Welcome to the safest city in California! Located in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita's Melinda Heights, this beautiful home offers 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths, PLUS an additional room on the main floor that can be used as an office or a 4th bedroom. The open flowing floorplan features a beautiful open kitchen with plenty of cabinetry, separate family dining area, a large & cozy "great room" living area with fireplace, and a peaceful & relaxing backyard with an added 350 square-foot entertainment room (permitted), including your own private jacuzzi. The backyard also features concrete walls and metal gates on both sides. Upstairs you'll encounter the overly-spacious principal suite with two large walk-in closets, along with two oversized secondary bedrooms, also with walk-in closets, and a separate laundry room for your convenience. Surround sound installed throughout the home for enjoying family gatherings. Enjoy access to the many pools, tennis & pickleball courts, beach club, and trails that the community has to offer - not to mention some of the best schools in the entire country!