Tom Bashe is an associate broker at Coldwell Banker Residential, a full service Real Estate Brokerage specializing in Residential Real Estate Sales in Southern California. He began his career in real estate prior to graduating high school and was a licensed real estate agent before he received his high school diploma. In 2006, at the ripe old age of 21, Tom became one of the youngest Real Estate Brokers in the industry. In the 11 years since, his team has successfully sold hundreds of properties ranging in price from just over $50,000 to just under $5,000,000. He specializes in selling Single Family dwellings, condos, townhomes, multifamily dwellings, land and estates.
Situated in luxurious gated community Castaways near world class private and public schools. This exclusive neighborhood of Newport's Elite includes added twenty-four hour guard and local security. Coveted location with just 100 homes in community on the Newport bluff, near Newport piers, and shopping centers. This Cape Cod style home includes: pool/spa, fire pit, BBQ, double oven, 6 burner stove, ideal for entertaining or family gatherings, spacious back patio w/ heater, spa, saltwater pool & waterfall. ZERO expense spared on upgrades and furnishings. Open design with Dutch style front door, Brazilian cherry hardwood flooring, crown moldings lining the ceilings, and a first floor bedroom with its own entrance and own bathroom. Located close to Fashion Island and exclusive Castaways Park trails. Plenty of parking with driveway, 2-car garage, and separate 1 car garage.
This home’s premium front-row position in the Castaways — the best view position in this sought-after Newport Beach community — delivers the most incredible panoramic views, stretching from the Back Bay to the Main Channel, from Newport Harbor to city lights, and from Fashion Island to the ocean. Recently updated in a clean, coastal-meets-transitional style with high-quality finishes and amenities, this luxurious +/- 4,128 s.f. home encompasses 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, with spectacular views from the master suite, all entertaining areas and the spacious bluff-front yard. Highlights include a beautiful chef’s kitchen with adjoining breakfast room and family room, formal living and dining rooms, library/office and a lovely master suite with view balcony, spa bath and large dressing room. The grounds also include a jacuzzi spa with views, fire pit, built-in BBQ, bar + covered patio. In addition to offering direct access to walking and biking trails, the guard-gated Castaways also is one of the region’s best purchase opportunities, with many new builds and renovations driving desirability and value. Enjoy the best of Newport Beach from this ideal location close to parks, award-winning schools, premium shopping and dining, the bay and beach and much more.
Located in the exclusive guard gated community of The Castaways, this expanded Plan 2 model boasts 5 bedrooms plus office, 4.5 bathrooms, and features high end finishes with no expense spared. The main level features an open floorplan that boasts solid hardwood floors, main level bedroom with en suite bathroom, dining room, and a gourmet kitchen complete with chef’s quality appliances such as Sub Zero, Wolf, and Thermador. The living room features a stunning fireplace and custom la cantina doors that lead to the private back yard that has been beautifully designed by the famous Dale Waldo and completed by MDM landscapers. The backyard features a one of kind jacuzzi, complete with multiple therapy settings, built in BBQ area, fireplace, and covered patio with built in heaters. Upstairs features three bedrooms, an office, and the Master retreat with hardwood flooring, custom built ins, spa like master bathroom, and large walk in closet with built in closet organizers. Other features include new HVAC, plantation shutters, Barclay Butera wallpaper, epoxy coated three car garage, and a recently painted interior. This home is ideally located with close proximity to world class beaches, top rated schools and some of the best restaurants around.
The Castaways is a charming guard gated neighborhood that reflects a Cape Cod style architecture in Newport Beach, California. Located in the Upper Newport Bay area, this community overlooks the Back Bay region with spectacular views.
The Castaways was built in the late 1990s by Taylor Woodrow and has a total of 119 homes. This neighborhood features three to five bedroom houmes that range between 4,000 and 4,400 square feet. Some homes have panoramic views of city lights, the Pacific Ocean, Newport Harbor, and Back Bay.
Families thrive in this community with highly ranked facilities like Newport High School, Horace Ensign Intermediate, and Mariners Elementary School; all are provided by the Newport Mesa Unified School District. Parents can also choose one of several private schools such as Carden Hall, Our Lady Queen of Angels, Sage Hill, St. Andrews Presbyterian Preschool, and Newport Christian School. And UC Irvine is in the Newport Beach region.
Residents enjoy being close to many modern conveniences as well as the fun activities and events of the region. Freeway access is nearby as well as the John Wayne/Orange County Airport. Fashion Island features an upscale open air shopping experience with shops like Brooks Brothers, Whole Foods Market, and Modern Romance. Residents can also enjoy many restaurants, shops, and movie theaters throughout the area.
This region is famous for its seafood restaurants and beautiful beaches where you can swim, fish, boat and even jet ski. You can enjoy whale watching, rent an inflatable adventure boat, or go parasailing. The Upper Newport Bay offers hiking and exploring as well as bird watching with many species, including endangered ones, making stops in this region. The ecological reserve has 757 acres of mudflats, salt marsh, and marine habitats. Many types of mammals, insects, reptiles, insects, and amphibians live in and visit this area.
2985 Bear Street, Building A, Building ACosta Mesa, CA 92626-4300
(714) 424-5000
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(714) 966-4000
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(714) 979-1955
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(714) 557-7002
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