Stunning Hamptons-style Home in Coveted Woods Cove
CarterKaufman:IntheTop1%of AgentsinCoastalOrangeCounty
Intimate market knowledge and creative marketing are keys to success
Ranked in the Top 1% of agents in Orange County by annual sales volume, Carter Kaufman has received accolades for his sales production both locally and regionally. In his first year as an agent, he was recognized by his brokerage as “Rookie of the Year” for being the region’s top producing first year agent out of 3,500 new agents. With over $500 Million in personal sales, Carter’s intimate market knowledge and ability to creatively advertise properties has allowed him to set countless sales records in Orange County and placed him
Experience beach living with ocean and Catalina views. Features include hardwood flooring, cathedral vaulted ceilings, oversized windows, and French doors. The main level is designed for entertaining and has a gourmet kitchen. The dining area opens up to the adjoining balcony, which also presents captivating sunset vistas. A spacious formal living room is connected to a cozy fireside den. There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms on the main level and a luxurious retreat on the top level with a walk-in closet and a fireplace. An en-suite bath, which boasts dual sinks and an oversized soaking tub. The lowest level offers an expansive and versatile space that can function as a family room, flex room, or second suite. The lower level also has a full bathroom, a spacious bonus room, and a convenient laundry room and a wet bar. The lower level opens up to a larger patio with easy access to beach.
Property: 2020 Ocean Way, Laguna Beach Offering Price: $8,695,000
Agents Info:
Jim Ardery, 949.887.3823
jim.ardery@compass.com
DRE# 00576041
shoulder-to-shoulder with agents who have been in the business for decades. Carter continues to raise the bar for himself and his clients and now acts as a mentor to new agents and frequently speaks on panels and real estate related podcasts.
Carter comes from a long line of Realtors and real estate investors in Orange County; as he would say, “It’s in my blood.” Carter has a passion for historical properties and their preservation in the community, as well as cutting-edge modern and contemporary homes. Carter’s sales
Geoff Dunlevie, 949.359.1804
geoff.dunlevie@compass.com
DRE# 01992989
experience and knowledge of markets spans all of Orange County.
Carter’s thoughtful approach to real estate centers around finding out his clients’ “why” and taking the
time to learn what motivates and inspires them. Through this process of discovery, he’s able to tailor a real estate experience that allows him to add value to a transaction and ensure longstanding client relationships and referrals to family and friends.
Carter spends his time away from real estate with his wife Stephanie, and their three daughters; Stella, Scarlett and Sabine who are twins. Carter also enjoys golfing and practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, where he holds the rank of purple belt.
“I think I’m successful because I look at real estate as an opportunity to connect the dots for people, and if there’s no dots to connect, I’ll go find them.”
Carter can be reached at 949.294.6411.
carter@carterkaufman.com
www.carterkaufman.com
Carter Kaufman
PRESERVING THE PAST
An Aubrey St. Clair home gets a refresh while maintaining historical features and adding an ADU in the same style.
By CLARA BEARD / PHOTOS BY BEN ELLER / STORY COURTESY OF LAGUNA BEACH MAGAZINE
When Oligino Laux Construction took on a historic home remodel on Crescent Bay Drive, the team went to great lengths to re-create unique architectural features in the trusses, millwork and moldings, which they duplicated in an accessory dwelling unit that the company added in the back—a nearreplica of the original home’s design.
Although the renovation was completed last year, the abode was originally designed by prominent Laguna Beach architect Aubrey St. Clair. The prolific architect designed Laguna Beach City Hall, the water district building, the Isch building—where
The Greeter’s Corner Restaurant operates— the Bette Davis house and several other waterfront homes and buildings in town.
Al Oligino and Michael Laux hope their accomplishment with the project can help set the standard for Laguna’s historic homeowners who also wish to build ADUs.
Construction of the remodel and ADU started in July 2021 and was finished in early 2023.
“When they hired us to do the remodel, we fixed up the main house,” Oligino says.
“And then [owner] Brad Engelland wanted us to make the ADU look like it was built at the same time as the house. With a house built in the ’30s, there will be some deficiencies and surprises. But building the ADU
The remodeled historic house, originally designed by the late architect Aubrey St. Clair, with many re-created architectural features
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LUXURY LIVING
Nestled within the charming community of Harbor View Hills South, this recently updated Corona del Mar home showcases coastal luxury on a sprawling 9,100 square foot lot. With modern finishes throughout, the home presents 5 bedrooms (1 down), 3.5 baths, and a generous 2,910 square feet of living space. Distinguished by its versatility and coveted location, this home features both formal and casual dining areas, complemented by traditional living and family rooms. These inviting spaces effortlessly blend indoor and outdoor living with the spacious backyard, creating an ideal setting for entertaining or simply unwinding with the family. A charming ground-floor office with built-ins provides the perfect cozy workspace, while the light-filled kitchen, adorned with pristine white cabinetry and a stylish breakfast bar, creates a warm setting for family meals and social gatherings. A convenient ground-floor bedroom and full bath offer flexibility and convenience, while the primary suite presents a breathtaking panorama of Catalina Island, the glistening Pacific Ocean, and Newport Harbor, accessible from a private balcony. The upper level of the home also hosts three additional bedrooms, one of which boasts captivating ocean views, providing resort-like comfort for family and guests alike. Best of all, the backyard is a paradise of its own, where endless opportunities for fun and family time await. This outdoor haven is perfect for hosting guests and countless activities, complete with a sparkling pool, soothing spa, captivating water feature, outdoor kitchen with barbecue, and lush grass lawn. With an ideal cul de sac location in Corona del Mar, this residence offers proximity to Fashion Island, renowned schools, and beautiful beaches, ensuring a lifestyle of unparalleled convenience and bliss.
JANELLE FILE
949.466.5661
janelle@thefilegroup.com
DRE 01952433
949.500.1807
brandon@thefilegroup.com DRE 02004301 BRANDON GOETHALS
back is basically ground-up new construction. So that went pretty smooth. The city was very helpful in coming out and getting inspections right away.”
The nautically themed home is now owned by Jon Stordahl and Engelland, an architect himself, who worked with Laguna Beach-based design and planning firm James Ward Henry to draw up the plans for the ADU.
“There were questions about what would be acceptable and what wouldn’t be, since we were one of the first ones working with the city and the ADU process,” Engelland says. “I did do the ADU design, but James Ward Henry actually did the drawings that went into the city for planning and for the construction drawings.”
Interestingly, the main home has a unique history that Engelland discovered when researching the structure’s past.
Built in 1933, the house’s first owners were Florence and Harold Turney. It changed hands multiple times and, at one point, was used as a women-only Hindu retreat house.
“I reached out and was able to communicate with them and talk to the reverend mother of the community,” Engelland says. “And she was talking about how they come … every weekend, spend the weekend here in Laguna, then go back to La Crescenta for religious purposes, but it was a retreat house. So that’s why we have a Hindu symbol in the gate. It was on a little gate the community had made when they owned it. And then, when we did the early remodel, we had them re-create it to keep the vibe of eclectic Laguna.”
—This story originally appeared in the Laguna Beach Independent, a sister publication of Laguna Beach Magazine.
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Home sales continue to outstrip supply and the Market Action Index has been moving higher for several weeks. This is a Seller’s market so watch for upward pricing pressure in the near future if the trend continues.
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