North Tustin's Crown Jewel – A Private Hilltop Estate with Panoramic Catalina & OC Views! Perched at the summit of North Tustin’s prestigious Rocking Horse Ridge, this custom-built estate is the epitome of privacy, luxury, and panoramic beauty. This exclusive gated estate is located in a guard-gated community. Discover a breathtaking sanctuary where sweeping views span from Catalina Island across the entirety of Orange County. Encompassing a total estimated 10,000 square feet across two distinct buildings—an approximate 9,000 square foot, three-level main residence and a 1,200 square foot guest house above a 6-car garage—this estate offers a rare combination of expansive living space, architectural elegance, and thoughtful design. The layout provides ample room for large families, multigenerational living, or extended-stay guests. Set on a generous 1.3 acres, the main home is filled with soaring ceilings and walls of glass that flood each space with natural light. Every main living area connects seamlessly to the outdoors—through wraparound balconies, private decks, or lush gardens—ensuring the stunning views are always on display. Designed for both grand entertaining and refined everyday living, the gourmet chef’s kitchen opens directly to the spacious family room. The home also features two luxurious primary suites (one on the main floor), three ensuite secondary bedrooms, a custom study, loft play area, bonus room with entertainer’s bar, home theatre, and pool room. Wellness and relaxation are central to the lower level, where a private gym is complemented by its own sauna and dedicated full bath. A private elevator connects all levels of the home, and a 6-car garage offers an ideal setup for car collectors and enthusiasts. The separate guesthouse provides ultimate flexibility, with two additional bedrooms, a bath, and its own living space—perfect for hosting guests or accommodating extended family. Step outside to enjoy a true resort experience with a sparkling pool and spa, built-in BBQ area, and professionally landscaped grounds that invite both intimate gatherings and large-scale entertaining. Located within the amenity-rich Rocking Horse Ridge community—offering greenbelts, a clubhouse, pool, spa, tennis courts, and more—and zoned for the highly acclaimed Tustin Unified School District, this home represents the pinnacle of Southern California living. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live above it all!
Total Floor Area:
10,000 sq. ft.929 m2
Structure Type:
House
Property Sub Type:
Single Family Residence
Property Attached:
No
Lot Area:
1.3 acre(s)0.52 hectare(s)
Bedrooms:
8
(Main level: 1)
# Main Level Bathrooms:
2
# Main Level Bedrooms:
1
Full Bathrooms:
7
Three Quarter Bathrooms:
1
Half Bathrooms:
2
Bathrooms:
10.0
(Full:7, Half:2)
Year built:
1997
(Age: 28)
General Listing Location:
North Tustin, NTS - North Tustin
County Or Parish:
Orange
Common Interest:
None
Association Fee:
$0
Land Lease:
No
Tax Lot:
1
Rocking Horse Ridge off Newport Avenue, drive through front gate
Elementary School:
Arroyo
Middle Or Junior School:
Hewes
High School:
Foothill
High School District:
Tustin Unified
Floor
Type
Size
Other
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Primary Bedroom
Measurements not available
Main Level Primary
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Guest Quarters
Measurements not available
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Library
Measurements not available
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Kitchen
Measurements not available
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Family Room
Measurements not available
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Laundry
Measurements not available
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Exercise Room
Measurements not available
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Living Room
Measurements not available
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Bonus Room
Measurements not available
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Bedroom
Measurements not available
Bedroom on Main Level
View:
City Lights, Coastline, Hills, Landmark, Ocean, Panoramic
Accessibility Features:
Parking
Other Structures:
Guest House Detached
Lease Considered:
No
Community Features:
Biking, Hiking, Horse Trails, Park, Preserve/Public Land, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated
Senior Community:
No
Interior Features:
Built-in Features, Balcony, Elevator, High Ceilings, Pantry, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Horse Amenities:
Riding Trail
Laundry Features:
Laundry Room
Pool Features:
Private, Association
Private Pool:
Yes
Lot Features:
Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Paved, Sprinkler System, Walkstreet
Fireplace Features:
Bonus Room, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Security Features:
Gated with Guard, Gated Community, Gated with Attendant
Association Amenities:
Playground, Pool, Guard, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
Levels:
Three Or More
Num Stories:
3
Entry Level:
1
Entry Location:
1
New Constr.:
No
Common Walls:
No Common Walls
# Units:
2
Heating:
Central
Fireplace:
Yes
Cooling:
Central Air
Water supply:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Attached Garage:
No
Garage Spaces:
6
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Circular Driveway, Concrete, Community Structure
Special Listing Conditions:
Standard
Parcel Number:
50372116
Discover the privacy of Cowan Heights in North Tustin!
Gated Estate within guard gated community
1.3 acre parcel, the luxury of land!
Easy 10 mile commute to John Wayne airport
17 miles to Newport Beach at 1/3 the price!
Landmark Estate in Central Orange County
1,200 sq. ft. guest house atop 6 car garage to left of main home
Tranquility surrounds the estate.
Circular driveway and easy street parking for guests and convenience.
Main house with guest house over detached garage, steps on left side lead to attached main floor, secondary primary bedroom
Balcony from main level adjacent to entertaining spaces
expansive balcony and views, overlooking pool area
Enlarge this photo and see the building of Fashion Island 16 miles away, an easy commute.
panoramic hills and Catalina views
Catalina views at dusk
additional parking and access to 6 car garage, plus enclosed storage, each side of elevated guest house has stairs, one interior and one exterior stairs
Breath taking views from entry and living room with walls of glass and dual doors to view balcony
Reverse angle living room
Kitchen opens to one of two family rooms
Dining room adjacent to kitchen
The lounge/tea room with bar area and fireplace is located adjacent to living room
Main floor family room, off kitchen
Reverse angle family room off kitchen, with built-in bar
Master Bath suite with double doors leading to large walk-in closet
master bathroom tub
Master bedroom shower with multiple spray jets and plumbed for steam shower.
Elevator off entry connects to all levels
Main floor guest room also works as a secondary primary, oversized room with separate entrance and attached to home
Downstairs bonus room opens to pool area with entertainer's bar, leads to gym area and bath with sauna and steamer
reverse ange downstairs family room
Downstairs bath services pool and gym area, includes sauna and steam shower.
Home Movie Theater located adjacent to game room with elevating seating
Virtual stage of game room is adjacent to Home theater and bonus room
6 car garage with storage room, both sides of building have stairs, this side are exterior and interior stairs on the far end of this photo.
Guest house living space, separate bedroom not shown
reverse angle guest house living space
Gated entry to this spectacular estate in guard gated community
View from downstairs family room patio
views from upstairs balcony
Reverse angle view from upstairs balcongy
Enlarge this day photo, Fashion Island buildings on left side of photo and Newport Beach are 16 miles to the sand, Orange County, John Wayne airport is 10 mile commute.
There is additional yard space within the fence line of this photo that could be converted to grass area or RV storage.