Must See Home with Great Location and Huge View Balcony! Move-in Ready Entertainers Dream Home! Welcome to 20904 Parkside, an exceptional hilltop residence in the intimate Parkside community of Lake Forest, offering sweeping views of the Saddleback Mountain range, rolling hillsides, sunrises and twinkling lights. This recently refreshed home sits on a private cul-de-sac and showcases classic Santa Barbara-inspired architecture and soaring palm trees and Xeriscape landscaping. Spanning approximately 3,179 square feet, it features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a bonus room, and a 3-car garage with a versatile floor plan designed for both everyday living and large gatherings. Entertain family and friends in 3 distinct areas of the yard: relax the oversized front courtyard with a cascading waterfall, watch the 4th of July fireworks from the huge view balcony or host a BBQ in the rear yard while enjoying the outdoor fireplace. Interior highlights include soaring two-story ceilings in the living room, formal dining room with French doors, a separate family room with fireplace, and a main-level bedroom ideal for guests which is currently shown as a home office. A beautiful kitchen offers abundant cabinetry with black accent pulls, granite countertops and custom stone backsplash, center island, raised counter bar seating, desk and a breakfast nook with French doors opening to the backyard. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite with views features a private retreat with fireplace and French doors leading to the huge view deck, dual walk-in closets, spa-style bathroom with soaking tub and separate shower. Three additional bedrooms, a Jack & Jill bath and a spacious bonus room complete the upper level. The private backyard is designed for Southern California indoor-outdoor living and features a built-in fireplace, island with gas BBQ, a large covered patio and a special corner seating area, perfect to relax and the quiet. Additional upgrades include fresh interior paint, new carpet, Plantation shutters, speakers inside and out, rich crown molding, granite counters, 9-foot ceilings, dual-zone HVAC, and an oversized 3-car garage with storage. Located in a charming 42-home neighborhood with low HOA, low taxes, and no Mello-Roos, just steps to the community park and minutes from sports parks, shopping, dining, major freeways, and John Wayne Airport. Start planning your summer parties here today!