$1,349,900 - 14 Mercato, Laguna Niguel

Laguna Niguel Home For Sale

Located in the highly sought-after coastal community of Marina Hills, this beautifully remodeled home offers warmth, elegance, and effortless resort-style living. Thoughtfully upgraded, it blends sophisticated finishes with comfortable everyday living—plus a private backyard retreat that truly sets it apart. Soaring ceilings and dramatic two-story windows flood the home with natural light, creating an immediate sense of openness. The expanded open-concept kitchen flows seamlessly into the living area, forming a stunning great-room design ideal for relaxing and entertaining. Marble flooring with black granite inlays adds timeless refinement. The gourmet kitchen features a built-in KitchenAid refrigerator, Wolf range, stainless steel dishwasher, custom Schuler cabinetry, and a sleek stainless steel backsplash. Imported Blue Bahia granite enhances the kitchen and baths, while a matching custom entertainment center anchors the living space. Built-in speakers with a Sonos sound system elevate gatherings, and a remote-controlled gas fireplace with included large-screen TV creates the perfect setting for cozy evenings. Upstairs, a custom stained-glass window and skylight add architectural charm. The primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, greenery views, and coastal breezes. Its spa-inspired bath includes a walk-in closet with built-ins, dual sinks, custom cabinetry, an Ove smart toilet, and a multi-spray shower with frameless glass enclosure. Bathrooms feature granite counters, stone floors and wainscoting, stainless-steel sinks, and Hansgrohe fixtures, while the secondary bath includes a spa tub. Additional upgrades include double-pane tinted windows, whole-house water filtration, complete re-plumbing, upgraded electrical, a tankless water heater, modern shades, and a Nest thermostat. Two secondary bedrooms provide flexibility, including one with custom office built-ins. The two-car garage offers storage cabinetry and soundproofed adjoining walls. An energy-efficient Asko washer and dryer are included. Outside, the private backyard enjoys southern exposure and is designed for relaxation and entertaining, with flagstone hardscape, a built-in gazebo, gas fireplace, artificial turf, mature trees, and a fountain with three cascading waterfalls. An outdoor shower completes this serene escape.