When it comes to buying and selling real estate, everything is relative. So when a neighboring home in the ultra lux neighborhood of the Strand at Headlands in Dana Point is listed for $55 million, any new listing is going to aim high with its debut asking price.
Two homes on Strand Beach located a mere 400-plus feet away from one another are looking for big buyers, with listings priced at $42.5 million and $55 million—each offering unique amenities to entice the discerning buyer.
First, the “cheaper” property: Located at 21 Strand Beach Drive, the newly listed five bedroom/eight bathroom home boasts more than 10,500 square feet of living space. Unobstructed front-row views span the Ocean, Orange County’s golden coastline, Catalina Island and the imposing headlands of historic Dana Point.
Every level of the custom estate opens to the ocean, with an appropriately grand entrance crowned by a glass ceiling on the third. An elevator also serves each level of the home, drenched in neutral tones, which includes a parlor, formal dining room, and a massive great room with fireplace. Disappearing glass pocket doors open the great room to a large loggia that showcases a floating cantilevered spa with acrylic bottom that overlooks the beach.
It’s all about fun and entertainment on the lowest floor, where a game room, billiards room, glass-enclosed wine cellar, service kitchen, bedroom and a gym are located. This floor opens via a disappearing glass wall to a loggia with massive sunken wet bar.
Just a few doors down, another coastal masterpiece has been on the market a little longer, offering a bit more modern flair compared to its Mediterranean-inspired neighbor. Offered at $55 million, the six bedroom home includes seven-and-a-half baths across 9,630 square feet.
Also three levels highlighted by ocean views across the property, the gallery-sized foyer with high ceilings, sets the scene for impressive living and entertaining. A three-level floating staircase is accentuated by in-wall LED lighting and curvilinear wood and glass detailing, creating a grand focal point on every floor. Dual primary suites offer sunny ocean-view decks and freestanding bathtubs, while the main suite enhances luxury with dual walk-in closets and separate vanities.
The lower level is home to a lounge, wet bar, home theater and wine room, while the requisite disappearing glass pocket doors eliminate boundaries between indoor living areas and outdoor spaces. Out back, you’ll fine a pool with a spa and a sunken open-air fireplace with built-in seating.
Arlen Raubach of Compass holds both listings, with more info found here and here.