Property Attributes
- MLS#OC26188522
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOrange
- CitySan Juan Capistrano
- Area Ortega/Orange County
- NeighborhoodSeparate Custom Estate
- Zip92675
- Style
- Year Built1981
- Price$ 7,950,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms5
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage8380
- Lot Size1.4862 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
Known as the "Villa Vista", this masterwork of Spanish Revival architecture with Moorish influences unfolds behind private iron gates spanning nearly 1.5 acres. Layered with contemporary sensibility, yet faithful to its timeless romance. The arrival sets the tone. A sweeping curved driveway framed by more than 100 mature palm trees ascends to a circular motor court centered by a grand fountain, delivering a first impression like arriving at a private resort. Beyond a custom hand-carved arched door, a dramatic double-rotunda entry pairs imported Saltillo tile with leaded stained glass windows introducing light and craftsmanship that continue throughout the home. The living room unfolds beneath soaring, wood-beamed ceilings, a hallmark of Spanish architecture, where arched windows and doors open to a Cantera Stone balcony overlooking San Juan Capistrano. A massive stone fireplace anchors the room, while rich mahogany flooring and iron rod banisters trace the floating staircase connecting three expansive levels. The formal dining room offers an intimate and dramatic space, and the freshly designed kitchen pairs a 72-inch commercial refrigerator and 60-inch Thermador range with a dry bar and breakfast nook overlooking the kitchen garden, embracing hacienda living. Three remodeled ensuite guest bedrooms occupy the main level, each with a private balcony and full bathroom. Upstairs, an arched hallway overlooking the living room guides you to a reimagined library and office overlooking the pool. The primary suite awaits, offering 5 balconies, a custom dressing room, a spa-inspired bath and private laundry. Designed for entertaining, the lower level features a family room and sit-down bar, game and hobby room, and a wine tasting room and cellar bringing a one-of-a-kind tasting experience. Arched mahogany doors open to the pool and spa, outdoor cantina kitchen with dual barbecue, with panoramic views extending across the hills, golf course, and San Juan Capistrano city lights. Just minutes from San Juan Capistrano's Historic District, the Mission, and the River Street Marketplace, Villa Vista sits in a neighborhood writing its next chapter. A world-class equestrian center, Capistrano Ranch, now taking shape nearby, is set to draw elite hunter/jumper riders and put San Juan Capistrano on the map in the equestrian world. Villa Vista is a rare opportunity: a home rooted in San Juan's history, with the privacy, scale, and soul of another era.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Ambuehl Elementary School | Marco Forester Middle School | San Juan Hills High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Listed $7,950,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 8380 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected |
| Roof | Spanish Tile,Tile |
| Appliances | 6 Burner Stove,Barbecue,Double Oven,Dishwasher,Freezer,Gas Cooktop,Disposal,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Ice Maker,Microwave,Water Heater,Dryer,Washer |
| Garage Spaces | 5 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Brick,Deck,Patio,Stone |
| Architectural Style | Custom,Spanish |
| Pool Features | Heated,In Ground,Private,Salt Water |
| Security Features | Security System,Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Fire Sprinkler System,Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Adobe,Brick,Concrete,Plaster,Stone,Stucco |
| Year Built | 1981 |
| View | City Lights,Golf Course,Hills,Pool |
| Levels | Three Or More |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Curbs,Sidewalks |
| Accessibility | Accessible Doors,Accessible Hallway(s) |
| Additional Parcels Description | 12414061 |
| County | Orange |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | Separate Custom Estate |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Second Garage |
| Full Baths | 5 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Turn off La Novia onto Via Madrina, head straight towards the large iron gates |
| High School | San Juan Hills |
| City | San Juan Capistrano |
| Entry Location | Main level |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| High School District | Capistrano Unified |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| MLS Area | OR - Ortega/Orange County |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 64741 |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional |
| Spa Features | In Ground,Private |
| Elementary School | Ambuehl |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Middle/Junior High School | Marco Forester |
| Property Condition | Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | true |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/f45e87dc-23d3-444a-bb80-5a9db13fd28a?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard |
| Structure Type | House |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Tax Lot | 36 |
| Virtual Tour | https://vimeo.com/1222510229 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Beamed Ceilings,Balcony,Breakfast Area,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Dry Bar,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,High Ceilings,Multiple Staircases,Stone Counters,Recessed Lighting,Sunken Living Room,Two Story Ceilings,Wired for Sound,Bedroom on Main Level,Multiple Primary Suites,Primary Suite,Wine Cellar,Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Basement | Finished |
| Flooring | Stone,Wood |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room,Gas,Living Room |
| Total Stories | 3 |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Basement (Y/N) | true |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Casement Window(s),Custom Covering(s),Stained Glass,Skylight(s),Wood Frames |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,See Remarks,Upper Level |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 3 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 4 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 6 |
Exterior Features
| Fencing | Privacy,Security,Wrought Iron |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Direct Access,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Gated,Paved,Private,RV Garage,Tandem,Uncovered |
| Lot Features | 0-1 Unit/Acre,Back Yard,Front Yard,Garden,Lawn,Yard |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 5 |
| Lot Size Area | 64741 |
| Spa | true |
| Lot Size Acres | 1.4862 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Private Pool | true |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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