$5,249,000

Rare single-level custom estate in the prestigious gated community of The Estates in Laguna Niguel. Ideally located on a private 14,872 sq ft double lot at the end of a cul-de-sac, this 4,874 sq ft home offers sweeping Saddleback Valley and mountain viewssnow-capped in winter. Built with exceptional quality and steel reinforcement, the home features soaring ceilings throughout (up to 28 feet), abundant natural light, skylights, and expansive wall space ideal for art. The gourmet kitchen opens to a large family room and includes an oversized island, premium appliances, dual-sided fireplace, walk-in pantry, and butlers pantry with 3 wine refrigerators. Formal living and dining rooms provide additional entertaining space. 4 spacious bedrooms including a luxurious primary suite with fireplace, sitting area, spa-style bath, and dual oversized walk-in closets (one cedar-lined). Seamless indoor-outdoor living with French doors leading to a private backyard featuring a fireplace, BBQ area, 2 fountains, and covered loggiaperfect for sunset and city light views. Mature landscaping includes camphor, Italian cypress, and multiple fruit trees. Tall hedges provide exceptional privacy. Certain images have been digitally enhanced, including the addition of virtual elements such as TV screens and fireplace flames. These enhancements are for visual illustration only and do not represent actual conditions.Additional features: finished attic, dedicated office, extensive built-ins, garage half bath, dual water treatment systems, dual HVAC systems (one new), dual water heaters (one of which is i