Listed by Tom Franco with Harcourts Prime Properties 949-922-9772

Welcome Home to Talega! Located at the top of the coastal hills in Southern California's exclusive Orange County community in San Clemente on a serene Cul-de-Sac and is approximately 5 miles from the ocean as the "crow flies". This amazing floor plan incorporates all the needs of a large family! This 5,356 sf home showcases 6 Bedrooms, 6.5 Bathrooms, and a usable wrap-around yard. This estate has new paint, solar panels (paid off), a Tesla power wall, and charging equipment. On approach to the house, you are greeted by a secure gated courtyard creating a tranquil setting. This home boasts a separate casita attached by a breezeway with a locking entrance, dedicated HVAC, and a full bathroom, AND a 1st-floor secluded Mother-in-Law suite with a full bath, seating area, and a separate locking entrance. The kitchen is designed for entertainment featuring custom cabinets, guillotine-cut travertine flooring in a Versailles pattern, granite counter, a large Island, double convection ovens, two new dish washers, a warming drawer, a butler's pantry with glass doors and built-in refrigerator. Travertine flooring continues throughout hallways, guest bath, and living room. Enjoy the custom-designed wine cellar with dual temperature controls, a locking wrought iron door, and fully compartmentalized wine racks. The natural wood corbels and beams in the dining room are beautiful. The master retreat is a dream with a large seating area, walk-in closet, Jacuzzi tub, and granite. Upstairs is a very large bonus room with a sliding barn door and custom shutter doors. All bedrooms have en suite bathrooms; one with a peekaboo ocean view from the balcony. The ample backyard has room for a pool and/or play area. In addition, there are gated areas in the courtyard, two side yards, and a pocket park two lots away. Talega's community is home to 4 pools, 8 parks, 11 miles of open space trails, the Blue-ribbon Vista del Mar K-8 school, shopping center, many restaurants, Fred Couples-designed golf course, driving range, sports fields, Vista Hermosa Sports Park and Aquatic Center, Outlets with brand new cinema and eateries. Downtown is only 6 miles away, which offers shopping and restaurants district, green spaces, a library, a farmer's market and multiple beaches. For the serious surfer, the famous Trestles surf spot is only 9 miles away. In addition, Dana Point Harbor is approximately 9 miles and 30 miles to John Wayne Airport. Life is Good in Talega!