Welcome to this beautifully maintained upstairs 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence in Laguna Woods Village, one of South Orange County’s most sought-after 55+ gated communities for active living. This home is ideally situated in a highly desirable area near Clubhouse 4, the community’s hub for arts and creative pursuits and home to one of the community's six pools. This move-in ready home offers an open floor plan, convenient indoor laundry with a newer Speed Queen stacked washer and dryer, and numerous quality upgrades. The kitchen and living areas were completely redesigned showcasing quartz countertops, pull-out pantry storage, a dedicated spice cabinet, an oversized island with generous drawer space, wide-plank luxury vinyl flooring, and recessed lighting throughout. Coordinating newer appliances, including the refrigerator, complete the modern kitchen. Recently installed dual-pane windows and custom luxury window coverings add both comfort and sophistication. Just off the living room, a large private balcony provides the perfect setting to relax and enjoy California’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle, whether sipping morning coffee or entertaining in the evening. Laguna Woods Village offers resort-style amenities, including a 27-hole championship golf course, tennis, pickleball, bocce ball, an equestrian center, garden plots, RV parking, fitness centers, swimming pools, clubhouses, workshops, a library, a performing arts theater, and endless social clubs and activities. The HOA covers water, trash, basic cable, landscaping, and exterior maintenance, making life here as low-maintenance as it is enjoyable. And yes, you’re just 10 minutes from the world-class beaches, art galleries, and restaurants of Laguna Beach. Don’t miss the opportunity to call this warm and inviting home yours!