Sited within the guard-gated community of Monarch Beach's Emerald Ridge, this Cape Cod-style residence offers panoramic views of Catalina Island and the Pacific as well as an ideal setting for entertaining, indoors and out. This property features elegant interiors, a functional floor plan, and numerous updates. Elevated from the street, the living area showcases the spectacular ocean vistas framed by oversized windows and French doors leading to the front balcony. The show-stopping kitchen checks every box, with dual waterfall-edge islands and a suite of premium Miele appliances, including an oversized range and a built-in coffee maker. The adjacent ocean-view dining room opens to a balcony with a secondary, al fresco eating area. The elegant coastal elements continue into the Pacific-facing primary suite, boasting a fireplace, dramatic ceiling height, and a remodeled bath with floating dual vanities. A secondary suite is private and ideal for visitors. The downstairs bedrooms are ample in size, and the home office of this residence can efficiently serve many functions, including doubling as additional sleeping quarters. The resort-style backyard features multiple areas for year-round enjoyment, from the saltwater pool and spa to a bar top, and a stone-clad fireplace with built-in seating. The complete outdoor kitchen includes a BBQ, teppanyaki grill, a sink, and an ice maker, ensuring effortless entertaining. A three-car garage with custom Moduline cabinetry and epoxy flooring completes this updated residence. A Tesla Solar Panels and Storage System, Velux motorized skylights with rain sensors, Milgard energy efficient windows, whole-house Sonos/Sonance audio and video system, automatic sunshades on water-facing windows, fire-resistant construction elements, and stone flooring in the main living areas for easy beach living are some of the additional highlights of this home. Bordering Laguna Beach and Dana Point, the location of this coastal retreat offers proximity to world-class resorts, golf courses, beaches, and major highways.