Property Attributes
- MLS#OC26130579
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOrange
- CitySan Juan Capistrano
- Area Ortega/Orange County
- NeighborhoodHunters Creek (HUC)
- Zip92675
- Style
- Year Built1993
- Price$ 7,480,000
- Bedrooms7
- Full Bathrooms7
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage7881
- Lot Size0.7231 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
There are homes that shelter, and then there are homes that transcend. Chateau Bella Notte, as seen on American Dream TV, is the latter. A name born of two worlds: Chateau, French for grand country estate, and Bella Notte, Italian for beautiful night. Together they define this breathtaking modern Mediterranean estate, fully renovated and reimagined with contemporary elegance, behind the private gates of Hunters Creek, San Juan Capistrano. Set on a private acre, this 7-bedroom, 7.5-bath masterpiece blends Old World romance with clean, modern design. From the moment you arrive, a grand Cour d'honneur welcomes guests with a sweeping circular drive, manicured landscaping, columned entry, and cascading fountain, all announcing that what lies beyond is extraordinary. Step through the dramatic double doors into a soaring marble foyer where a sculptural curved staircase rises beneath a breathtaking chandelier. This is not a home. This is an arrival. The chef's kitchen is appointed with all new professional-grade appliances, custom cabinetry, and a Cristallo island built for entertaining at the highest level. A whole-home water filtration system delivers pure water throughout the estate, while four brand new air conditioning units and solar keep every wing comfortable and efficient year-round. The dedicated bar room with Old World wine cellar, entertainer's wet bar, and fireplace sets the stage for unforgettable gatherings. The west wing offers a completely private mother-in-law suite, a contained retreat with separate living room, bedroom, and bath. The crown jewel is an 800 SF detached casita with kitchenette, cantina doors, brick ceiling, indoor BBQ system, and fireplace lounge for year-round entertaining. Step outside and into your private resort. A dramatic rock pool, spa, and 3 waterfalls anchor an expansive backyard oasis among the grounds of this amazing estate. Italian gardens, sculpted stone terraces, and cascading fountains transport you to the hillsides of Tuscany while the rolling hills of South Orange County surround you in complete privacy. And yet the world is right at your doorstep. Bike to Dana Point Harbor, stroll the new Riverwalk, or enjoy world-class dining and the Pacific Coast, all minutes away. A mansion fit for a modern king and duchess. Estates like this are not listed. They are revealed. Seller is offering a $100,000 buyer incentive, use it for a rate buydown, closing costs, or however best serves your move.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Listed $7,480,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 7881 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | PublicSewer |
| Heating | Fireplaces,NaturalGas,Solar,SeeRemarks |
| Cooling | CentralAir,Gas |
| Utilities | CableAvailable,CableConnected,NaturalGasAvailable,NaturalGasConnected,SewerAvailable,SeeRemarks,WaterAvailable |
| Roof | SpanishTile |
| Appliances | SixBurnerStove,BuiltInRange,Barbecue,Dishwasher,GasCooktop,Disposal,GasOven,GasRange,GasWaterHeater,IndoorGrill,Microwave,Refrigerator,RangeHood,SelfCleaningOven,WaterToRefrigerator,WaterHeater |
| HOA Fee | 350 |
| Garage Spaces | 4 |
| Pool Features | GasHeat,Heated,InGround,Pebble,Private,Waterfall |
| Security Features | SecurityGate,GatedCommunity |
| Year Built | 1993 |
| View | Neighborhood |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | SingleFamilyResidence |
| Community Features | Curbs,Sidewalks,Gated |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| County | Orange |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | MaintenanceGrounds,Trails |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | Hunters Creek (HUC) |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Full Baths | 7 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Take 5 to Ortega go East to La Novia Turn right to San Juan Creek than right to enter Hunters Creek |
| City | San Juan Capistrano |
| Disclosures | CovenantsRestrictionsDisclosure,HoaDisclosure,HomeWarranty |
| Association Name | Seabreeze |
| Entry Location | Front |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| High School District | Capistrano Unified |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| MLS Area | OR - Ortega/Orange County |
| Lot Size Units | SquareFeet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 31500 |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | UpdatedRemodeled |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.youtube.com/shorts/uwbGD-4jV6A |
| Structure Type | House |
| Living Area Units | SquareFeet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Year Built Source | PublicRecords |
| Tax Lot | 24 |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.youtube.com/shorts/uwbGD-4jV6A |
| Property Sub Type Additional | SingleFamilyResidence |
| PostalCity | SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | WetBar,BuiltInFeatures,Balcony,CeilingFans,CathedralCeilings,DryBar,HighCeilings,InLawFloorplan,OpenFloorplan,Pantry,RecessedLighting,Bar,AllBedroomsUp,EntranceFoyer,Loft,PrimarySuite,WineCellar,WalkInClosets |
|---|---|
| Flooring | SeeRemarks |
| Fireplace Features | FamilyRoom,GreatRoom,LivingRoom,Outside |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Common Walls | NoCommonWalls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | DoublePaneWindows,TintedWindows |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | WasherHookup,Inside,LaundryRoom,SeeRemarks,UpperLevel |
| Total Bedrooms | 7 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 8 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Barbecue,RainGutters |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Privacy,SeeRemarks |
| Parking Features | CircularDriveway,Private,SeeRemarks |
| Lot Features | ZeroToOneUnitAcre,CornerLot,DripIrrigationBubblers,FrontYard,SprinklersInRear,SprinklersInFront,Landscaped,SprinklersTimer,SprinklerSystem,Trees,Yard |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Lot Size Area | 31500 |
| Foundation Details | SeeRemarks |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.7231 |
| Private Pool | true |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Door Features | SlidingDoors |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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