Home of the Day: A modern chateau in Laguna Hills

This modern spin on a French chateau rests behind an iron gate on nearly half an acre in Laguna Hills. Bright interiors offer subtle hints of Old World style with rich hardwood flooring, beamed ceilings and detailed stone fireplaces and mantels. Sequestered from the rest of the home, a dedicated master wing offers solitude with a step-down reading room, a fireplace and a private patio overlooking the landscaped grounds.

Location: 26492 Broken Bit Lane, Laguna Hills, 92653

Asking price: $2.58 million

Year built: 1981

House size: 6,623 square feet, five bedrooms, six bathrooms

Lot size: 0.47 acres

Features: Cathedral-vaulted ceilings, granite counters, built-ins, family room, formal entry, formal living room, loft, study/office, library, pool, spa, outdoor barbecue, patio, community facilities, equestrian center

About the area: There were 91 homes sold in the 92653 ZIP Code over the last 90 days at a median sale price of $660,000, according to Redfin. The median list price for the area is $799,000.

Agent: Mark Fitzpatrick, 800-829-5158, FItzpatrick + Prince Real Estate Group

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