40138 COLONY DRIVE BEAUTIFUL SINGLE STORY HOME with PRIME GOLF COURSE LOCATION. You will fall in love with this SUPER CLEAN home in The Colony, one of SoCal's most desirable 55+ gated communities. A gated front porch welcomes you to this home with plantation shutters, soaring ceilings and neutral decor throughout. The living room offers lots of natural light and the dining room has a decorator chandelier. The kitchen has an island, built-in wine refrigerator, granite countertops with a casual eating area and family room that opens to the patio. Enjoy outdoor living on your large covered patio with fans, great hardscape, a grassy area and SPECTACULAR VIEWS down to the golf course. The primary suite also opens to the patio, has a large walk-in closet and a bath with dual sinks, a soaking tub and a separate shower. There is a large guest bedroom with a bath nearby plus an office/den which could easily convert to a third bedroom. The indoor laundry room has a sink and cabinets. There is a WHOLE HOUSE FAN for energy efficiancy and solar tubes in the kitchen and one bath bring in outdoor light. Microwave oven and water heater were replaced in the last few years. The 2-car garage is oversized with lots of built-in cabinets, a pull-down attic ladder and another convenient sink. Vinyl fence was a recent upgrade on one side of the home. This home shows pride of ownership and sparkles both inside and outside. The Colony is a PREMIER GATED SENIOR COMMUNITY with a RESORT CLASS CLUBHOUSE, year-round pool, 2 spas, lighted pickle ball/paddle tennis and tennis courts, gym, library, ping pong, billiards & hair/nail salon. 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 security & peace of mind. Located in the safe city of Murrieta, you are close to stores, restaurants, medical, casinos and wineries. You will love the friendly neighbors and sense of community as you enjoy TRUE RESORT STYLE SENIOR LIVING in The Colony.