*FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET IN 51 YEARS!* Nestled in the prestigious, guard-gated 55+ community of Casta del Sol, this exceptional single level home offers unparalleled privacy from every vantage point due to the ideal, unique location of the corner lot. Set on a quiet, single-loaded street and bordered by a lush, grassy common area that feels exclusive to this property, this sunny, south-facing home is truly a rare find. Boasting freshly painted white walls throughout, this light filled Flora model 3BD/2BA detached home is inviting from the moment you step inside. Large windows in every room flood the home with natural sunlight, accentuating the beautiful wheat-colored engineered wood floors. The spacious living room features a rustic fireplace, vaulted ceilings, new recessed lighting and is seamlessly connected to the third bedroom, currently used as an office, with double-door access. The open layout extends to the formal dining room which flows out to an expansive, covered, tiled patio. Relax and enjoy the serene city light, tree and hill views from your secluded back yard that extends to the huge, well-manicured lawn area which offers the perfect retreat. The kitchen is bright and cheerful with new recessed lighting, a gas range, dishwasher and a movable center island. Down the hall you’ll find a full bathroom and a secondary bedroom with generous closet space as well as the primary bedroom suite, complete with two large mirrored closets and an accessible walk-in shower with grab bars. Additional features include direct access to a single car garage with ample cabinet space, washer/dryer hookups and a lockable storage room behind the garage. As a resident of Casta del Sol, you will have full access to two recreation centers which offer pools, spas, tennis and pickleball courts, a gym, arts and crafts room, shuffleboard pavilion, billiards room, lawn bowling green, gardens and so much more. The HOA covers trash, gardening and exterior paint plus, you can enjoy exclusive membership to Lake Mission Viejo, with swimming, boating, fishing, picnic areas, concerts and special events year-round. Just outside Gate 1, you can swing by the Oso Creek Golf Course which provides an 18-hole public course for golf enthusiasts. Embrace resort-style living now and make this beautiful South Orange County home yours for the holidays.