Turtle Rock Nature Center is in the San Joaquin Hills in the city of Irvine. The center provides environmental classes, information, and a wildlife refuge for the surrounding community. This five-acre reserve has an outdoor classroom where participants and visitors learn about and how to protect the natural environment. Visitors can explore the nature center at their leisure, take a self-guided trail walk, explore the native plant garden, or try the labyrinth during open hours. Turtle Rock Nature Center is located at 1 Sunnyhill Drive. The nature center is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm and 9am to 4pm on Saturday. For more information about the Turtle Rock Nature Center, see their website at: https://www.cityofirvine.org/parks-facilities/turtle-rock-nature-center.
Pelican Hill is part of the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach. Pelican Hill is made-up of five luxury developments which surround The Pelican Hill Resort, Spa and Golf Courses. Located at 10 Fair Harbor, this 7,300 square foot home is part of the Pelican Hill development. This five-bedroom, seven-bathroom home was built in 2000, the home and property have recently been renovated. Attention to detail can be seen in the limestone fireplace, custom millwork, and honed stone flooring. The chef’s kitchen features Thermador and Sub-Zero appliances. There are beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, golf course, city night lights and gorgeous sunsets. This home sits on a large 21,600 square foot piece of property, with a cul-de-sac setting. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a swimming pool, spa, built-in barbeque, outdoor dining area and fenced in yard. Pelican Hill is a 24-hour guard gated community with 140 custom built homes.
Shady Canyon is a group of three luxury developments in the Turtle Rock Village in the city of Irvine. Shady Canyon is bordered by the Quail Hill development, Bommer Canyon, and the James Irvine Retreat. Located at 76 Golden Eagle, this 12,900 square foot home is part of the Shady Canyon Custom Community. This seven-bedroom, twelve-bathroom home was built in 2007, by architect David Hohmann and built by Fari International and Tony Valentine Construction. The estate features an award-winning home theater, billiards, and poker room and a 1,000 bottle wine cellar. The gourmet kitchen features Naica quartzite countertops, a custom mosaic tile backsplash and opens onto a catering kitchen. There is elevator access to all levels. There are views of the golf course, surrounding canyons and hills and city night lights. This home sits on a very large 37,800 square foot piece of property, within walking distance to the clubhouse. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a resort-style swimming pool, spa, driving range, cabana bar, fire pit and commercial oven.