5 Altivo Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

Welcome to 5 Altivo, nestled in the highly sought-after Balantree Community of Rancho Santa Margarita. This beautifully updated home features a light, neutral color palette and stylish vinyl plank flooring throughout. High, vaulted ceilings and an abundance of windows flood the space with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Upon entry, you'll find the dining area straight ahead and a cozy living room to the right, currently being used as a home office and featuring charming bench seating beneath the front window. A convenient under-stair storage area adds functionality to the layout. The heart of the home is the open-concept great room, where the kitchen seamlessly flows into the family room, perfect for modern living. The family room offers a cozy gas fireplace, while the kitchen boasts sleek quartz countertops, crisp white shaker cabinetry, matte black appliances, a gas range, and a picturesque window overlooking the backyard. A sliding glass door leads to a private outdoor retreat, featuring a patio area and low-maintenance artificial turf, perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the Southern California sunshine. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms. The spacious primary suite features two closets: one large walk-in closet with a barn door located in the en-suite bathroom, and a second closet with mirrored wardrobe doors in the bedroom itself. The primary bath feels like a spa retreat with its freestanding soaking tub, step-in shower, dual sink vanity, and private water closet. Three additional bedrooms share a well-appointed hall bathroom with dual sinks, a tub/shower combination, a private water closet, and stylish shiplap accenting the walls. Linen storage is conveniently located at the upstairs landing. This energy-efficient home also includes solar panels, helping to reduce utility costs year-round. Residents of Rancho Santa Margarita enjoy access to a wealth of amenities, including the Beach Club and Lagoon, scenic lake, multiple swimming pools, parks, tennis and pickleball courts, volleyball courts, hiking trails, clubhouses, and more. Welcome Home!