Ideally situated on a premium view lot in the exclusive guard gated community of Shady Canyon, 31 Blue Heron offers views of the rolling hills and dramatic sunsets while offering exceptional design elements that will truly impress design aficionados and the most discerning buyers alike. This stunning custom estate is adorned with steel and glass doors & windows, hand crafted reclaimed beams, artisan brick walls, Obeche wood cabinetry and paneling, and a mixture of exquisite limestone and wide plank oak floors just to name a few design elements. The master crafted estate boasts 6 bedrooms, office, + 9 baths offering an elegantly appointed Main Floor Owners Suite accompanied by a retreat + passthrough fireplace, spa like master bath showcasing artisan level Onyx slab stonework and bespoke millwork along with a "honeymooners grotto". The main floor also offers a designer kitchen with pro series appliances, wood and metal custom Obeche cabinetry, prep kitchen, and direct access to the atrium style breakfast nook and Great room creating a sense of openness and airiness where residents and guests can flow seamlessly between the indoor and outdoor spaces. In addition the main level offers a beautifully appointed formal living room, formal dining space w/ wine cellar and a main floor secondary guest suite along with an office blooming with natural light and direct access to your private courtyard. Three additional bedroom suites & a loft are located on the upper level of this grand residence. The homes exceptional design continues down into the basement level featuring a oversized home gym w/ glass and mirrored walls, private "speak easy" bar + second wine cellar along with the ultimate game & media room, a salon, guest suite, powder room, elevator which services all 3 floors, and access to your showcase garage with parking for 7 8 cars. The outdoor spaces in the residence have been professionally re designed to create a resort like setting all while focusing in on creating the utmost privacy and tranquility. The detailed mosaic tile pool & spa are complimented by two outdoor loggias offering heated floors, an outdoor kitchen, fireplace, TV sitting area, bath, and outdoor shower. The triple gated property offers direct proximity to award winning Irvine schools, Shady Canyon Country Club featuring two world class Tom Fazio golf courses, and minutes away from Orange County's best dining, shopping, beaches and access to multiple nearby freeways.