This stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom end-unit townhome with a large private enclosed backyard in the highly coveted Sierra Verde Tract. The largest floorplan in the tract - this Plan 3 home offers a large dining room, formal living room and a separate family room. Surrounded by beautiful views of the Tijeras Creek Golf Club, as well as walking, hiking, and biking trails - this home is ready to welcome you. Step inside and be captivated by dark hardwood flooring throughout and newer appliances. The open floor plan creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. As you enter, you'll be greeted by soaring vaulted ceilings in the formal living area, complete with a charming natural stacked stone fireplace and designer paint. The updated kitchen is adjacent to the family room and opens to a sizable yard, complete with privacy hedges. Enjoy picturesque views of the beautiful backyard, bathed in sunlight throughout the day. Downstairs you'll find an updated guest bathroom and a separate laundry room for enhanced convenience. Upstairs, the 3 bedrooms are generously sized with large closets. The oversized primary bedroom is a true retreat, a primary bathroom with dual vanities, walk-in closet, and huge shower with 2 shower heads. This end unit includes a 2-car attached garage and newer HVAC system. Enjoy a serene lifestyle with access to the HOA pool, spa, and barbecue area and tot lot. In addition, take advantage of all the amenities Rancho Santa Margarita (SAMLARC) has to offer, including four pools, a beach club with a sandy beach, tennis courts, kids’ play areas, volleyball courts, parks, a skate park, a dog park, hiking and biking trails. Residents are within walking distance to Arroyo Vista K-8, a National Blue Ribbon and 2024 California Distinguished School. The area is also served by Tesoro High School, a 2026 California Distinguished School recently ranked in the top 4% of public high schools nationwide. Don’t wait to make this exquisite townhome your own. It’s more than a home; it’s a lifestyle.