Lease this lovely Castaways home behind 24-hour attended gates with access to bluff top trails with Catalina Island, Newport Harbor, and Fashion Island views, plus Bob Henry Park and Castaways Parks just out your front door. Spread out in 5 bedrooms (one down), a private office with separate entry, family and living rooms, formal dining, and a large kitchen. The kitchen enjoys a spacious island and two sinks along with a Chef's dream appliance package. The beautiful backyard has no one immediately behind you, offering a feeling of openness and seclusion. A great patio and a built-in BBQ provide outdoor entertaining options to enjoy refreshing sea breezes. Upstairs the primary suite and bath have been extensively remodeled with sophisticated custom cabinetry, stone and tile, and lighting lending elegant appeal. Two large walk-in closets provide ample space for your wardrobe or extra storage. Rounding out the upstairs are three additional bedrooms with flexibility for other uses such as a home gym, arts & crafts space, or office. Nearby are award-winning Newport-Mesa schools and excellent private school options, world-class beaches, everyday retail conveniences on 17th Street, and easy freeway and PCH access. This is your dream home in your dream community of Castaways in coveted Newport Beach.