An exceptional opportunity to own the largest floor plan in "Antigua"—Plan C—in the prestigious, "Ocean Close", 24-hour Guard-Gated community of "Monarch Beach". This fully detached single-family residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, plus an open loft/office area, perfect for today’s flexible living needs. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings, plantation shutters, and rich wood flooring throughout the main level. The inviting living and family room share a cozy fireplace, and the formal dining area is ideal for entertaining. The open staircase, 6-inch baseboards, and central air conditioning enhance the home’s spacious, upscale feel. The heart of the home is a gourmet kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances—new appliances this year include--double ovens, 4-burner range & Bosch dishwasher; enjoy a double stainless steel sink—plus an adjacent second family area and charming breakfast nook area. Upstairs, the primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, plantation shutters, private patio access, and an en-suite bathroom complete with dual vanities, oversized soaking tub, walk-in shower, TV, and walk-in closet with additional closets and built-in storage. Two secondary bedrooms also enjoy access to a shared outdoor balcony with peekaboo views of the Pacific Ocean. The home’s private rear and side yards create an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining with a custom fire pit, multiple lounge areas, and lush landscaping—an oasis of comfort and privacy. All new exterior landscape lighting in process. Other features include whole house Pex piping, tankless water heater, Aquasauna whole house water filtration system, 3 Toto toilets, custom tinted windows and upgraded doors, spacious main floor powder room, oversized finished two-car garage with epoxy flooring, custom cabinetry, overhead storage, and direct access, light and bright, open floor plan throughout. This incredible residence is just minutes from the Waldorf Astoria and Ritz-Carlton Resorts, Monarch Beach Tennis Club, the world-famous Salt Creek Beach and its famed surfing breaks as well as the Dana Point Harbor’s Lantern District, with boutique shopping, dining, and coastal recreation nearby. Enjoy the best of coastal living in a home that combines privacy, spaciousness, and sophistication. This is a rare opportunity to own an upgraded, detached home in one of Southern California’s most coveted coastal enclaves. Don’t miss it!