There's no mystery to San Clemente's appeal for homeowners, whether they're seeking a primary residence or a second or third home away from home. The lifestyle is a never boring brand of bucolic. All of your necessities and indulgent splurges are within 20 minutes.
Architectural aficionados will appreciate the prevailing Spanish influence throughout the city. Others will relish the prevalence of homes perched upon bluffs overlooking the Pacific, with endless views extending from California's northern horizon to where it disappears in the south. In between Catalina Island and wave after soothing ocean wave.
San Clemente's premier neighborhoods feature easy beach access and walkability to town. Some homes are oceanfront, and some offer panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. There are some great gated private communities as well.
This is the most desired area in South Orange County; there are excellent schools and activities for families. It's a place you can surf or sunbathe and hike, bike, or even ride horseback, among many other outdoor pursuits. It's not pretentious and feels more like a hometown that happens to be in a fabulous location—a very Californian lifestyle.