All About Newport Beach

Laguna Beach is a highly sought after community and is home to some of the priciest real estate in Orange County. There are ocean front homes, and the coastline in Laguna Beach is stunning. The beaches in Laguna Beach offer a variety of beautiful areas to visit, and of course, reside.

There are beautiful Laguna Beach homes on the hill side which do have panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, and in fact many do have white water views. Laguna Beach has many private communities including Emerald Bay, and Lagunita which is on south Laguna with homes that are right on the sand. There is also 1000 Steps Beach in south Laguna, and although it feels like there are 1000 steps – I have actually counted, and believe it is less than 300. None the less, 1000 Steps Beach is stunning. And of course Victoria Beach is another beach to visit.

The lifestyle in Laguna Beach is amazing. Downtown Laguna Beach offers something for everyone. There are beautiful art galleries, up scale shopping and dining, and unique boutiques. It is a pedestrian style area and very enjoyable to sip your coffee while perusing the amazing art. And walk across the street to visit Main Beach, and enjoy the beautiful California coastline. Some of the restaurants and hotels sit right along the coastline. The Surf and Sand is a beautiful hotel, and literally the waves crash right up against the building.

There are many homes in excess of a million dollars in Laguna Beach. Whether you are considering a custom built home with a sit down ocean view, or a home near the beach, Laguna Beach offers something for everyone.

With the reduction in mortgage rates, as well as home price reductions and values giving way, Laguna Beach has become more affordable, and the ability to find a home you are considering with everything you have desired has become more feasible. If you are considering making an investment in Laguna Beach Real Estate, now is the time to consider purchasing your Laguna Beach home.

So take a look at some of Laguna Beach homes for sale, starting at around $1,000,000. You will be amazed!

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

Sawdust Winter Fantasy in Laguna Beach, CA

The Sawdust Winter Fantasy is an outdoor art fair in Laguna Beach, California. It is a unique art fair and offer shoppers and consumers the opportunity to purchase unique art pieces. This year is the tenth annual Sawdust Winter Fantasy, and this year there are 44 new artists. There are also three cafes located at the Sawdust Winter Fantasy.

Come on out and support the local artists, and find a holiday gift or unique piece of art. 

The Sawdust Winter Fantasy is located at:

935 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Contact: 949.494.3030

Sawdust Winter Fantasy 2010 Show Dates

The Art Fair is Open on weekends only:
November 20 - 21
November 26 - 28
December 4 - 5
December 10 -12

Hours for the Sawdust Winter Fantasy
10:00  am – 6:00 pm – weekends only
Will be open rain or shine

Admission is as follows:

$6.00 Adults
$5.00 Seniors
$3.00 Children (6 years to 12 years)
Children under 5 – Free!

Hope to see you at the Sawdust Winter Fantasy in Laguna Beach! 

Victoria Beach in Laguna Beach

Victoria Beach is located down from Victoria Street off Coast Highway in South Laguna Beach. It is a beautiful beach and private location which and a great place to explore, swim, and skim board. It is very close to the Montage Resort in Laguna Beach.

Victoria Beach does have public access off Victoria, and it is a fairly easy walk down the stairs, definitely not as steep as 1000 Steps Beach in Laguna Beach. Victoria Beach does have a very nice sandy beach, and there is an on shore break, and rip tides do come up occasionally. It can be treacherous if there is larger surf or high tide. It is always recommended to swim near a lifeguard.

Victoria Beach does not have public facilities on the beach. Victoria Beach is a marine protected area to not disturb the tide pools.

It is a pretty interesting beach however, because if you hike across the rocks, there is an old light tower, and a sea water pool which was constructed some time ago. The pool fills with the ocean when the tide is high. Use caution and monitor the tides.

The Light House on Victoria Beach is pretty interesting to see and definitely to photograph. It was pretty overcast yesterday as you can tell by the photos.

Victoria Beach has tide pools to explore and discover sea creatures.

It is a beautiful beach, and does have homes located in the area. There is also a private gated area called Lagunita and the residents of Lagunita utilize Victoria Beach as well. There is no private parking, so if you are intending to visit Victoria Beach, then it would be best to arrive early so you can secure parking. You may have a walk ahead of you, but I think it is worth it.

If I can answer any questions about Victoria Beach, or Laguna Beach homes for sale, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

 Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

Emerald Bay is located in Laguna Beach and  is a private gated community. Emerald Bay is an exclusive community with spectacular ocean views and beautiful color water. It is located on both sides of Coast Highway, there are beach front homes as well as homes which sit up on the hill with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.  There is a tunnel which goes under Coast Highway to access Main Beach. There are private tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, parks and a private swimming pool for the residents use. Below is a photo of one of the tennis courts with an Ocean View.

This guard gated area of Laguna Beach has 521 home sites, and fourteen of those homes are beach front. Emerald Bay has is a highly sought after area.

Currently there are 22 active listings on the market. The lowest priced home in $2,950,000 and the highest priced home is $21,000,000.  Value is based upon the location, view, size and condition of the property. For specifics on the active listings in Emerald Bay, please visit NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com.

Currently, there are four in back up and pending ranging in price from $2,500,000 to $10,500,000.

The most recent solds since August 1, 2009 are as follows:

707 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach – Sold for $2,000,000

197 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach – Sold for $4,500,000

526 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach – Sold for $5,995,000

If I can answer any questions about real estate in Laguna Beach, Corona del Mar or Newport Beach, please contact me.

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Disclaimer:  Information contained herein are the views and opinions of Sharon Paxson. This information may be based on information from multiple sources, and may be subject to change without notice. This information is not guaranteed, have warranties either express or implied, may be time sensitive, and may or may not be deemed reliable at the time of researching this article. Information regarding property for sale and market reports is obtained from the SoCalMLS.

Surf and Sand Resort in Laguna Beach

The Surf and Sand Resort in Laguna Beach is a fantastic place to visit, eat dinner at Splashes Restaurant,  enjoy the beach and definitely stay the night. This resort features excellent customer service in all areas. The waves crash right up against the building, so if you want to hear the ocean, this is the place for you. Leave the door to your room open and enjoy the sound of the waves all night long.

The Surf and Sand Resort feature rooms that overlook the Pacific Ocean in a private stretch of beach that is beautiful. Enjoy the crashing waves from your room, or from the restaurant Restaurant Splashes which is located on the first level of the resort - it is literally steps from the sand. The food at Splashes is also impeccable and so is the service. Both breakfast and dinner are amazing. There is also a pool area overlooking the beach with lounge chairs that face the ocean.

Laguna Beach Surf and Sand also has facilities for private meetings, events and weddings.

So if you are looking for a great place to get away to, visit the Surf and Sand Resort in Laguna Beach. You will not be disappointed.

If I can answer any questions about real estate in Orange County including Newport Beach, Corona del Mar or Laguna Beach, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

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Originally Posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com.

About the author:

Sharon Paxson is a Newport Beach Residential Realtor, who can assist you with the sale and/or purchase of real estate in the Corona del Mar, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach and Newport Coast area.  If you are considering relocating to or from the Orange County area, contact Sharon as she will assist you with the purchase of your new home, or connect you with a trusted professional in her network, in the city you have selected.

All Content Copyright© 2009 By Sharon Paxson, All Rights Reserved "Surf and Sand Resort, Laguna Beach".

Disclaimer:  Information contained herein are the views and opinions of Sharon Paxson. This information may be based on information from multiple sources, and may be subject to change without notice. This information is not guaranteed, have warranties either express or implied, may be time sensitive, and may or may not be deemed reliable at the time of researching this article. Information regarding market reports is obtained from the SoCalMLS.