AMAZING LOCATION on a large GREENBELT maintained by the HOA for this beautiful single-story 3-bedroom home in The Colony, one of SoCal's finest gated senior communities. You will love the welcoming first impression with a formal entry area enhanced by a display niche. The functional open concept living and dining "great" room opens to your back patio. Your patio is like a serene private retreat with a spacious greenbelt behind you and mature easy-care landscaping. The kitchen offers lots of storage space and cabinets for preparing and enjoying family meals or entertaining. The primary suite is oversized with plenty of room for your bedroom furniture plus a cozy sitting area, a walk-in closet and a sumptuous bathroom with dual sinks, a separate shower and a soaking tub and commode. The primary retreat is separated from the rest of the home by a hall that offers abundant linen/storage cabinets. There are 2 additional bedrooms, one with a walk-in closet and one with a wall closet. There is a convenient guest bath nearby with a large shower. The laundry room, with a sink and cabinets is indoors. The exterior was recently painted. The garage is oversized with room for 2 cars + a golf cart or work bench and has lots of built-in cabinets. You will love this quiet location with your patio overlooking a large greenbelt maintained by the HOA. Nestled on an interior street in a vibrant 55+ gated community, this home grants access to a gorgeous clubhouse, sparkling pool, and an array of amenities for an unparalleled lifestyle. You can utilize the pool and 2 spas all year long, plus lighted pickle ball/paddle ball, tennis courts, a gym, library, ping pong, billiards, hair & nail salon all at the clubhouse. There are groups & activities for all interests with an auditorium for shows, dances, banquets, concerts, movies, bingo & parties for all occasions. A privately owned 18-hole golf course is inside the gate. The HOA waters & maintains all front landscaping. Guard gated entry and 24-hour security patrol give you peace of mind. In the safe city of Murrieta, you are close to stores, restaurants, medical, casinos and wineries. Enhance your retirement years with the friendly neighbors and sense of community as you enjoy TRUE RESORT STYLE SENIOR LIVING in The Colony.