3 Orchid Turnkey townhome, beautifully updated, and blessed with an ideal location just steps from the community pool and a short stroll to RSM Lake and shopping and dining! Step inside the double door entry and soak in the soaring two story vaulted ceilings, the light filled interior, wood look tile floors, new carpet, custom lighting, upgraded ceiling fan, and a freshly painted neutral palette all setting the stage for an ideal living environment. The open floor plan includes a spacious living area, the perfect gathering space around the cozy brick fireplace, and is open to the dining area with direct access through the sliding doors to the patio, creating a superb indoor-outdoor living space. The sparkling updated kitchen is blessed with sleek Quartz countertops, timeless white Shaker cabinetry, updated hardware and fixtures, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, and a prized breakfast bar. The main level also includes a convenient updated powder room. Travel upstairs to the bedroom level where you will find a spacious primary bedroom with vaulted ceilings, new carpet, recessed lighting, custom light fixture, and two closets with mirrored closet doors. The secondary bedroom also boasts vaulted ceilings and mirrored closet doors. The full bathroom on the bedroom level has been beautifully updated with a Quartz topped updated vanity, updated faucets and fixtures, white shaker cabinetry, and a shower enclosure with oval soaking tub. The spacious outdoor enclosed and tiled patio is the perfect space for relaxing and BBQing with friends and family. A highly prized direct access 2 car garage with epoxy flooring and full-size washer and dryer included completes this floor plan. You will adore this prime location superbly situated just steps from the community pool and just a short walk to Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, Trabuco Mesa Park with tennis courts, tot lot, and playing fields, and the Mercado Del Lago Shopping Center with Ace Hardware, Ralphs Groceries, Banking, Starbucks and the picturesque plaza along the lake front with numerous dining, shopping, and service venues. Numerous walking paths around the lake and close to hiking and biking trails throughout O’Neill Regional Park, Live Oak Canyon, and Rose Canyon. Easy toll road access.