Strand

The Strand, an exclusive beachfront neighborhood located in the coastal city of Dana Point, California, represents the pinnacle of luxury coastal living. Situated along the prestigious Pacific Coast Highway, this extraordinary community offers an unparalleled blend of privacy, serenity, and breathtaking oceanfront views.

The Strand is renowned for its collection of magnificent custom-built homes, each meticulously designed to embrace the beauty of its surroundings. These exquisite residences showcase exquisite architectural details, opulent finishes, and expansive living spaces that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living. With direct beach access and panoramic vistas of the sparkling Pacific Ocean, residents of The Strand enjoy a front-row seat to the beauty of the Southern California coastline.

Living in The Strand offers residents an exclusive coastal lifestyle, complete with a private and gated community. Impeccably manicured streets and sidewalks create an inviting ambiance, while the community's pristine beachfront location provides endless opportunities for sun-soaked days and picturesque sunsets. Residents can savor the luxury of having their own private oasis steps away from the sand and surf.

In addition to its breathtaking beachfront setting, The Strand is conveniently located near world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Nearby Dana Point Harbor offers a marina, yacht clubs, and a vibrant waterfront scene. Residents can explore charming boutiques, indulge in waterfront dining experiences, or embark on a memorable boating excursion. The community's prime location also provides easy access to renowned golf courses, hiking trails, and coastal parks, ensuring a plethora of outdoor activities for residents to enjoy.

Families residing in The Strand have access to excellent educational institutions, including highly regarded schools such as R.H. Dana Elementary School and Dana Hills High School. The neighborhood's close-knit community, combined with its proximity to recreational facilities and parks, creates an idyllic environment for children to thrive.

Living in The Strand is a dream come true for those seeking the epitome of coastal luxury. With its exclusive beachfront location, breathtaking homes, and proximity to world-class amenities, The Strand offers a rare opportunity to embrace a truly exceptional coastal lifestyle in Dana Point, California.

$59,995,000

5 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ NP26116962 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Commanding a front-row, end-of-cul-de-sac location within the guard-gated enclave of The Strand at Headlands, this custom estate presents an extraordinary beachfront setting with approx. 104 feet of ocean frontage—among the widest on the Orange County coast. Every major living space captures Pacific, coastline, white-water, and sunset views, enhanced by an adjacent city easement that expands the site’s footprint, adds privacy, and opens view corridors across roughly 60 feet of additional frontage. Designed by architect Mark Radford, the approximately 11,169-square-foot residence is conceived around a dramatic curved architectural wall that guides movement and sightlines toward the ocean, gradually revealing the home’s volume and connection to the Pacific. Spanning three elevator-served levels, the estate offers 5 bedrooms, including one used as a study, an ocean-front office, 6 full and 2 powder baths. Walls of glass, pocketing doors, soaring ceilings, imported materials, and designer lighting amplify its refinement. The main level centers around a beautifully appointed great room, dining area, and chef-caliber kitchen framing uninterrupted coastal views. The primary suite offers a serene retreat with boutique-style wardrobe, spa-inspired bath, and ocean-view terrace. The lower level is equally impressive, offering a media room and bar, billiards lounge, dance studio, gym, sauna, guest accommodations, and a striking wine room with backlit semi-precious White Quartz. Notably, the home was designed with a deep daylight basement concept, allowing exceptional ceiling heights across all three levels. Outdoor living rivals a private resort with a pool and spa, sun deck, fire feature, outdoor kitchen, oceanfront terraces, and a putting green that takes advantage of the adjacent easement. Modern convenience is integrated via Crestron home automation, with lighting, climate, shades, security, pool, and audio/visual controls. Additional highlights include Lutron lighting, indoor and outdoor audio, exterior surveillance cameras, solar panels, battery backup, a 4-car garage and separate golf cart space. Residents enjoy The Strand’s private 9,000-SF beach club, pool, spa, fitness center, direct beach access, and nearby 70 acres of preserved open space and coastal trails. A residence of this architectural significance, privacy, and frontage is exceedingly rare - an irreplaceable coastal estate within one of Southern California’s most coveted oceanfront communities.

55 Strand Beach Drive, Dana Point

$25,900,000

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ OC26117043 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Welcome to a Masterpiece of Coastal Elegance in the Prestigious Strand at Headlands, Dana Point designed by the renowned architect C.J. Light. Perched majestically above the golden sands and glistening waters of Southern California’s most coveted shoreline, this extraordinary oceanfront estate is the pinnacle of luxury coastal living. Located within the exclusive guard-gated enclave of The Strand, this architectural triumph offers a breathtaking fusion of contemporary sophistication and timeless seaside beauty. Spanning 6,596 square feet of meticulously crafted living space, this residence is a true sanctuary of refinement and tranquility. Featuring four opulent en-suite bedrooms on the upper level — including two lavish master retreats with panoramic ocean vistas, spa-inspired baths, and bespoke walk-in closets — the home is designed to indulge the senses. A versatile office or fifth bedroom with full bath graces the main level, along with a powder room tailored for guest convenience.The heart of the home is a grand open-concept living space where walls of glass invite in sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and bathe the interiors in natural light. The chef’s kitchen is a culinary dream, adorned with top-tier appliances, custom cabinetry, and dual oversized islands ideal for both intimate gatherings and grand-scale entertaining. Seamlessly connected to elegant living and dining areas, the space flows effortlessly onto expansive outdoor terraces, blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living. Step into your private coastal haven — a meticulously landscaped backyard oasis featuring a shimmering pool and spa, multiple lounging and dining areas, and unobstructed sunset views of the Pacific Ocean. Set on a rare 10,934 square foot lot, this estate also includes a spacious three-car garage, offering ample room for vehicles. As a resident of The Strand, you will enjoy access to world-class community amenities including a private beach club, fitness center, and coastal trails — all in a setting defined by elegance, privacy, and prestige. This is not merely a home. It is a lifestyle. A statement. A rare opportunity to claim one of Southern California’s most exclusive addresses. Welcome to your coastal sanctuary — where the sea meets serenity in grand, unforgettable fashion.

17 Strand Beach Drive, Dana Point

$19,900,000

6 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ LG26054996 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Behind the exclusive guard-gated enclave of The Strand at Headlands, this alluring contemporary residence epitomizes the pinnacle of luxury beachside living. Conceived by renowned architect, Horst Noppenberger, this property was custom built and tailored to enjoy the most awe-inspiring panoramic ocean and Catalina views. Spanning over 6,300 square feet of interior space, steel frames allow for fewer walls and large floor to ceiling windows, embracing an open-concept layout throughout. Upon entering, you are greeted by a dramatic entrance of stone walls and an alluring courtyard of ponds and fountains that overflow into the backyard pool and spa. With ample space across three levels, this home boasts 2 primary suites, 4 guest bedrooms, including an office equipped with a Murphy bed, and a secondary living room with its own private entrance. The gourmet kitchen offers minimalist features of sleek cabinetry, dual sinks, and butler's pantry of two Bosch dishwashers, 3 Sub Zero refrigerators, Wolf ovens, 2 wine refrigerators, and a generous size island for entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen is the living room and dining room, which are complemented by the stone fireplace, neutral tones, and glass sliding doors that open up to the expansive deck overlooking the backyard, built-in BBQ, and several other seating areas to take in the mesmerizing sunsets. The exquisite primary suite showcases the most splendid views in the house, boasting a generous wrap-around deck complete with an outdoor fireplace. Moreover, it offers convenient amenities such as a mini bar featuring a sink and fridge, alongside a luxurious bathroom and a spacious walk-in closet. Fully equipped with an elevator, security system, subterranean parking, and state-of-the-art smart home technology (featuring Lutron, Sonos, and Nest systems), this estate offers every modern convenience imaginable. Further enhancing its appeal are accommodations for up to four cars in the garage plus a separate garage with two golf carts; outdoor fire pits and ceiling heaters; a community clubhouse offering a pool, spa, gym, recreation room; and direct access to The Strand Beach.

43 Beach View, Dana Point

$25,900,000

6 Beds ⋅ 9 Baths ⋅ OC24061229 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Be the first to experience the joys of living, entertaining and relaxing at this modern ocean-view masterpiece behind the guarded entry gates of The Strand at Headlands in Dana Point. Under construction and scheduled for completion in 2026, the light-filled custom residence presents a prized second-row location that affords stunning Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, sunset and beach views from four levels, which include a rooftop patio with kitchen and open-air fireplace. A testament to sophisticated modern architecture showcasing the talents of Geoff Sumich Design, Tiffany Harris Design and built by Genova Construction, the exceptionally designed home will welcome all with a phenomenal foyer centered around a floating circular staircase that accesses all levels. An elevator is also featured, and high-end natural stone and wood finishes, custom-caliber lighting and plumbing fixtures, and wide open proportions combine to create a refined living environment. Approximately 8,237 square feet, the generous floorplan includes six ensuite bedrooms, an ensuite office, seven full baths and two half baths. The main entry level showcases an open design with a dining room, massive living room with high ceiling, a fully appointed island kitchen and a secondary butler’s pantry/catering kitchen. This entire space opens to an ocean-view deck via slideaway glass doors. Bedrooms are located on the third floor, complete with a luxurious primary suite that will reveal an entry vestibule with coffee bar, an ocean-view deck, sitting area, walk-in closet, soaking tub, separate shower and two vanities. Play, refresh and reinvigorate on the lowest level, which hosts a gym with bath, a walk-in bar, play/media room, and an after-swim changing room. Slideaway glass doors open to a terraced ocean-view backyard with pool and spa. Additional highlights will include a three-car garage, golf cart garage, two laundry rooms, and rooftop planters. The Strand at Headlands is one of the most coveted oceanfront communities in California and offers more than one mile of coastline, 70 acres of parks, scenic trails, a beach club and easy access to resorts, shops, restaurants and outstanding schools.

11 Beach View Ave, Dana Point

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