Bask in stunning sunrise & sunset skies! Private, panoramic, unobstructed hills & canyon views from your end unit in a small cul-de-sac! Peaceful & relaxing! 180 degree vista of natural & protected hills and canyon from your living room & balcony. Exquisite viewpoints from your spacious living room with a cozy fireplace opening to an abundant dining area easily accommodating a dining room table for six. Indulge in year-round ocean breezes! Newer and welcoming luxury vinyl plank and Berber carpet flooring! The upper-floor condominium includes direct access to an expansive two-car garage featuring extensive storage. Private driveway accommodates two full-size automobiles. PEX plumbing was installed two years ago. Flow-Tech water conditioner. Owner will consider an upgrade allowance. Community touts a highly responsive management team to attend to your needs. Embrace living in the upscale Encore community of Marina Hills and enjoy extensive amenities. Splash in separate and sparkling Encore and Marina Hills pools and spas. The Marina Hills pool presents swimmers with an ideal setting for laps. Team up with friends for pickleball & tennis and afterward take advantage of numerous outdoor grills within the adjacent picnicking area. Or conduct business in onsite meeting rooms staffed by onsite management personnel. An open floor plan is the centerpiece of this South Orange County dream home. The primary bedroom touts a suite with dual closets & full bathroom featuring dual sinks. Down the hallway is a sunny second bedroom/office with a view window. A hallway guest bathroom that includes a shower with a small bench for a foot rest or a sit. A second balcony off the dining area draws further light to the home. Kitchen window panoramic views imbue the ideal ambiance for any culinary experience. Room for a grill, table & chairs on the main balcony near the living room. Enjoy the natural hill & canyon views with a refreshing drink while preparing a meal! This residence is at the end of a small cul-de-sac and an end unit of the building. Very private. Very quiet. The property is an idyllic home while presenting a lucrative investment opportunity.. Close to award-winning private and public schools, bicycle and hiking trails and within minutes of Laguna Beach, Salt Creek Beach and Dana Point Harbor. Year-round ocean breezes! Several freeways are close for easy commuting. UCI and Saddleback College are also nearby.