714-914-4996

34041 El Contento Drive,
Dana Point, CA 92629

$1,600,000

Discover coastal living at its finest in this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-level beach cottage, perfectly positioned in Dana Point's coveted Lantern Village. This delightful home offers the ultimate Southern California lifestyle where ocean breezes, walkability, and modern comfort come together seamlessly. Just a 10-minute stroll to the beach and Dana Point Harbor, you'll enjoy easy access to waterfront dining, shopping, and coastal recreation. The vibrant Lantern Village puts boutique shops, local restaurants, and cafés right at your doorstep, making this the perfect spot for those who love to walk everywhere. The heart of this home shines with a completely renovated kitchen (2021) featuring: Custom cabinetry with ample storage, elegant quartz countertops, stylish modern tile back splash, brand-new stainless steel appliances, contemporary sink and fixtures, and beautiful bamboo flooring throughout. The enclosed front patio offers a private retreat with clever open-air windows that frame peek-a-boo ocean views and invite natural light while maintaining your privacy—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Located in a family-friendly neighborhood with nearby schools, a convenient dog park for your four-legged companions, and the heart of Dana Point's community just moments away. This rare single-level cottage combines turnkey condition with an unbeatable location. Experience the best of coastal living where every day feels like a vacation!

Basic Information

MLS #:
NP26009731

Price:
$1,600,000

Price
(per sq ft):
$1,693.00

Address:
34041 El Contento Drive ,
Dana Point, CA 92629

MLS Area:
LT - Lantern Village

Subdivision:
Lantern Village Central (LDC)

Property
Type:
Single Family Residence

Days on Market:
15

Status:
Active

Bedrooms:
2

Bathrooms:
2

Full Baths:
2

Size (sq ft):
945 sq ft

Lot Size:
2,100 sq ft

Year Built:
1960

Sale Type:
Standard,Trust

Rooms in Home

Rooms:
All Bedrooms Down, Entry, Family Room, Galley Kitchen, Kitchen, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite

Eating Area:
Area, Dining Ell, In Family Room, Separated

Laundry:
Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup

Entry Location:
1

Interior Features

Fireplace:
Dining Room, Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Great Room

Cooling:
Central Air, Heat Pump, Wall/Window Unit(s)

Heating:
Heat Pump

Floor:
Bamboo, Tile

Appliances:
Electric Oven, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven

Interior Features:
Beamed Ceilings, Block Walls, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Bar, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage, Tile Counters, Track Lighting, Unfurnished

Security:
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)

Accessibility:
2+ Access Exits, Entry Slope Less Than 1 Foot, Grab Bars In Bathroom(s), No Interior Steps

Garage and Parking

Garage:
Attached

Garage:
1 Spaces

Carport:
0 Spaces

Parking:
Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Concrete, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Parking Space, Private, Street

Home Owners Association

HOA Dues 1:
$0.00 /

HOA Dues 2:
$

HOA Amenities: 

Utilities

Water:
Public

Utilities:
Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Phone Available,Sewer Connected,Water Connected

School Information

District:
Capistrano Unified

Elementary:

Middle:

High:
DANPOI

Exterior Features

Pool:
None

Spa:
None

Patio:
Concrete, Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Patio, Front Porch, Slab, Wrap Around

View:
Bay, City Lights, Ocean, Peek-A-Boo, Water

Construction:
Stucco

Foundation:
Slab

Roof:
Foam

Windows:
Blinds, Custom Covering, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Roller Shields, Screens, Skylight(s)

Common Walls:
No Common Walls

Levels:
One

Lot Features:
0-1 Unit/Acre, Corners Marked, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby, Patio Home, Up Slope from Street, Utilities - Overhead, Walkstreet

Additional Information

County:
Orange

Senior Community:
No

Community Features:
Biking, Curbs, Fishing, Foothills, Golf, Hiking, Gutters, Watersports, Preserve/Public Land, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban

Other Structures:

Structure Condition:
Building Permit, Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled

Direction Faces:
Southwest

Listed by:
Douglas Elliman Of California , Denine Kerns , 01248229

Co-Listed:

Last
Updated:
1/31/2026 10:08 AM

34041 El Contento Drive,
Dana Point, CA 92629