266 Via Antonio LIGHT & BRIGHT living in BEAUTIFUL Dos Vientos! Welcome to 266 Via Antonio, an inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath townhome in the desirable Aldea Townhomes offering 1, 223 square feet, REAL WOOD flooring, a SPACIOUS primary suite, wonderful outdoor living spaces, and an attached, DIRECTLY accessible 2-car garage! Built in 2005, this home pairs charming Mediterranean-inspired architecture with an airy interior and access to the HIGHLY coveted Sycamore Canyon School. Attractive tile roofs, decorative shutters, and a gated front patio create a welcoming first impression. The generous enclosed patio offers room for lounge seating and a wonderful setting to relax outdoors. A covered entry shelters the front door, which opens to a dramatic stairway with warm wood steps and white railings leading to the main living level. Upstairs, abundant windows, high ceilings, and beautiful REAL WOOD flooring give the interior a bright and inviting feel. NEW ceiling fans provide a fresh finishing touch, while the living room features a handsome gas fireplace with a white mantel and surround and plentiful natural light. An open kitchen pass-through with breakfast-bar seating connects the cooking and living areas, making it easy to stay part of the conversation while preparing meals. The cheerful kitchen showcases NEWLY REPAINTED white raised-panel cabinetry and glossy white tile countertops. The kitchen tiles have been PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED and look like BRAND NEW, giving the space a wonderfully fresh appearance. A double-basin sink with a graceful curved faucet sits beneath a window, while a gas range, built-in microwave, dishwasher, and side-by-side refrigerator complete the space. Recessed lighting and under-cabinet illumination brighten the work surfaces, and generous cabinetry provides plentiful storage. The adjoining dining area enjoys a striking mirrored wall and sliding glass doors opening to a private balcony. Step outside with your morning coffee or enjoy an evening meal in the fresh air, surrounded by the community's distinctive architecture. The SPACIOUS primary suite is a comfortable retreat featuring a continuation of beautiful wood flooring, a NEW ceiling fan, and an adjoining bathroom with a long dual-sink vanity, white cabinetry, tile countertops, and a glass-enclosed tub/shower with grab bars. A walk-in closet with extensive shelving, hanging space, and storage cubbies keeps clothing and accessories organized. The secondary bedroom, currently arranged as a home office and sitting room, features real wood flooring, plentiful natural light, and a wide closet with sliding doors. A hall bathroom offers a white-tile vanity and a glass-enclosed tub/shower. The individual/indoor laundry room has side-by-side washer and dryer spaces and overhead cabinetry adds everyday convenience. Enjoy Aldea's COMMUNITY POOL & SPA, landscaped gathering areas, decorative fountains, and shaded seating. Nearby parks, playgrounds, sports courts, trails, and The Village's shops and dining add to the appeal of this scenic Dos Vientos setting. Just 20 minutes away from the ocean and home to some of the area's BEST hiking & biking trails, Dos Vientos is a quiet nature-lover's paradise!