Three clifftop mansions in southern California provide a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean – but for some, that view is becoming too close for comfort.

The Dana Point houses have been declared safe by city officials despite appearing to be on the verge of toppling into the water, with one balcony is protruding over the edge.

The region has been hit by heavy rain this month and a landslide has swept away much of the cliff.

Nevertheless, engineers claim there is “no imminent threat” to the homes.

Lewis Bruggeman, 82, owner of one of the homes, said: “The house is fine, it’s not threatened and… there’s no major structural issue.”