27
$125,000,000
12 Bed
17 Bath
47,044
137.64 Acre Lot

24331 Coto De Caza Drive, Coto De Caza, California 92679

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  • Residential Property Type
  • 47,044 Square Footage
  • Garage Cars Garage
  • 1986 Year Built
Property Description

The Lyon Estate is a once-in-a-generation compound spanning 137 acres within Orange County’s prestigious, private and gated community of Coto de Caza. Built in 1986 by US Air Force Reserve Commander and real estate magnate Major General William Lyon and his wife Willa Dean Lyon, this stately 21,000 sqft Georgian. The estate has welcomed many distinguished guests, including President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan. This property commands breathtaking mountain views, balancing romantic, classical architecture with coastal California splendor. The Lyon Estate’s 3 level main residence encompasses 8 bedrooms, 11 baths and boasts meticulous design details at every turn, from its coffered wood ceilings and intricate crown moldings, to its ornate light fixtures, and walls of windows that frame gorgeous views of the grounds and views beyond. The long list of world-class features and amenities includes a private helipad, comprehensive equestrian facilities with a 10 stall barn and riding arena, a championship tennis court, a brick-clad lower-level wine cellar, and a playhouse outfitted with electricity and a TV. Three additional onsite guest houses provide ample space for hosting. One includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and a full kitchen, while the other 2 offer a single bedroom and a kitchenette. Manicured grounds present enchanting Italian villa-like gardens and seating areas alongside a resort-style pool, spa and a standalone pool house, which is complete with a dry sauna and dual bathrooms, each featuring changing rooms. A remarkable 23,679 sqft car museum comfortably accommodates 70 vehicles with a professional auto shop, recessed turntable, and wash station. Additional onsite amenities include two lakes used for irrigation, a scenic pond, a greenhouse, and 41 acres comprising 4,500 Valencia and Navel Orange trees orchards, which took root more than 30 years ago. The Lyon Estate presents dual, equally exciting opportunities: An incomparable residence with its full complement of facilities and, on the southern end of the property an approved, 64 acre development for 25 homes in a new gated enclave. Experience privacy and serenity with convenient access to Coto de Caza’s members-only amenities and 2 golf courses, while enjoying proximity to Laguna Beach, Newport Coast, and the best of Orange County coastal living amidst exceptionally curated beauty and turn the page in a storied legacy. The Lyon Estate awaits its next chapter—and it’s yours to write.

Basic Details
Residential
For Sale
OC25090289
$125,000,000
Hills, Valley, Trees/Woods
12
17
3
47,044
1986
137.64 Acre
Active
14
Single Family Residence
Features
: Private, In Ground, Waterfall, Diving Board
: Central, Fireplace(s)
: Central Air
: Finished
: Wood
: Living Room, Gas, Primary Bedroom, Outside, Dining Room, Great Room, Kitchen
: Open, Covered, Patio, Brick
: Garage, Direct Access, Oversized, Circular Driveway, Workshop in Garage, See Remarks
: Traditional, Georgian, Colonial
: Barbecue
: Carpet, Wood, Stone
: Primary Suite, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Breakfast Area, Dumbwaiter, Elevator, Multiple Staircases, Bar, Dressing Area, Wine Cellar, Workshop, Beamed Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer
: Inside, Laundry Room, Laundry Chute
1
: Sewer Tap Paid
: Water Connected, Cable Connected
: Lake, Pond
: Bay Window(s), Stained Glass
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Appliances
: Refrigerator, Barbecue
Address Map
CA
Orange
Coto De Caza
Orange
92679
Coto de Caza
24331
Drive
Oso Parkway, Left on Coto de Caza Dr
CC - Coto De Caza
Neighborhood
Capistrano Unified
Additional Information
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Trail(s)
1
: Curbs, Gated
1
75.0
: Three Or More
: Garden, Landscaped, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Horse Property, Pasture
5
2025-05-30
3
: Public
Broker/Agent Information
Douglas Elliman of California
Joshua Altman
Financial
353.0
Monthly
1
Listing Information
Mauricio Umansky
CLW-X18341
CLW-X79013
The Agency
OCALTJOSH
OC08142
Cash,Cash to New Loan
Active
2025-05-31T16:09:03Z
CRMLS
: Standard, Trust
2025-05-30T11:54:04Z
Agent info
Ray Millman
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ray@millmanteam.com 310.375.1069