13381 Del Monte Dr 28C Darling Beach Cottage in Leisure World Seal Beach! This one checks all the boxes with air conditioning, inside laundry, added storage closet, newer windows, hardwood floors, and more! Located in desirable Mutual 14, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home has the feeling of a beachside cottage, with expansive views of the trees and greenbelt across the street. The setting is peaceful and inviting, with a beautiful crepe myrtle in front and mature trees throughout the neighborhood. Inside, the home is freshly painted in a bright, neutral palette, with just-refinished oak hardwood floors, updated solid-core interior doors, and newer dual-pane windows and sliding glass doors. The mini-split system provides both air conditioning and heat while two skylights bring in additional natural light. The kitchen features an included freestanding island with seating, creating a comfortable spot for morning coffee, a quick meal or visiting with friends. The convenient inside laundry comes with a full-size stackable LG washer and dryer. A cut-down step-in shower provides easier access. Plus an exterior storage closet offers room for gardening supplies, beach chairs, bikes and other things you want close at hand. Generous front and side patios provide inviting outdoor spaces, with attractive used-brick surfaces and a rolling gate on the side patio for added privacy and charm. Comes with a carport (Bldg 155, Stall 13) that also has additional storage, and convenient street parking is available directly in front of the home. Located near the main gate, this home is easy to get to plus close to Leisure World's many opportunities for recreation, from golf, swimming and pickleball to bocce ball, billiards and community clubs. Residents also enjoy an on-site pharmacy, health care center, post office, library and other services. Beyond the gates, Seal Beach offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle, with the beach, pier and Main Street just minutes away. Start the morning with coffee on the patio, spend the afternoon enjoying the community or the coast, and come home to your own quiet cottage at the end of the day. With its owner-added improvements, comfortable outdoor spaces and move-in-ready appeal, this charming home is ready for your next chapter.