157 159 EMERALD BAY
Property Overview
**Legacy by the Sea: A Rare Two-Residence Compound in Emerald Bay**A truly extraordinary opportunity within the prestigious guard-gated community of Emerald Bay in Laguna Beach. Situated on the highly coveted ocean side of Pacific Coast Highway, this exceptional legacy compound encompasses two separate residences on two legal parcels, creating one of the most unique offerings ever available within this world-renowned coastal enclave. Together, 157 and 159 Emerald Bay offer approximately 8,856 square feet of living space on a combined 15,706 square feet of grounds, thoughtfully designed for multi-generational living, grand-scale entertaining, and effortless coastal luxury. Sweeping ocean views, expansive indoor-outdoor living spaces, and an unmatched collection of amenities define this one-of-a-kind estate in absolute pristine condition. The main residence features elegant formal and casual living spaces, a chef's kitchen, elevator access, theater and bonus rooms, fitness area, conditioned wine room, extensive storage, and a five-car garage. The secondary residence offers contemporary coastal design, a dramatic great room with disappearing walls of glass, designer kitchen, private office, guest suite, a custom bunk room plus a two-car garage. Resort-inspired grounds include a saltwater pool and spa, infrared sauna, outdoor shower, two outdoor fireplaces plus a seated fire pit, outdoor television, expansive lawn, built-in barbecue, and multiple dining, lounging and entertaining areas. Residents enjoy Emerald Bay's private beach, tennis and pickleball courts, volleyball, swim center, parks, and 24-hour guard-gated and patrolled security. Rarely does a property of this scale, flexibility, and pedigree become available. An unparalleled opportunity to own one of Emerald Bay's most extraordinary family compounds.
Home Details
- Property type
- Residential - Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1998
- Living area
- 8,856 sq ft
- Lot size
- 15,706 sq ft
- Parking
- 10 spaces
- Garage
- 7 spaces
- Stories
- 3
- Days on market
- 29
- Full bathrooms
- 6
- Half bathrooms
- 4
- MLS status
- Active
- Architectural style
- Craftsman,Custom
Features & Amenities
Interior
- Beamed Ceilings
- Wet Bar
- Breakfast Bar
- Built In Features
- Crown Molding
- Coffered Ceilings
- Separate Formal Dining Room
- Elevator
- High Ceilings
- Living Room Deck Attached
- Open Floorplan
- Pantry
- Stone Counters
- Recessed Lighting
- Storage
- Smart Home
- Wired For Data
- Bar
- Wired For Sound
- Entrance Foyer
- Instant Hot Water
Appliances
- Six Burner Stove
- Built In Range
- Barbecue
- Convection Oven
- Double Oven
- Exhaust Fan
- Freezer
- Disposal
- High Efficiency Water Heater
- Hot Water Circulator
- Ice Maker
- Refrigerator
- Range Hood
- Solar Hot Water
- Self Cleaning Oven
- Tankless Water Heater
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Water To Refrigerator
- Water Purifier
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Direct Access
- Door Single
- Underground
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Garage
- Off Street
- Oversized
- Permit Required
- Private
- Storage
Pool
- Gunite
- Heated
- In Ground
- Pool Cover
- Private
- Salt Water
- Association
Lot
- Back Yard
- Drip Irrigation Bubblers
- Sprinklers In Rear
- Sprinklers In Front
- Lawn
- Landscaped
- Sprinklers Timer
- Sprinkler System
- Street Level
- Yard
Exterior
- Barbecue
- Rain Gutters
- Fire Pit
Security
- Prewired
- Security System
- Closed Circuit Cameras
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire Detection System
- Fire Sprinkler System
- Gated With Guard
- Twenty Four Hour Security
- Smoke Detectors
Community, Schools & Utilities
Community
- Subdivision
- Emerald Bay (EB)
- Association
- Emerald Bay Community Association
- HOA fee
- $10,000 annually
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Private pool
- Yes
- View
- Bay,CityLights,Coastline,Hills,Neighborhood,Ocean,Panoramic,Water
Schools
- School district
- Laguna Beach Unified
- Elementary school
- El Morro
- Middle school
- Thurston
- High school
- Laguna Beach
Utilities
- Heating
- Central,ForcedAir
- Cooling
- CentralAir
- Electric
- Volts220InGarage,PhotovoltaicsSellerOwned
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- PublicSewer
Location & Neighborhood
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