Architect’s own home, equestrian zoned, amazing views to the ocean! Every inch of this home has been improved. This incredible residence is situated in the sought after, exclusive community of Montbury on the Hill, nestled in North Lake Forest. The community boasts wide streets, large lots surrounded by equestrian & hiking trails, & for your enjoyment, 4 community pickle ball courts & 2 tennis courts. Close to everything, yet you will feel like you are in the country! Come & sit on the front patio of this gorgeous home & enjoy the custom landscaping. Walk through the Dutch door entry into the great room. You will be amazed at the beauty, elegance, & warmth, enticing you to sit & stay awhile! Delight in the volume ceilings with custom beaming; two wood-burning fireplaces w/custom mantels; reading area & TV area; dining area illuminated by a beautiful Laura Lee chandelier; private side yard patio w/Eldorado Stone walls & the stunning beauty of the stone being carried through to the living area & to the backyard walls. The spacious great room is complimented with built-in cabinetry & 2 sets of paired French doors leading to the resort-style back yard. The bedroom/office situated off the great room is enhanced w/ custom beaming, built-in desks & bookcases, & an exercise area. The incredible kitchen is a chef’s delight w/ spacious Giallo Antico stone countertops, two stone sinks, two dishwashers, Viking side-by-side built-in refrigerator, Thermador double oven, Thermador 6-burner range-top with griddle, custom cabinetry, & pantry. White paneling provides elegance to the hallway, bathrooms, laundry room & bedrooms; built-in cabinetry throughout! The secondary bathroom is beautiful w/ white custom cabinetry, quartzite countertop w/ waterfall edge, & spacious shower w/ skylight. The secondary bedroom opens to a private patio & climb the ladder in this bedroom to a special ‘hang place.’ The main bedroom is one of beauty & perfect organization! The main bathroom boasts dual shower heads, soaking tub, white custom cabinetry & quartzite countertop w/ waterfall ends. The jaw dropping, resort-style backyard has incredible mountains, city lights, & sparkling ocean peek-a-boo views. A detached studio in the backyard was created by the Architect as his place for reflection & creative endeavors. The 3-car garage side yard area is perfect for your outdoor getaway items – a trailer, boat, or off-road vehicles. There is simply not enough space to describe this phenomenal home…
2,333 Sq Ft
0.361 Private Acres Lot Size
single family home
$200 Monthly Maintenance/CC
Built in 1984
MLS/Listing ID OC26030318
1 Stories
217 Units
Heating - Fireplaces
Blown-in Insulation
Wired for Sound
Wired for Data
Stone Countertops
Recessed Lighting
Pull Down Attic Stairs
Phone System
Pantry
Paneling Wainscoting
Open Floor Plan
Main Level Primary
Loft
High Efficiency Water Heater
Hot Water Circulator
Ice Maker
Block Walls
Breakfast Bar
Built-in Features
Cathedral Ceilings
French Doors / Atrium Doors
High Ceilings
Pool - Waterfall
Pool - Salt Water
Pool - Private
Pool - Permits
Pool - Inground
Pool - Heated
Pool - Gunite
Pool - Gas Heat
Panoramic View
Ocean View
Mountains View
Hills View
City Lights View
Plantation Shutters
Low Emissivity Windows
Drapes
Double Pane Windows
Custom Coverings
Blinds
Concrete
Park View
Skylights
Community - Gutters
Community - Foothills
Community - Curbs
Community - Biking
Construction - Stucco
Construction - Frame
Construction - Ducts Professionally Air Sealed
Construction - Drywall
Cooling - Wall/window unit(s)
Cooling - Gas
Cooling - Central Air
Cooling - Ceiling Fans
Cooling - Attic Fans
Rain Gutters
Lighting
Barbecue
Wrought-iron
Excellent Condition
Block
Wood Burning Fireplace
Living Room Fireplace
Gas Starter Fireplace
Family Room Fireplace
Stone
Slab
Unfurnished
Heating - Natural Gas
Heating - Forced Air
Parking - Driveway
Parking - Driveway Level
Parking - Garage
Parking - Garage Door Opener
Parking - Garage Faces Front
Parking - Paved
Lot - Backyard
Lot - Drip Irrigation Bubblers
Lot - Front Yard
Lot - Garden
Lot - Horse Property
Lot - Landscaped
Lot - Near Park
Lot - Near Public Transit
Lot - Paved
Lot - Rectangular Lot
Lot - Sprinkler System
Lot - Sprinklers in Front
Lot - Sprinklers in Rear
Lot - Sprinklers on Side
Lot - Sprinklers on Timer
Lot - Yard
Electric Dryer Hookup
Gas Dryer Hookup
Inside
Laundry Room
Washer Hookup
All Bedrooms Down
Beamed Ceilings
Bedroomon Main Level
Association - Pickleball
Association - Horse Trails
Community - Suburban
Community - Street Lights
Community - Storm Drains
Community - Sidewalks
Community - Park
Community - Horse Trails
Community - Hiking
Water to Refrigerator
Water Softener
Water Purifier
Water Heater
Self-cleaning oven
Refrigerator
Range Hood
Microwave
Parking - Door Single
Parking - Door Multi
Parking - Direct Access
Parking - Concrete
Gas Water Heater
Gas Oven
Gas Cooktop
Electric Oven
Dryer
Double Oven
Disposal
Dishwasher
Convection Oven
Style - Ranch
Association - Trails
Association - Tennis Courts
Open
Patio