Home of the Day: Emerald Bay Mediterranean has elevator, sweeping views

Mediterranean architecture and modern amenity blend seamlessly in this Laguna Beach residence in the exclusive Emerald Bay community. A detailed wrought iron staircase spirals through the heart of the home while a private elevator provides an additional mode of transportation to each of the three stories. Outdoors, a covered loggia opens onto a landscaped front courtyard complete with a fireplace, in-ground spa and sweeping ocean views.

Location: 101 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, 92651

Asking price: $13.388 million

Year built: 2002

House size: 5,800 square feet, five bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms

Lot size: 7,976 square feet

Features: Hardwood and marble floors, spiral staircase, chef’s kitchen, library/office, wine cellar, covered loggia with fireplace, in-ground spa, barbecue area

About the area: Last year, there were 445 single-family homes sold in the 92651 ZIP Code at a median sale price of $1.55 million, according to DataQuick. That was a 22.5% increase year-over-year.

Agent: James Harris, (424) 400-5915; David Parnes, (424) 400-5916; and Adrienne Martz, (310) 343-8411, the Agency

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