714-914-4996

157 Emerald Bay ,
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

$34,500,000

**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.

Basic Information

MLS #:
LG26086482

Price:
$34,500,000

Price
(per sq ft):
$3,895.00

Address:
157 Emerald Bay ,
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

MLS Area:
NL - North Laguna

Subdivision:
Emerald Bay (EB)

Property
Type:
Single Family Residence

Days on Market:
0

Status:
Active

Bedrooms:
8

Bathrooms:
10

Full Baths:
6

Size (sq ft):
8,856 sq ft

Lot Size:
15,706 sq ft

Year Built:
1998

Sale Type:
Standard

Rooms in Home

Rooms:
Primary Bathroom, Bonus Room, Foyer, Primary Suite, Laundry, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Home Theatre, Sauna, Media Room, Two Primaries, Office, Living Room, Walk-In Pantry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Great Room, Entry, Converted Bedroom, Kitchen, Exercise Room, Utility Room, Wine Cellar, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet

Eating Area:
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room, Separated

Laundry:
Inside, Individual Room, Washer Included, Dryer Included

Entry Location:
1

Interior Features

Fireplace:
Dining Room, Gas, Guest House, Primary Bedroom, Fire Pit, Living Room, Outside

Cooling:
Central Air

Heating:
Forced Air, Central

Floor:
Stone, Wood

Appliances:
Tankless Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Double Oven, Solar Hot Water, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Convection Oven, Water Purifier, Water Line to Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Instant Hot Water, Range Hood, Built-In Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Barbecue, Freezer, Disposal, 6 Burner Stove, Hot Water Circulator, Vented Exhaust Fan

Interior Features:
Beamed Ceilings, Crown Molding, Wired for Data, Wet Bar, Bar, Built-in Features, Elevator, Home Automation System, High Ceilings, Pantry, Living Room Deck Attached, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Wired for Sound, Coffered Ceiling(s)

Security:
Fire Sprinkler System, Closed Circuit Camera(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Wired for Alarm System, 24 Hour Security, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Gated with Guard

Accessibility:
Accessible Elevator Installed

Garage and Parking

Garage:
Attached

Garage:
6 Spaces

Carport:
0 Spaces

Parking:
Garage, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Subterranean, Off Street, Permit Required, Direct Garage Access, Garage - Single Door, Built-In Storage, Private, Oversized

Home Owners Association

HOA Dues 1:
$10000.00 / Annually

HOA Dues 2:
$

HOA Amenities: 
Spa/Hot Tub, Picnic Area, Security, Pet Rules, Tennis Court(s), Pickleball, Pool, Fire Pit, Controlled Access, Meeting Room, Sport Court, Guard, Playground

Utilities

Water:
Public

Utilities:
Underground Utilities

School Information

District:
Laguna Beach Unified

Elementary:
ELMOR

Middle:
THURST

High:
LAGBEA

Exterior Features

Pool:
In Ground, Private, Heated, Pool Cover, Gunite, Salt Water

Spa:
In Ground, Private, Heated, Gunite

Patio:
Stone, Deck

View:
Water, Panoramic, White Water, Coastline, Neighborhood, Ocean, City Lights, Bay, Hills

Construction:
Flagstone, Lap Siding, Stucco, Stone

Foundation:

Roof:
Fire Retardant

Windows:
Custom Covering, Skylight(s), Screens

Common Walls:
No Common Walls

Levels:
Three Or More

Lot Features:
Sprinklers In Front, Level with Street, Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers Drip System, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Sprinkler System, Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Lawn, Yard

Additional Information

County:
Orange

Senior Community:
No

Community Features:
Curbs, Watersports, Hiking, Street Lights

Other Structures:
Sauna Private, Guest House, Storage, Guest House Detached, Second Garage, Second Garage Attached

Structure Condition:
Turnkey

Direction Faces:

Listed by:
Compass , Harold Noriega , 01494239

Co-Listed:

Last
Updated:
6/15/2026 1:23 PM

157 Emerald Bay ,
Laguna Beach, CA 92651