Located in the 24-hour gated oceanfront community of Niguel Shores in Monarch Beach, this one-story expanded Townhome features sweeping ocean views from Catalina Island to Palos Verdes including wonderful coastal nightlight views. A large gated secluded courtyard and patio areas leads you to this coastal chic property complete with 2 Bedrooms plus large den/office, and 2 Baths. The open-concept design features a spacious living room with vaulted ceilings, built-in custom bookshelves, fireplace, bar, and sit-down ocean views, a newer kitchen with granite counters, breakfast counter/bar and stainless steel appliances, and a large open dining room area views the front courtyard.  The sunny and bright living room opens to a large ocean view brick patio ready for effortless entertaining and capturing the breathtaking Catalina Island sunset view. The property backs to and overlooks a delightful  greenbelt area.   The primary suite boasts an ocean view and opens to the view patio. Both the secondary bedroom and skylighted Den/office are large rooms. The attached 2-car garage includes an ample laundry area with storage cabinets plus a 2 car driveway. Special features include skylights, recessed lighting and views from all main rooms.  Niguel Shores includes a blufftop oceanfront park and parking lot complete with direct beach access, an amazing Clubhouse with pool, spa, saunas, sport courts, pickleball, tennis, play area and  large park. Situated next to the Ritz Carlton Hotel, Niguel Shores is minutes close to the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort and Links Golf Course, the Marina at Dana Point and the historical and revitalized downtown section of Dana Point, and to the Art Colony of Laguna Beach.  Enjoy resort-style beach living all year around living in Niguel Shores...The "Best-Kept" Secret Along The Coast!