31678 Seacliff Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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31678 Seacliff Drive,Laguna Beach, CA 92651
$5,495,000
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,931 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: danielle purcell
Office: team laguna inc949-464-1063
MLS#:LG25280311
Source:CRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$5,495,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$2,845.68
- Monthly HOA dues:$125
About this home
A Seacliff architectural masterpiece nearly oceanfront with deeded beach access, formerly owned by Charlie Chaplin. Four years in the making, this newly reconstructed historic Laguna Beach Craftsman cottage pays respectful homage to its original design while being thoughtfully reimagined with modern engineering, elevated materials, and coastal elegance.
Set on an elevated parcel within the Seacliff community adjacent to its oceanfront neighbor, the home enjoys rare commanding panoramic ocean views spanning from Palos Verdes Peninsula, across Catalina Island, and down to Three Arch Bay. Only an estimated three percent of ocean close Laguna Beach homes offer both up coast and down coast views from well within the interior.
Beyond a gated entry, a beautifully designed outdoor living space blends seamlessly with the interior, ideal for alfresco dining, morning coffee, or sunset cocktails overlooking the Pacific. With rare direct deeded access to Table Rock Beach just 30 feet from the front door via gated stairs, the ocean is truly at your feet, with sunsets and ocean views from nearly every room.
Garages are located at street level with main and upper living spaces above, each offering ocean views. While select original studs were preserved to retain grandfathered benefits, the home is otherwise newly constructed and modernized, including a new foundation, steel beams, and updated systems.
The main level features a spacious living room, dining area, and open concept chef’s kitchen with Bertazzoni appliances, Blanco sinks, and imported Dekton countertops, along with a walk in pantry, wine refrigerator, and hidden laundry. A generous guest suite with spa style bath, walk in closet, private patio access, and a powder room complete this level.
The upper level includes a second primary suite with en suite bath, a secondary living room with fireplace, wet bar, ocean facing balcony, an additional ocean view deck with a Jacuzzi.
Additional highlights include custom sapele mahogany woodwork, wide plank white oak floors, hand laid dry stack stonework, copper gutters, smart home automation, and a rare side by side three car garage wired for EVs with parking for up to six vehicles. Quiet cul de sac location with signalized access to PCH, minutes from Laguna Beach dining, beaches, and boutiques.
A rare legacy property where architectural history and coastal living converge....
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Home facts
- Year built:1940
- Listing ID #:LG25280311
- Added:432 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 21, 2026 at 10:47 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Stone, Tile, Wood
- Kitchen Description:Built In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Pantry, Range Hood
- Living area:1,931 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Central, Forced Air, High Efficiency, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt, Tile
- Year built:1940
- Building area:1,931 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.05 Acres
- Lot Features:Cul De Sac, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot, Street Level
- Architectural Style:Craftsman
- Construction Materials:Steel, Stone, Stone Veneer, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Deck, Enclosed, FrontPorch, Open, Patio, Porch, Wood
- Levels:2 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Available, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public Sewer, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$5,495,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$2,845.68
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Built In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Inside, Washer
- Amenities:Balcony, Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Carbon Monoxide (CO2) Detector, Cathedral Ceilings, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Gas Water Heater, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage, Tile Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
- Smart home:Yes
Parking
- Total parking spaces:5
- Parking description:Door-Multi, Door-Single, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Side By Side, Storage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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