11611 Plantero Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92705

This breathtaking Montecito style estate with unparalleled craftsmanship set on 1.2 acres of grounds is offered for the first time since it was meticulously constructed. Only a handful of properties in Lemon Heights have been landscaped to such a degree with natural stone covering expanses of terraced grounds, vine covered patios warmed by a stone fireplace, a lighted tennis court, pebbled pool & spa, mature live oaks, putting green, an orchard of sweet smelling citrus and avocado trees. The main house is a sprawling ranch with 5355 square feet on one level. Both elegant and rustic, rough sawn ceilings & walls of glass marry the interior with the exterior seamlessly. Rarely seen finishes of hand-hewn parquet flooring & rough-sawn ceilings along with walls & walls of glass from which to enjoy views of the luxe hotel-like grounds only begin to define the elegance & investment that went into creating this stand-alone property. Inviting spaces include grand entry & foyer, enormous living room with fireplace, beamed ceiling & walls of glass. An adjacent library is warmed by a brick fireplace & offers bookcases & a wet bar. Curated iron chandelier & sconces adorn the formal dining room along w/ paneled walls, built-in china storage & a courtyard w/ fountain. A fabulous family room & pub-style game room are complete with vintage pool table, full bar & stunning fireplace and naturally flow into the breakfast room w/ unobscured views of the resplendent grounds. Sage-colored stone counters, furniture quality cabinetry and vaulted ceiling w/ skylights highlight the kitchen which includes a center island, gas cooktop, dual ovens, oversized Subzero refrigerator/freezer and desk. Four spacious ensuite bedrooms include the primary suite encircled in glass, oodles of closet space, dressing room vanity & luxury bath where TV can be enjoyed from the spa tub. Two of the additional bedroom suites are fit for royalty while the 4th has a private entrance & walls of built-ins perfect for a teen room or live in help. Plus laundry/ craft room, dog washing station, powder bath, storage room, new HVAC, water heaters, attic insulation. A rare-find, the quintessential Guest House (463 SF) is complete with a gorgeous bedroom w/ beamed ceiling, bath & sitting room. The 3 car garage is accessed though electronic gates w/ loads of room for additional cars. This exceptionally special property is on the market for the very first time since it was meticulously built and lovingly maintained.