This home is the perfect combination of three things: A large private lot with pool, a beautiful contemporary remodel and a large versatile floor plan. The lot alone will make you want to move to 22 Calle Loyola: nearly 12,000 square feet, no neighbor on one side, large rectangular pool, hard-to-find privacy, mature landscaping, perched on a Talega hill with views. The 4500-sqft home centers around a large covered California room with fireplace and outdoor TV. Its dual full-wall sliding doors make for seamless indoor-outdoor living. White oak engineered wood flooring through out sets the stage for a striking contemporary kitchen & main living space. Recently remodeled with quartz countertops, custom warm wood cabinetry, plastered hood, dual built-in dishwashers, hidden entertainment storage, modern tile work & tasteful pendant lighting. This chef's kitchen includes two pantry nooks, an additional prep sink & deep, soft-close drawer storage. Gather easily at the oversized single-slab island, eat-in kitchen area with modern pendant lighting or welcoming family room. A dedicated first-floor office. All bedrooms include ensuite bathrooms. In total, 6 bedrooms provide a wonderful versatility of living: one bedroom on the main level currently used as a gym, 4 upstairs bedrooms including the remodeled primary suite that boasts large, light-filled bedroom, balcony with small ocean view, contemporary bathroom with soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower, modern tile, striking bronze lighting fixtures and warm, sleek cabinetry, custom walk-in closet; the 6th bedroom serves as its own private casita with dedicated staircase entry with kitchenette, full bathroom and added room for an office or lounge. The outdoor entertaining design includes everything you'd want: a large rectangular pool, spa, manicured pool deck for lounging, built-in island with grill, sink, refrigerator and kegerator, a centered fire pit with seating. A 3-car, split garage with high ceilings for additional storage. Whole house water filtration. Owned solar panels. You will be around the corner to the hidden park, Vista del Mar (k-8) schools and Liberty Park & pool. Enjoy access to the wonderful Talega amenities like HOA events, resort & lap pools and expansive hiking trails. Talega is a quick drive to downtown San Clemente and year-round sunny beaches. If you're looking for an elevated, luxurious home within the highly-coveted Talega neighborhood, 22 Calle Loyola is the one!