Welcome to luxurious coastal living in the private, gated community of Mandalay in San Clemente. This impeccably updated and enhanced home exudes flawless style and detail. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by a private, gated courtyard sitting area complete with a tranquil water fountain. Make your way through the custom glass front door into the spacious lower level, featuring a separate office, living room, dining area, and kitchen, all with soaring 10-foot ceilings and abundant storage. The downstairs bedroom boasts a walk-in closet and an adjacent bathroom with a walk-in shower, perfect for multi-generational living. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas create a seamless great room effect. Just outside the upgraded great room doors, you'll find a spacious backyard with a solar-powered pool and a 12-person jacuzzi. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring granite countertops, a separate pantry, stainless steel appliances, a 6-burner stove, a Viking convection oven, and a built-in Viking microwave. Ascend the stairs to the second-level landing, which offers additional storage. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a beautifully renovated bathroom (2020) with double sinks, a separate shower and tub, and coastal and hill views. Two additional bedrooms upstairs share a full dual bathroom. Other features include wood flooring throughout, owned solar panels, a newer roof (2018), re-piping, a newer water heater (2019), and a three-car garage with Smart garage door openers and ample storage space. The front and rear yards are adorned with drought-resistant landscaping. 27 Via Palacio is conveniently located near an array of shopping centers, including The Outlets at San Clemente, downtown San Clemente's dining and shopping, Sports Park, the aquatic center, award-winning schools, hiking trails, and beaches.