Little Island Living with Michelle Mayo | In Your Living Room Ep. 3

Welcome back to In Your Living Room with Malibu Dan — where we step inside some of the most stunning homes in Southern California and talk directly with the agents behind them. 🏡✨

For Episode 3, Malibu Dan sits down with Michelle Mayo at her incredible luxury listing located at 214 Abalone on Little Island in Newport Beach — and this one is special.

We dive into everything that makes this property stand out:

🏡 The Property

• 2,760 sq ft of fully remodeled living space
• 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms
• A spacious ADU (approx. 850–900 sq ft) that feels like its own home
• Completely taken down to the studs and rebuilt into a modern, open-concept design

✨ Design & Build

• Transition from a traditional layout → bright, open great room concept
• Neutral, minimalist palette designed to stay timeless
• Custom finishes including wood flooring, stone countertops, and high-end details throughout
• The strategy behind creating a home that won’t feel outdated years from now

🌴 Location: Little Island, Newport Beach

• One of the most unique and desirable coastal communities
• Close proximity to the harbor, yacht clubs, beaches, and Balboa Peninsula
• Insight into how much value the Newport Beach zip code actually adds
• The lifestyle appeal that continues to attract high-end buyers and second-home owners

💡 Behind the deal

• Michelle shares her role in selling the property to the developer
• What it takes to successfully rebuild in Newport Beach
• The importance of relationships with architects, builders, and the city

🏖️ Local insights

• Short-term rental restrictions and permits in Newport Beach
• The evolving nature of luxury real estate in coastal communities
• Why properties on the island continue to appreciate