35 Merlin AVE Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

Island style living in Orange County – views, privacy, lush tropical landscaping framing a natural stone pool & spa and high-end finishes throughout. Make this 4BR/2.5BA home your own private resort! Welcome guests through a custom iron gate & sculpture garden w/ fountain into an open concept living room w/ separate dining area both w/double-height ceilings bathed in sunlight beaming in from several large mid-century leaded-glass windows, including a custom window over the double entry door. Large format stone floor tile continues throughout first floor, including a gourmet kitchen w/ tray ceiling & custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances & glass tile backsplash. Marble counters and an extra-large island w/ seating is the perfect place for entertaining. Open concept kitchen flows into a family room w/ a gas fireplace & sliding glass doors that open to a resort-like patio, pool & jacuzzi/spa creating the perfect indoor/outdoor living space. On the large stone patio is a poolside oasis, including glass firepit & spectacular views. You will feel like you’re on vacation everyday w/nothing buy skyline and rolling hills in your view for total privacy. Also on the first floor, a large laundry room w/plenty of storage & door leading out to your side yard is great place to come in from the pool & beach. A three-car garage & nicely appointed half bath w/marble countertop, glass bowl sink & stone backsplash completes this perfect first floor layout. A beautiful wood staircase is a focal point in the living room. Up just one flight of stairs is a spacious marble tiled landing, and 4 bedrooms w/solid wood floors throughout. One room currently setup as an office w/built-ins, and two other rooms are a generous size. They share an impressive guest bathroom w/marble counter, custom stone tile & marble tiled shower. The Master Bedroom retreat has large view windows leading out to a balcony w/stunning views & private sitting area. Master Bathroom is spa-like w/beautiful Mediterranean design, as well as a large view window, soaking tub, double vanities, large marble tiled shower and walk in closet. This beautiful and timeless home is located on a single load street (no neighbors across from you) in the Laguna Audobon II - Skyline community w/miles of manicured walking trails & parks. Close proximity to 73 Toll Road, 5/405 freeways, Aliso Viejo Country Club, shopping, dining & entertainment and award-winning schools. 10 min to Laguna Beach.