Newport Beach at its Finest
By Camilla McLaughlin
A stunning residence on the water is easy to find but a signature home with extensive views on one of the most desired locations on the harbor in Newport Beach is almost impossible to acquire. Add to that dockage for a 156-foot yacht, the harbor’s largest private yacht facility, and it is easy to see why this Newport Beach property merits the distinction of a Unique Homes cover.
Even in the rarefied world of global luxury, this property stands out. It occupies one of the largest parcels (more than 30,000 square feet) on Newport Harbor with almost 200 linear feet directly on the harbor. Timeless and elegant, but also relaxed, the main residence was designed by Christian Light, and radiates the ease and peace that flows from the symmetry of classic architecture. A contemporary interpretation balances indoor and outdoor spaces, transforming the home into a portal that captures spectacular views extending across the widest part of the harbor to five different islands and the Balboa Peninsula. Even the entry, a dramatic two-story gallery with travertine walls, book-match panels of veneered Anigre and Texas Shellstone floors, telescopes through the home to the blue of the bay. An extensive master suite on the second floor looks out onto the water and city lights.
As spectacular as the home is, the premium location and unparalleled vistas of open water create the most value and merit the $28.5 million price. In Newport Beach, “the value of a property on the harbor is determined by the quality of the view,” explains Rob Giem, who is listing the house for HÔM Real Estate Group.
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