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18041 Merlin Street
Silverado Canyon CA, 92676
$3,999,000
$677.45 per sqft
Active
6 Beds
7 Baths
5,903 sqft
Residential
Built in 2004
Listed by Bryan Feltman with CENTURY 21 Affiliated 949-235-0630
Nestled within the privately gated Falcon View Estates--one of Orange County's best-kept secrets--this stunning 5,903 sqft. custom estate sits a top a 13,680 sqft. cul-de-sac lot, offering unparalleled privacy, luxury, and breathtaking mountain views. As one of only six custom-built homes in this secluded 42-acre enclave, this residence exudes exclusivity and sophistication.
Designed for both grand entertaining and everyday elegance, this six-bedroom, seven-bathroom estate showcases meticulously curated upgrades. The expansive chef's kitchen seamlessly opens into a high-ceilinged family and dining room, where panoramic views of the pool and rolling hills create an idyllic backdrop. The gorgeous downstairs primary suite serves as a private retreat, featuring a mahogany fireplace, direct backyard and pool access, two spacious closets, and a spa-like master bath. Upstairs, an expansive media room is designed for ultimate entertainment, complete with a custom cherry and quartz bar, a kitchenette, and French doors leading to a covered balcony with stunning hillside vistas.
This home is equipped with an array of impressive upgrades, including a four-car attached garage (882 sq. ft.) with sectional steel doors and a durable epoxy-finished floor. Recent enhancements include a fully paid solar system, fresh interior and exterior paint, new pebble-tech pool resurfacing with a high-efficiency heater, custom wood shutters throughout, updated bathrooms with new quartz counters and toilets, and brand-new hardwood flooring spanning both levels.
Beyond its luxurious interior, the home offers direct access to Whiting Ranch Regional Park and Cleveland National Forest, providing endless opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian adventures. Situated in a rare, low-density development, this estate ensures lasting exclusivity while maintaining convenient access to State Route 241, just eight minutes away, allowing for seamless connectivity to central and south Orange County.
This is a rare opportunity to own a meticulously upgraded estate in one of the region's most serene and sought-after communities. A true must-see for those seeking the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and nature.
OC25025374
MLSⓇ ID
February 11, 2025
Listed
March 9, 2025
Updated
Interior Features
Total Stories
2
Bedrooms
6
Total Bathrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
6
Half Bathrooms
1
Interior Features
Built-in Features, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Two Story Ceilings, Unfurnished, Bedroom on Main Level, Dressing Area, Loft, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water To Refrigerator
Laundry Description
Laundry Chute, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Floor Description
Tile, Wood
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Description
Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air, Zoned
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Central, Zoned
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
0.31 Acres
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters
Lot Features
Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
Architectural Style
Traditional
Roof
Spanish Tile
Sewer
Public Sewer
Patio And Porch
Covered, Open, Patio
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated Community, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
Window
Plantation Shutters
School Information
School District
Saddleback Valley Unified
High School
El Toro
Elementary School
Portola Hills
Other Property Details
Area Name
SI - Silverado Canyon
Days on Market
24
Association Fee
$450
Association Fee Frequency
Monthly
Accessibility
Accessible Hallway(s)
Association Amenities
Controlled Access, Maintenance Grounds
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
4
Parking
Concrete, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Side
Parking Total
4
View
Yes
View Description
Canyon, Hills
County
Orange
Water Source
Public
Pool
Yes
Pool Features
Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Pebble, Private
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Propane, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Listing Contact: 949-480-5200
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