Listed by David Bartels with Everhome Realty, Inc. [email protected]

Nestled in the exclusive gated community of Catania, this exquisite Talega home offers breathtaking sunset, golf course, and oak tree-covered hillside views from a peaceful cul-de-sac. Enter through custom mahogany double doors to a grand foyer featuring wide plank white oak floors, graceful archways, and handcrafted wrought iron stair railings.This meticulously designed 5-bedroom, 4-bath home blends elegance with functionality. The cozy living room, complete with a wood-burning fireplace and in-ceiling speakers, invites family gatherings. French doors lead to a serene, private backyard featuring a covered patio, built-in BBQ island, and an in-ground hot tub--perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, with quartz countertops, hand-painted marble tile backsplash, white cabinetry, a Calcutta marble island, and premium stainless steel appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator and Thermador double ovens. A butler's pantry connects the kitchen to the spacious dining room.Adding versatility, a detached casita serves as an ideal office, gym, studio, or guest suite. Two main-level bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a spa-like bath, offer comfort and convenience. Upstairs features a secondary ensuite bedroom, two additional bedrooms with a Jack-and-Jill bath, and a charming reading loft.Additional highlights include a two-car garage with built-in storage, EV power source, epoxy floors, a new whole-house fan, drought-tolerant landscaping, high-end nighttime illumination, automated irrigation, and custom fountains.Located on a beautifully landscaped 6,169-square-foot lot, this home offers spaces for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Residents enjoy Talega's golf course, swim club, parks, hiking trails, shopping, and top-rated schools, with the beaches of San Clemente just minutes away.Don't miss the opportunity to own this exceptional home and enjoy an unparalleled lifestyle in one of Talega's most desirable communities.