Dear buyers, have you been waiting patiently for a great home in a great neighborhood to hit the market? Then this one is a must see! Located in highly desirable Rancho Niguel, this 3-bedroom 2.5-bathroom home offers a well-designed floor plan, lots of light, and very large (over 2,100sf) private back & side yard (plus a whole lot more!). Enter the gated courtyard, then through the front door opening to the formal living room and formal dining room. A short hallway to the right leads to the kitchen; featuring granite counters, backsplash, and new stainless appliances. The kitchen opens to the adjoining breakfast area and family room (with stone fireplace). With sliders leading to the back and side yards, this is a perfect set-up for entertaining, Toward the garage entry there is a 1/2 bathroom with granite countertop. The entire first floor and staircase feature custom travertine, with carpet on the second floor. Upstairs, leading through double doors, you'll find the large master suite with a very cozy retreat and fireplace, walk-in closet, granite countertop, double sink vanity, and granite walk-in shower. At the opposite end of the hallway there are 2 more large bedrooms (with ample closet space), and the 3rd bathroom with tub/shower, dual sink vanity, with granite countertop. The very large (and private) side yard wraps around to the back creating a huge amount of outdoor living space (more than enough for a pool), and includes a built in BBQ. BTW this home was re-piped with PEX in December 2021. Your HOA includes access to "The Club" at Rancho Niguel (it's enormous!) offering pickleball, basketball, gym, playground, pools & spa, racquetball, tennis, sand volleyball, picnic areas & BBQs, and facility rentals for your private events. (If not familiar with it, you really should check it out!). Close to hiking / biking trails and Laguna Niguel Regional Park. Quick and easy access to beaches, shopping, entertainment, and freeways. Low property taxes (approximately 1.012%) Welcome to Rancho Niguel, a wonderful place to live!