Orange County is the home to one of the most exclusive coastal neighborhoods in California. This community is Corona Del Mar (Spanish for Crown of the Sea a luxurious beach front community of about 13,000 residents}. Settling in this exquisite community began around the early 1920′s when the Corona Del Mar real estate market was opened to development by several southern California investors.

A peaceful city featuring splendid oceanfront properties both old and new as well as a state park, state beach and the breath taking Sherman Library and Gardens. The Gardens encompasses an entire city block featuring exotic flora as well as fountains, sculptures, flowers and hanging baskets. While the library features more then 15000 books and pamphlets on the Pacific southwest and Corona Del Mar history. Additional attractions in the Corona Del Mar real estate are galleries, fashion boutiques, specialty shops and fine dining.

Far from the hustle and bustle of the big cities, this peaceful upscale beach community features gorgeous ocean views and fine living. Homes in the area neighborhoods consist of Mediterranean style and beach cottages. The outskirts of Corona Del Mar real estate consists of homes that feature the gorgeous views of the cliffs over the Pacific Ocean. The newer planned neighborhoods in the Corona Del Mar real estate area of Harbor Hills, sport California style ranch homes with full oceanviews.

An added benefit of purchasing Corona Del Mar real estate is the many recreational opportunities offered at the Corona Del Mar State Beach and the Crystal Cove State Park. Crystal Cove is comprised of more than 2000 acres and nearly 4 miles of beaches. Swimming, surfing, horseback riding and hiking are all enjoyed in the park everyday. Crystal cove also has scuba diving at the underwater park, as well as sandy coves and tidepools. Reaching Crystal Cove is just a short hike over the hillside of Corona Del Mar.

Once you become a Corona Del Mar real estate owner, you can spend your days shopping the trendy boutiques, art galleries, antique shops or art studios. You may also find yourself enjoying lunch at the many fine restaurants. In addition several festivals are featured in town including the Corona Del Mar Scenic 5K in June, the Coastline Car Classic every September and of course the Annual Christmas Walk in December.

One of the most fabulous Corona Del Mar real estate homes is the Portabella Mansion, which was featured as one of the most expensive homes in America, at $75 million. Built in 2002, it features 8 bedrooms, 10 baths, 30000 sq. feet and stunning ocean views. Buy your dream mansion and show off your Corona Del Mar real estate purchase to friends and family by flying them in. 2 airports service the are, The John Wayne Airport a few minutes away. And the Los Angeles International Airport about 1 hour away. Become a prestigious member of the Corona Del Mar real estate club and enjoy fine living on the most fabulous beachfront community in the USA.