Exquisitely remodeled "Valencia" co-op situated on a serene bluff-top cul-de-sac conveniently loated between Gates 1 & 3. Highly desirable cottage-style home offers the luxury of no neighbors above or below as well as a stair-free layout. As you approach, be greeted by a meticulously maintained, drought-tolerant landscape complemented by community greenbelts & well-kept neighboring gardens. Step onto the sunny front patio and then through double doors to enter the spacious living room adorned with vaulted ceiling and large window providing ample sunlight and picturesque views of the surroundings. Notice the stunning upgrades that enhance every corner of this home including mahogany engineered wood flooring, dual pane windows, plantation shutters, smooth ceilings, upgraded crown and base moldings, central HVAC, upgraded switches/outlets, and a new sub-panel. The fabulous kitchen area has been expanded, featuring quartz countertops with a serving peninsula, a tile backsplash, white shaker cabinets with soft-close drawers/doors and lazy susans and recessed lighting. The kitchen window offers a pleasant view of the front patio. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining area is illuminated by a generous skylight and leads to the enclosed atrium currently utilized as an office, creating a luminous and functional space thanks to the skylight and recessed lighting. Move on to the guest bedroom/den, which can easily be converted into a private space for guests by adding additional doors. The spa-like bathroom boasts a tiled walk-in shower with a seat and glass enclosure, stackable washer/dryer, skylight, and two granite-topped vanities. The bathroom floor is tiled for effortless maintenance. Master bedroom is of generous size and currently accommodates a king-size bed. Both bedrooms are equipped with ceiling fans for energy-efficient air circulation. This remarkable home is ideally located to enjoy Laguna Woods and its impressive amenities, including Clubhouse 1 with a pool, gym, bocce ball court, and library, as well as Clubhouse 3 renowned for its Performing Arts Center. Laguna Woods Village residents have the privilege of indulging in a 27-hole championship golf course, a 9-hole executive par 3 course, pickleball, tennis courts, lawn bowling, gyms, clubhouses, swimming pools, horse stables, gardening centers, art studio, world-class woodshop, computer workrooms & classes along with 200+ clubs and organizations to stay physically and socially active!