769 Manzanita Drive, Laguna Beach

About 769 Manzanita Drive

Ideally situated on one of the most desirable streets in the Village of Laguna Beach, this enchanting 1925 cottage will capture your heart. Enter in to the light-filled great room featuring a stunning open beam ceiling, ocean and Catalina island views, and original wood-burning brick fireplace. The living room opens to a spacious deck, ideal for outdoor dining or simply enjoying the views. The charming kitchen features a built-in seating area, original O’Keefe & Merritt stove, Bosch dishwasher, and access to the laundry room/pantry. Also on this level are the primary and second bedrooms, a full bath and bonus room. The primary bedroom features an open beam ceiling, views of the ocean, whitewater and Hotel Laguna, and private garden patio. The adjacent bonus room could be used as a media room or home office, and has access to a side patio. The lower level bedroom offers a separate entrance from outside for additional flexibility. Fresh paint and new flooring throughout give the home a bright, updated feel while preserving its vintage character, including engineered European oak flooring in the main living areas and carpet in the secondary bedrooms. Numerous outdoor spaces on the expansive, landscaped lot include a patio in the front garden, a large deck off of the great room, plus two patios in the rear of the property, all inviting you to relax and soak in ocean breezes from this peaceful retreat. A one-car garage and large driveway provide coveted off-street parking for four to five vehicles. 769 Manzanita Drive offers that rare combination of character, views, and location, truly embodying the best of the Laguna Beach lifestyle.