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40 Smithcliffs Road

Laguna Beach, CA 92651

7 beds
8 baths
8,970 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$1,002 per sqft
1996 build
– on site

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The opportunity to own at Laguna Beach’s exclusive 22-home Smithcliffs enclave is among the rarest along the Southern California coastline, placing this inimitable custom compound in a genuine league of its own. Sequestered behind the gates atop soaring oceanfront bluffs, the unparalleled French Normandy mansion features an expansive two-parcel corner location that cannot be duplicated as well as three structures including a main home with 5 bedrooms and 3-car attached garage; a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom detached guest house; and a secondary detached three-car garage crowned by a guest studio. Private patios, intimate terraces, lush lawns, and a grand pool and spa with waterfall rival nearby resorts in their beauty. The lavish detached guest house with separate entry offers an entertainment patio and an outdoor kitchen pavilion lends flair to large and small gatherings. Generous in size, the estate hosts an appropriately regal foyer that greets residents and guests with a double-height domed ceiling, circular staircase and inlaid mosaic tile. Formal rooms are opulent, including a living room with fireplace and an abundance of windows, and a large dining room with dry bar, wine cellar and French doors to the terrace. An office is adorned in rich wood wainscoting, and the main hall is gallery-sized, providing broad expanses for artwork. Truly exceptional, the family room and kitchen area is characterized by beamed ceilings, a built-in entertainment center with surround sound, five sets of French doors, a butler’s pantry, walk-in pantry, granite countertops, furniture-caliber custom cabinetry, hammered copper farmhouse sink, a breakfast area, and top appliances including a built-in refrigerator and a Wolf range. Comfort and privacy is ensured for all thanks to five bedrooms and six baths in the main home, including a first-level suite, a bonus-room style suite, and a primary suite with balcony, vaulted ceiling, fireplace, two walk-in closets, a soaking tub and separate rain shower. Appreciated features continue with a secondary staircase, a blend of travertine, wood and designer carpet flooring, whole-house audio, lighted art niches, fabulous tile, and designer paint and wall treatments. Adding to the allure of the home are two driveways offering 6 uncovered spaces in addition to the 6 garage spaces. The Smithcliffs community presents beach access and is close to John Wayne Airport as well as Laguna’s renowned collection of art galleries, restaurants and shops.

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Tim Smith / Coldwell Banker Realty

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MLS# NP22111518 —

The Building

Year Built:

1996
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Structure Type:

House
Exterior Features:

Barbecue Private, Lighting
Patio:

1
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Common Walls:

No Common Walls
Total Number Of Units:

1
Stories Total:

2

Interior

Features:

2 Staircases, Balcony, Built-in Features, Coffered Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
Levels:

Two
Kitchen Features:

Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Utility sink, Walk-In Pantry
Eating Area:

Dining Room, In Kitchen
Door Features:

French Doors, Mirror Closet Door(s)
Flooring:

Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
Room Type:

Bonus Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Wine Cellar
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Appraiser
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplace:

Family Room, Master Bedroom
Laundry:

Individual Room, Inside
Laundry:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

8970.00

Financial & Terms

Disclosures:

Homeowners Association

Location

Directions:

From PCH, turn onto Smithcliffs Rd
Latitude:

33.54917900
Longitude:

-117.80498900

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Features:

Back Yard, Landscaped, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft
Lot Size Area:

22559.0000
Lot Size Acres:

0.5179
Lot Size SqFt:

22559.00
Lot Size Source:

See Remarks
View:

None
Security Features:

Gated Community
Road Frontage:

Private Road
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Additional Parcels:

No
Other Structures:

Guest House, Guest House Detached, Second Garage
Land Lease:

No
Lease Considered:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Census Tract:

626.56
Tax Tract:

13988
Tax Lot:

4

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

7
Main Level Bedrooms:

1

Baths

Total Baths:

8
Bathroom Features:

Shower, Shower in Tub, Closet in bathroom, Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Privacy toilet door, Separate tub and shower, Soaking Tub, Vanity area, Walk-in shower
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

6
Main Level Baths:

3
Full Baths:

6
Half Baths:

2

The Listing

Buyer's Brokerage Compensation:

2.500%
Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Buyer's Brokerage Compensation:

$2.50
Parcel Number:

05330140

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

1
Heating:

Central
Cooling:

Yes
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Standard
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

6 Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
Included:

Yes

Schools

Elementary:

ELMOR
Elementary School:

El Morro
Middle School:

Thurston
Middle School:

THURST
High School:

Laguna Beach
High School:

LAGBEA
High School District:

Laguna Beach Unified

The Community

Subdivision:

Smithcliffs (SMC)
Subdivision:

Smithcliffs (SMC)
Senior Community:

No
Features:

Sidewalks
Pool:

Private, In Ground
Private Pool:

Yes
Spa:

1
Waterfront Features:

Ocean Side of Freeway, Ocean Side Of Highway 1
Spa Features:

Private, In Ground
Association Amenities:

Management, Controlled Access
Association:

Smithcliffs
Association:

Yes
Association Fee:

$1,000
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Assessments:

Yes
Assessments:

Unknown

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage - Two Door
Parking Spaces:

12.00
Attached Garage:

Yes
Garage Spaces:

6.00
Uncovered Spaces:

6.00

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Utility Costs

$308/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price
9/15/22 Sep 15, 2022	Sold	CRMLS_CA	$8,995,000
8/12/22 Aug 12, 2022	Pending	CRMLS_CA	$8,995,000
7/26/22 Jul 26, 2022	Sold Subject To Contingencies	CRMLS_CA	$8,995,000

House Sold on 9/15/2022

$8,995,000

Listing provided by broker:

Tim Smith

Coldwell Banker Realty

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40 Smithcliffs Road

Laguna Beach, CA 92651