Listed by Bonnie Gausewitz with Seven Gables Real Estate 714-731-3777

Welcome to this Spanish Colonial Hilltop Estate designed by Dale St. Charles. Reflective of California's mission history, a rustic elegance is evident throughout this one-of-a-kind property. Beamed ceilings and Saltillo tile floors create a uncomparable sense of warmth & history where a grand entry, living & dining spaces open to breathtaking views of mountain ranges and sunsets over Catalina & Palos Verdes. Step out to one of the many balconies and breathe in pure "serenity". Meticulously designed accents arched doorways, hand-troweled, iron sconces, an elegant staircase, hand-painted Spanish tiles mirror details usually seen only in California's historic luxury hotels. Combine this with the contemporary features and a view like no other other and you have got a showstopper. The kitchen has been upgraded with Viking range & Taj Mahal quartzite counters and is highlighted by stunning sunrise views. The Family room includes a pool table, game nook & bar along two sets of French doors which open to the covered cabana & pool. 4,530 SQFT plus a 400 SF fully covered indoor/outdoor room includes 5 bedrooms & 4.5 baths. The primary bedroom offers Catalina & ocean views, a balcony, remodeled bath w/ limestone shower & vanity, and walk-in closet. The main floor bedroom is oversized a wall of book cases, two closets & adjacent bath. Jack & Jill bedrooms share a bath w/ jetted tub and a 5th bedroom is ensuite w/walk-in closet. Additional interior features include wood floors, guest bath w/ marble-topped vanity, laundry room w/views, desk and laundry chute, two solar panel systems which reduce electric & hot water bills to almost nil, newer dual paned windows & patio doors, 3 HVAC units and an 1,100 SQFT three car garage plus storage room. Lush 3/4 Acre Grounds include a raised patio w/ stone fireplace, romantic lighting and sunset views, charming rear courtyard shaded by a mature olive tree and terraced orchard with mature avocado, citrus and pomegranate trees. Limitless potential to add sports court, horse stables and more. Hike and bike in Peters Canyon Park & dine and shop at local restaurants and boutiques. Within the boundaries of North Tustin's award winning schools and only 30 minutes to the beach, an hour to LA and 2 hours to the desert or snow. Surrounded by nature, warm weather and an incredible community, you truly could not dream of a better place to live!