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Listed by Harold Noriega CA DRE# 01494239 with Compass 949-400-9905
Emerald Bay Harold Noriega

157 159 EMERALD BAY

$34,500,000 157 159 EMERALD BAY, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
**Legacy by the Sea: A Rare Two-Residence Compound in Emerald Bay**A truly extraordinary opportunity within the prestigious guard-gated community of Emerald Bay in Laguna Beach. Situated on the highly coveted ocean side of Pacific Coast Highway, this exceptional legacy compound encompasses two separate residences on two legal parcels, creating one of the most unique offerings ever available within this world-renowned coastal enclave. Together, 157 and 159 Emerald Bay offer approximately 8,856 square feet of living space on a combined 15,706 square feet of grounds, thoughtfully designed for multi-generational living, grand-scale entertaining, and effortless coastal luxury. Sweeping ocean views, expansive indoor-outdoor living spaces, and an unmatched collection of amenities define this one-of-a-kind estate in absolute pristine condition. The main residence features elegant formal and casual living spaces, a chef's kitchen, elevator access, theater and bonus rooms, fitness area, conditioned wine room, extensive storage, and a four-car garage. The secondary residence offers contemporary coastal design, a dramatic great room with disappearing walls of glass, designer kitchen, private office, guest suite, a custom bunk room plus a two-car garage.

Resort-inspired grounds include a saltwater pool and spa, infrared sauna, outdoor shower, two outdoor fireplaces plus a seated fire pit, outdoor television, expansive lawn, built-in barbecue, and multiple dining, lounging and entertaining areas.

Residents enjoy Emerald Bay's private beach, tennis and pickleball courts, volleyball, swim center, parks, and 24-hour guard-gated and patrolled security. Rarely does a property of this scale, flexibility, and pedigree become available. An unparalleled opportunity to own one of Emerald Bay's most extraordinary family compounds.
  • For Sale
    Status
  • 8
    Bedrooms
  • 10
    Bathrooms
  • 1998
    Year Built
  • 8,856 Sq.Ft.
    Living Area

Open House

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Features & Amenities

Area & Lot

  • Status: For Sale
  • Open House:
    6/17/2026 10:00AM - 1:00PM PDT
  • Living Space: 8,856 Sq.Ft.
  • Lot Size: 0.36 Acres
  • MLS® ID: LG26086482
  • Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Neighborhood: Emerald Bay
  • Architecture Styles: Craftsman, Custom
  • Water Frontage: Beach Access, Ocean Side Of Highway
  • View Description: Bay, City Lights, Coastline, Hills, Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
  • Elementary School:El Morro
  • Middle School: Thurston
  • High School: Laguna Beach
  • School District: Laguna Beach Unified

Interior

  • Total Bedrooms: 8
  • Total Bathrooms: 10
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 4
  • Laundry Room: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Flooring: Stone, Wood
  • Fireplace: Dining Room, Gas, Guest Accommodations, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Barbecue, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Disposal, High Efficiency Water Heater, Hot Water Circulator, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Solar Hot Water, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Purifier, Dryer, Washer
  • Other Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Elevator, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Smart Home, Wired for Data, Bar, Wired for Sound, Entrance Foyer, Instant Hot Water

Exterior & Building

  • Stories: 3
  • Garage Space: 6.0
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Pool Cover, Private, Salt Water, Association
  • Roof: Fire Proof
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Yard
  • Parking: Direct Access, Door-Single, Underground, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Off Street, Oversized, Permit Required, Private, Storage
  • Heat Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Disability Features: Accessible Elevator Installed
  • HOA Amenities: Controlled Access, Sport Court, Fire Pit, Meeting Room, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Guard, Spa/Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Court(s)
  • Security Features: Prewired, Security System, Closed Circuit Camera(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System, Gated with Guard, 24 Hour Security, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Other Exterior Features: Barbecue, Rain Gutters, Fire Pit

Financial

  • Sales Price: $34,500,000
  • HOA Fees: $10,000/yr

157 159 EMERALD BAY

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