Contemporary

34 Smithcliffs Road

Laguna Beach , CA 92651

MLS#: 24344871

$10,750,000

Status: Closed
Listing number: 24344871
Listing provided by: Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 1 year, 7 months ago
On site: 1 year, 9 months ago
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Property

Beds

4

Full Baths

4

1/2 Baths

1

Year Built

1997

Sq.Footage

5,412

Nestled within the exclusive, key-pad gated community of Smithcliffs, 34 Smithcliffs Rd in the coveted North Laguna Beach is a masterpiece of design and luxury. Featured in Riviera Magazine, this fully-remodeled residence seamlessly blends the talents of Denise Morrison Interior Design, Foubister Architects, and Frank Ultimo. The sprawling 5,412 sqft home rests on a meticulously landscaped .27-acre lot. The heart of the home is the massive kitchen, adorned with a stunning neolith book-matched stone island, a testament to both beauty and durability. With 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, Elevator and a 3-car garage, this residence is a symphony of space and functionality. As you enter, the front living space blends the essence of coastal living, offering tantalizing peek-a-boo ocean views that complement the contemporary design. Step onto the patio deck, a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, featuring fire pits and a TV setup, an idyllic setting for enjoying sunsets and sipping fine wine. Experience the epitome of California luxury living at 34 Smithcliffs Rd, where meticulous craftsmanship, sophisticated design, and breathtaking ocean vistas converge to create a residence beyond compare.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)

  • Total Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    4

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    N/A

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Central, Fireplace(s)

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    3

  • Parking

    Driveway, Garage, Private

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Covered, Deck, Patio

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    None

  • View

    Ocean

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.2692

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Contemporary

Price

  • Sales Price

    $10,750,000

  • Sq. Footage

    5, 412

  • Price/SqFt

    $1,986

HOA

  • Association

    Yes

  • Association Fee

    $600

  • Association Fee Frequency

    Monthly

  • Association Fee Includes

    N/A

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Stories

    2

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

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Nestled within the exclusive, key-pad gated community of Smithcliffs, 34 Smithcliffs Rd in the coveted North Laguna Beach is a masterpiece of design and luxury. Featured in Riviera Magazine, this fully-remodeled residence seamlessly blends the talents of Denise Morrison Interior Design, Foubister Architects, and Frank Ultimo. The sprawling 5,412 sqft home rests on a meticulously landscaped .27-acre lot. The heart of the home is the massive kitchen, adorned with a stunning neolith book-matched stone island, a testament to both beauty and durability. With 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, Elevator and a 3-car garage, this residence is a symphony of space and functionality. As you enter, the front living space blends the essence of coastal living, offering tantalizing peek-a-boo ocean views that complement the contemporary design. Step onto the patio deck, a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, featuring fire pits and a TV setup, an idyllic setting for enjoying sunsets and sipping fine wine. Experience the epitome of California luxury living at 34 Smithcliffs Rd, where meticulous craftsmanship, sophisticated design, and breathtaking ocean vistas converge to create a residence beyond compare.

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