998 EMERALD BAY EMERALD BAY | LAGUNA BEACH | This exquisitely updated soft contemporary residence offers an incredible experience that can only be found in highly-coveted Emerald Bay. Designed with an open floor plan and soaring vaulted ceilings, this recently upgraded and expanded property offers 4 bedrooms, an office, 4 full bathrooms plus a guest powder room. Guests are initially greeted by the charming, private courtyard complete with a relaxing firepit and built-in seating. Once inside the home, attention to detail can be experienced at every turn from the wide hallways reminiscent of famous art galleries to the detail found in the three interior fireplaces. The main level has living and dining areas that integrate perfectly with the large exterior terrace via the new La Cantina wall-to-wall glass panel door system which provides for indoor/outdoor ease of living. With the recent expansion of the front deck, there is nearly 700 square feet of outdoor living space that overlooks the most incredible panoramic ocean and white water views of Emerald Bay, coastal views to the Dana Point Headlands, city lights of Laguna Beach, and sunset views. A modern kitchen with a seated island, Sub Zero and Wolf appliances plus a walk-in pantry partake in the expansive ocean views as well. Included on this level are the primary bedroom and bathroom, guest powder room, plus an outdoor private and secure rear yard retreat that is adjacent to the Irvine Ranch reserve and overlooks Catalina Island. The second level consists of three bedroom suites, a private office which may be repurposed as a fifth bedroom, plus an indoor laundry room. The home features a large, finished garage with parking for two full-size vehicles as well as room to park a golf cart. Above the garage is a large, walk-in attic with over 500 square feet of storage area. Detailed with drought tolerant landscape, this property is in lock and leave, turnkey, and ready to move in condition. Don't miss the opportunity to own this exceptional property and experience the best of coastal living in a prime location.