Want the ideal location? This private cul-de-sac location is next to the park and boasts fantastic curb appeal with soaring palm trees. High vaulted ceilings greet you upon entry to this beautiful 1,470-square-foot, 2-story home, and a cozy fireplace in the living room lends an air of contented charm. As you walk into the hallway and enter the family/dining room area and the kitchen, you will find a large sliding door that leads you to the private backyard perfect for entertaining. The updated kitchen is the perfect place to cook with stainless steel appliances and gorgeous granite countertops. With three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms and an abundance of natural sunlight, this truly makes for the ideal family home. Other features in this incredible home include vinyl double-pane windows, plantation shutters, laminate wood floors in the downstairs living area, natural stone floors in the bathrooms, walk-in closet in the spacious master bedroom and updated master shower. Enjoy the convenience of an attached two-car garage with epoxy floors and storage cabinets. Very safe and family-friendly, this home is within minutes to schools, shopping, restaurants, parks and hiking trails and is within a mile of Rancho Santa Margarita Lake and Beach Club. Enjoy the luxury of three pools in this wonderful community with very LOW HOA dues.