Prepare to fall in love with this charming, updated home, ideally located in the sought-after Carriage Hill community located close to local family friendly parks, shopping, and dining. The manicured landscaping, brick exterior features, and the gated front walkway with arched Jasmine trellis creates a welcoming first impression. The private pathway leading to the front door is framed with vibrant landscaping, fragrant rose bushes, and brick-lined patios providing a serene and private front yard setting. Step inside and soak in the light filled interior, soaring two story cathedral ceilings, plantation shutters, and gorgeous wood floors throughout, all setting the stage for an ideal living environment. This well-designed floor plan has 2 full bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms on the main level, including the primary bedroom suite, a dedicated laundry room with full size washer and dryer hookups, linen closet, plus a spacious upstairs bonus space. Fine features and improvements include New PEX Piping, Recently Upgraded Attic Insulation, New Dual Pane Windows, New Water Heater, and Recently Painted Exterior. The spacious living area is blessed with a cozy brick fireplace providing a gracious space for gatherings with friends and family. The dining area is open to the living room and the kitchen, with sliding doors providing direct access to the back patio, creating a superb indoor-outdoor living space for relaxing and entertaining. The warm and inviting kitchen has Granite countertops, gorgeous cabinetry, Stainless-Steel appliances, upgraded faucets and fixtures, recessed lighting, and a prized breakfast bar. The primary bedroom suite is a peaceful retreat with high vaulted ceilings, and a sparkling primary bathroom with dual vanities, framed vanity mirrors, upgraded faucets and fixtures, and a desirable walk-in closet. The spacious and flexible upstairs bonus room is perfect for a 3rd bedroom, Den/Family Room, Executive Home Office, Media Room, or Rec Room. The enclosed backyard is a private oasis with a large patio and grassy lawn, perfect for relaxing and BBQing with loved ones in the amazing OC weather. Well-maintained resort-like community amenities include a sparkling pool and spa, lighted tennis courts and pickleball courts, basketball courts, and a clubhouse with rentable event spaces. Superbly located across the street from Tamarisk Park with serene walking paths, manicured green spaces, playgrounds, sports courts, picnic areas, and playing fields.