26012 Portafino DR Mission Viejo, CA 92691

One of the finest homes in Mission Viejo, with spectacular panoramic views, a large private yard, and tons of amenities, this home has been lovingly maintained. The large living room with fireplace boasts built-in bookcases and a pretty bay window - perfect for displaying a grand piano or holiday tree! The wood-framed windows are elegant with leaded glass. The dining room features a dropped, coffered ceiling, and gorgeous leaded windows that flood the room with natural light and feature additional built-in storage below the windows. French doors lead to the beautifully landscaped back yard, spa and pool. White cabinets and stainless steel appliances grace the kitchen, which offers tons of storage and counter space. For ease of passing food and beverages to the outside, the kitchen windows open to an outside granite counter-perfect when entertaining al-fresco. You?ll love the extra-large family room, with a gas-log fireplace, and another set of French doors that lead out to the yard and pool area. A half-bathroom with storage options is nearby. The five bedrooms include one bedroom downstairs with a full bathroom and entry to the side yard. Four bedrooms and three full baths are upstairs. The master bedroom has its own fireplace and is exceptionally large, offering a spacious sitting/office area with amazing views, two oversized and professionally organized closets, dual vanity, and a huge soaking tub with a separate shower. The front yard embraces easy-to-care-for artificial turf that maintains its lush look year-round, decorative rocks, bright Bougainvillea, and ever-blooming roses. The back yard boasts functional and esthetically pleasing retaining walls which ensure that the property stays secure yet doesn?t hamper the city lights and mountain views. A well-designed drainage system provides peace of mind even in the heaviest downpours. The three-car garage has one bay with a temperature-controlled room. The roof, the gutters, the dual Carrier A/C compressors, and the fully paid solar panels are all less than two years old. Offered at $1,550,000 with five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a large pool, spa, and beautiful vistas - this is a house you will be proud to call home!