Located at one of the highest points in Talega, San Clemente, this Miraleste home features big views of mountains, canyon, hills and ocean breezes coming up the valley from the famed "Trestles" surf area on one side. The east-facing 6,120 sqft lot, located on one of the best cul-de-sacs and view streets in all of Talega, (approximately 4 miles to ocean as the crow flies), has spacious grass areas, built-in BBQ island with granite countertops, fire-pit and water feature and plenty of room for a pool. Enjoy additional ocean breezes from the Avenida Pico valley that leads to North Beach approximately 5 miles away. For walking the dogs, hiking or mountain biking, you are conveniently located next to the Talega Regional Trail. Miraleste Neighborhood is on the lower tax bond side and easy and quick access to Avenida Pico or Vista Hermosa. 3,015 sqft includes light and bright finishes, in formal living and dining rooms, great room with fireplace, an open kitchen with additional dining area, upgraded stainless steel appliances, island with seating, granite countertops, custom tile backsplash, walk-in pantry and an open tech center with built-in desk. There is downstairs bedroom with hallway bath and views of backyard. The custom wrought iron staircase leads up to four bedrooms, (5th bedroom is used as an office by original owner). There is one hallway bath with two vanities, tub/shower. The expansive master suite has a large balcony with amazing eastern views and no homes behind. The office/retreat option with built-ins was chosen over a fifth bedroom. In the upgraded master bath there is granite tile, and beautiful tile backsplash with decorative pendants. There are two walk-in closets, a sit-down vanity, separate shower and soaking tub. Talega is home to 4 pools, 8 parks, 11 miles of open space trails, the Vista del Mar K-8 school, shopping center, restaurants, golf course, driving range sport fields and has convenient access to the I-5, Vista Hermosa Sports Park, Outlet Stores, downtown San Clemente, beaches, Trestles famous surf spot and Pier. Amazing location! Lower Tax Bond side of Talega...come live it... Life is Good in Talega!