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Tuscan-Inspired Custom Estate

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A fresh outlook and transitional design blend seamlessly in this custom Tuscan-inspired estate in the exclusive Shady Canyon guard-gated community. The parcel is an idyllic setting surrounded by a scenic natural preserve and shrouded in privacy with just one neighbor. With effortless outdoor living incorporated outside of each room, this five bedroom, five-and-one-half bath estate home perfects modern-day comfort with its revitalized perspective and hillside vistas.

An inviting, sun-dappled courtyard warmly welcomes guests. Once inside, airy spaces showcase the lovely formal living and dining room - the latter with wine cellar – and out to the verdant gardens and expanse of view beyond. The…

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Shady Canyon

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Santa Barbara

This magnificent Santa Barbara custom estate is sited at the end of a prominent cul-de-sac street with exceptional privacy and views of the treasured Shady Canyon topography with its gorgeous rolling hills and boulders. Beyond a charming courtyard, enter into the foyer gallery and to the show stopping formal great room showcasing the home’s artisan quality with reclaimed beams, stone fireplace and a set of three French doors opening to the gardens and picturesque views.

Just through the butlers pantry, the enormous space housing kitchen and family room has a refreshing contemporary aesthetic with white marble counter tops and white cabinets in perfect contrast to the rich hardwood flooring, beamed ceiling and…

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Exterior view of front of home in Shady Canyon

Shady Canyon

This long-awaited enchanting French Provincial custom estate in the renowned enclave of Shady Canyon can be yours. Sited at the end of a private cul-de-sac, this spectacular estate breathes life into the already beautiful French style by complementing it with contemporary design aesthetic - the result: a timeless modern feel. A touch of romance enfolds at the brick herringbone laid entry path which passes by the detached casita, fountain to one side and water feature to the other and citrus grove. Upon entering, the atmosphere is bright and airy enhanced by a light palate that exemplifies the home’s contemporary charm with grey toned hardwood flooring, white walls, and light beamed ceilings.

Formal Settings

A casual foyer…

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Shady Canyon

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Villa Torre

With prime views that inspire, Villa Torre - Italian for Tower Villa, is an authentic Italian custom estate offering lofty rooms as generous as the sprawling over half-acre lot it is set on. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac in the exclusive, guard-gated enclave of Shady Canyon, the home is casually elegant, with beautifully appointed interiors that flow easily from one spacious room to another.

With a dedicated formal living room at the entry to open concept family room and kitchen to formal dining room with wine closet, the entertaining worthy spaces continue to alfresco scenes from loggia to grape vines. The chef's kitchen is at the heart of the home tying everything together and includes a breakfast nook…

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Crystal Cove

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Seascape Villa

Stunning ocean and Catalina Island views! Just like its namesake, this Seascape Villa offers stunning Pacific Ocean views from every room with Catalina Island a prominent centerpiece. Perhaps equally tranquil - the home sits on a rare corner lot beside a green belt.

Located within guard-gated Crystal Cove, this residence unfolds with the main level entertaining and living areas- including formal living and dining, and family room- all set against sparkling blue water. The spacious chef’s kitchen features a large center island, walk-in pantry and breakfast nook. These spaces open to a view deck that also accesses the patio below where you can soak in the sun and breathe in the ocean air in this especially…

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Orchard Hills

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One of the finest homes in Orchard Hills with views, soaring ceilings, main level main suite, pool/spa, solar panel system and much more! This sensational La Vita home in guard gated Orchard Hills presides on a rare, oversized approximately 10,000 square foot lot with panoramic views that gaze out to the cityscapes of Irvine.

The entertaining-friendly floor plan is basked in sunlight and its modern design yields sleek clean lines, French oak planked hardwood flooring, and walls of sliding pocket doors joining interior and exterior spaces. Upon entry through the European inspired courtyard, the soaring two-story living room ceilings greet you. From there, the disappearing doors take you to the well envisioned California room…

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Ocean view from patio in Crystal Cove

Coral Canyon Home

Stunning views! This beautiful Coral Canyon home offers luxurious amenities on one of the best view lots. On the main level, the open layout features entertaining areas, a large primary suite and two additional guest suites. Upstairs, a private guest casita is ideal for guests. Highlights include a large salt water spa, a beautifully manicured landscape, and much more!

Contact Jacqueline Thompson for more information about Newport Coast Today! (949) 326-3392.

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Pelican Hill Resort Golf Club in Newport Coast, California

Pelican Hill Resort Golf Club

Looking out at the ocean sits the Pelican Hill Resort and Golf Club located on 504 acres with hotel Bungalow Suites, spa and gourmet dining. The resort is inspired by Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio with hotel Villa accommodations on a beautiful hillside with ocean views along Newport Coast.

Designed by Tom Fazio

The 36 holes designed by Tom Fazio has coastal scrubs and natural arroyos on the Ocean North and Ocean South courses. Each course offers a different playing experience with every hole designed to maximize the views of the Pacific ocean.

Also, the golf club offers The Short Game School by Glenn Deck with a golf academy twelve-hour clinic designed to benefit a golfer's shot game that…

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Shady Canyon

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Villa Torre

With prime views that inspire, Villa Torre - Italian for Tower Villa, is an authentic Italian custom estate offering lofty rooms as generous as the sprawling over half-acre lot it is set on. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac in the exclusive, guard-gated enclave of Shady Canyon, the home is casually elegant, with beautifully appointed interiors that flow easily from one spacious room to another.

With a dedicated formal living room at the entry to open concept family room and kitchen to formal dining room with wine closet, the entertaining worthy spaces continue to alfresco scenes from loggia to grape vines. The chef's kitchen is at the heart of the home tying everything together and includes a breakfast nook…

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Crystal Cove

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Modernized Southern California living is exemplified in this highly upgraded, transitional styled La Vita residence located on a corner lot for privacy. Sleek finishes touch nearly every surface with a two-story foyer featuring walls clad in beautiful millwork and a striking chandelier.

The airy Chef’s kitchen features a chic white Island that opens to the family room - and also the stunning formal dining room. Both offering unique features, the family room with pocket doors that open to the exterior California room - and dining room with soaring ceiling, exquisite millwork decorating the walls, wine closet and stylish oversized black chandelier. The laundry room adjacent to the Chef’s kitchen also serves as a second prep…

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