Welcome to Gavilan, home of the Esencia retirement community, one of the most sought-after developments in South Orange County. This pristine Cortesa Plan Two Model by Shea Homes offers over 1800 sq. ft. of open concept living space. The luxurious residence features three bedrooms (or two bedrooms and an office) and two and a half baths. The chef's kitchen is equipped with Calacatta Blanco quartzite countertops, an oversized island with three elegant pendants, a cream honed lattice backsplash, GE Profile stainless appliances, a large walk-in pantry, and a dining area adjacent to the kitchen.

The great room, open to the kitchen, is flooded with natural light from walls of windows and adorned with Roman shades. The ideal floor plan situates the guest bedroom with an ensuite bath down a hallway, separate from the Primary Suite. Additionally, there is an office or third bedroom option and a powder bath. The Primary Suite boasts a large walk-in closet with custom built-in organizers and stunning wood floors. The Primary Ensuite Bath is impeccably upgraded with an oversized walk-in shower, a shower bench, framed mirrors, and upgraded quartz countertops.

The convenient laundry room includes a sink and ample storage. The immaculate garage features convenient overhead racks. One of the home's highlights is the outdoor retreat accessible through Bi-Fold stacking doors, creating a true indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The entertainer's backyard includes a paver hardscape, a stunning gas fireplace with a flat-screen TV, and an automatic privacy/shade screen.

Additional upgrades include herringbone wood floors throughout, Shaker doors, upgraded baseboards, soft-close doors and drawers, upgraded lighting with dimmers, modernized bathrooms, and a barn door for the third bedroom/office option.

The home is also a short walk to Esencia's 55+ Pool complex. Additionally, the community offers multiple pools/spas, recreational and banquet facilities, parks, entertaining areas, gyms, pickle ball and Bocce Ball courts! Experience luxury 55+ living in Rancho Mission Viejo!