Raul Aldama

This Italian-inspired custom villa is in the prestigious guard-gated community of Ritz Cove in Monarch Beach, California. It is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac street and is neighboring the Ritz-Carlton and Waldorf Astoria resorts. This estate includes 4 spacious en-suite bedrooms and a detached private casita, 6 bathrooms an oversized subterranean garage with a separate storage/work area. The main floor Features a formal living with a fireplace, dining room and a large chef’s kitchen with high-end appliances, a walk-in pantry, and an eat-at island. The kitchen flows into an oversized family room with built-in entertainment, fireplace and access to the resort style backyard designed for entertaining with a pool, spa, built-in BBQ, all to enjoy the ocean backdrop and stunning Catalina island and sunset views. The Upper Level includes a large primary suite with a fireplace, oversized dressing room stye closet with custom built cabinets, the two secondary en-suite bedrooms feature walk-in closets, all of the bedrooms have balconies. This level also houses a built-out office and a secondary entertainment area. The subterranean level is dedicated to leisure, featuring a custom home theater with oversized recliner seating, a flex room, ideal for a gym or yoga area, and an entertainment room with a wet-bar and wine fridge. The front courtyard features a majestic stone-faced fireplace. Ritz Cove is a private gated community that also includes a private entrance to walking and bicycle paths leading directly to Salt Creek Beach. It is minutes away from Dana Point Harbor and the upscale shops and dining of the Lantern District.