties.

$24,000,000 22 Emerald Bay Laguna Beach HOM Real Estate Group Robert Giem

Designed by acclaimed architect Christ Light, a magnificent new home of nearly 5,000 square feet will be constructed on this sweeping oceanfront lot. Offers direct access to breathtaking Emerald Bay, a three car garage, and a pool just several feet from the sand. You and your guests will thrill to spectacular surf-line views and gorgeous golden sunsets year round. The lot stands out among Emerald Bay properties, offering a uniquely gentle slope to the beach and a more livable home with a lower vertical rise. A lot of wow for $24,000,000.

$19,950,000 31401 Mar Vista Laguna Beach Mark Whitehead Realty Mark Whitehead

Newly completed in 2010, this contemporary grand view estate rises over nearly12 beachfront acres of natural vegetation. Nestled within hundreds of acres of open land protected by no-building regulations, the property is a true architectural masterpiece ensuring the soothing comfort of complete privacy. You have the privilege of entering this sequestered domain via private bridge leading to a secluded motor court with 2 sets of garages and parking accommodations for up to 20 cars. Inviting atmosphere enhanced by colorful stones and plants blending seamlessly into the warm, cheery surroundings. Inside, you’ll discover extraordinarily large bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, formal and informal living and dining rooms, a grand kitchen, theater, and library. You and your guests also will delight in the infinity edge pool and spa, multiple deck gardens, private courtyards, entertaining areas, and a separate guest suite/games room. This jewel will shine for you for $19,950, 000.

$35,000,000 31887 Circle Dr. Laguna Beach Paul Realty J. Paul

Nestled in the serenity of a private drive, this turnkey pied a’ terre sits on Laguna’s premier promontory and looks out onto California’s stunning trophy beach. Offers a spectacular panorama of rugged outcroppings, geysering rock-splash, mysterious caves, sparkling tide pools etched into a rich abundance of diverse topographical highlights. This exquisite work of art features grandfathered forward position on promontory, walls of angled & reflective glass, and incomparable privacy woven into a spectacular views. Enjoy a greeting of morning sun as well as magnificent Catalina sunsets without direct heat or glare. Evening take on their own magic as you gaze out into a breathtaking panorama of twinkling lights. The home so close, & close enough to ‘touch’ waves without a cliffhanger feeling. Indulge your senses in one of the world’s most captivating oceanfronts for $35,000,000.

If you’d like to learn more about these or any other Laguna Beach homes, I’ll be delighted to help. As one of the area’s premier Coastal Property Experts, I can answer all of your questions and help you discover the numerous opportunities the Laguna Beach Real Estate market has to offer.

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