$457,900

*YOUR DREAM COTTAGE* in "THE COLONY", Murrieta's premier 55+ guard-gated community. This completely REFURBISHED 2 bedroom, 1 bath home shows like a model. WITH SO MANY IMPROVEMENTS DONE YOU CAN COMFORTABLY SETTLE-INTO YOUR NEW HOME WHILE AVOIDING THE TIME-CONSUMING AND OFTEN STRESSFUL RENOVATION PROCESS WITH UNCERTAIN CASH-OUT-OF-YOUR-POCKET. The floor plan is open and inviting with high ceilings adding a feeling of spaciousness. Enjoy the freshly painted "Greek Villa" white interior, allowing you to add your favorite decor colors and furnishings. The living room has a cozy fireplace, new ceiling fan and is open to the dining room & kitchen. French door leads to a side patio and rear yard with a large Alumawood patio to entertain your guests. BEAUTIFUL NEWER PLANTATION SHUTTERS THROUGH-OUT. Generously-sized Primary bedroom has vaulted ceilings, new carpeting, new ceiling fan, a walk-in closet and lots of natural light. Second bedroom has new carpeting, with double French doors leading to your relaxing PRIVATE PATIO. This room provides a view of your garden & greenbelt that adds privacy from rear neighbors. The refurbished bathroom has several updated features. The newly refurbished kitchen has ample workspace with refinished cabinetry, breakfast bar and new microwave. There is a window above the sink looking-out to the relaxing front porch. The new farm-style sink has a semi-pro faucet & new disposal. The S/S refrigerator is included in the sale. The kitchen provides direct access to an over-sized one-car garage with washer/dryer, included in the sale. THE EXTERIOR OF THIS HOME IS GORGEOUS HAVING BEEN BEEN FRESHLY PAINTED, NEW VINYL FENCING, REFURBISHED LANDSCAPING INCLUDING FLOWER/GARDEN BEDS WITH NEW WEED BARRIER, FRESH MULCH AND REFRESHED CRUSHED STONE. This is a low maintenance yard. The home recently received a NEW AMANA HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM with a media filter for improved indoor air quality. HOA maintains/waters front lawns. GUARD-GATED COMMUNITY & 24 HR SECURITY offers PEACE OF MIND. Amazing clubhouse with pool, spas, lighted tennis & pickleball/paddleball courts, Bocce ball, card room, HAIR SALON, billards, library & gym. Large auditorium for dances, movies, plays, musical productions & club activities. Privately owned 18 hole GOLF COURSE is within The Colony gates. Membership in the HOA does not include golf privileges. PAMPER YOURSELF & ENJOY THE RESORT STYLE LIVING YOU DESERVE!