40145 Colony Welcome to the "The Colony" One of Murrieta's premier 55+ gated community. This beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features two spacious primary suites and thoughfully designed open floor plan. As you enter through the charming private courtyard, you're welcomed into a bright open living and dining area complete with a cozy fireplace, built-in wall unit, plantation shutters, and remote-controlled shade for the windows. The kitchen offers a lovely view window over the sink, instant hot water faucet for instant hot tea and abundance of cabinetry. Plantation shutters continue throughout the home, adding both style and privacy. The main primary suite is generously sized and features sliding glass doors with direct backyard access, dual sinks, a separate soaking tub and shower and a large walk-in-closet. The secondary suite includes its own private shower, making it idea guests or multi-generational living. Step outside to your own private retreat. The oversized backyard features a beautiful, but yet low maintenance garden, full length patio cover providing plenty of shade, along with a tranquil waterfall feature that creates a peaceful, Zen-like atmosphere-perfect for relaxing or entertaining.