This magnificent French-inspired custom residence in Shady Canyon showcases uncompromising quality on a desirable, nearly one-acre private lot with beautiful hillside views. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac street, the estate offers approximately 8,233 sq ft with 5 bedrooms and 5 and 2-half baths. The residence's European interiors create an elegant yet casual space to relax or entertain, with soaring ceilings and large, expansive rooms which seamlessly flow to the inviting and private exterior spaces. The expansive grounds offer a fabulous refuge for year-round entertaining with a large sparkling pool and spa, covered cabana with fireplace, sheltered dining areas, sprawling lawn, barbecue station, and pristine rolling hillside views. High quality finishes and modern amenities abound from custom lighting, stone and woodwork throughout the wonderful layout featuring an expansive kitchen with professional grade appliances with adjacent family room, bar, wine room, office, and of course the grand formal spaces- living and dining rooms. Shady Canyon offers two guard-gates, a private golf course and country club, hiking and biking trails, and award-winning Irvine Unified schools.