26511 Cortina DR Mission Viejo, CA 92691

You’ll love this original build pool home, in the very first section of the Mission Viejo Lakes community. The design makes this four bedroom and three bath split-level home feel even more spacious than its generous, approximately 1,875 square-feet. The layout gives a California indoor outdoor vibe with oversized windows throughout with the privacy of rear-facing living space. On entry you’ll note a spectacular chef’s kitchen with abundant cabinet space and full-length counters in custom granite. The full-size pantry is a delight. Share a Sunday breakfast in the breakfast nook with a corner window. For more formal dining, the space alongside the living room offers a wonderful open-concept atmosphere. The living area is as open as the neighborhood’s avenues. Plantation shutters throughout main living area and kitchen. Smooth and classic travertine floors throughout main living area and downstairs. A wall of windows brings the outdoors in while a gas fireplace offers a year-round ambiance. Upstairs the primary suite greets you with double doors and provides two walls of mirrored closet space and an all-comforts bath. Down the hall find another bath and two bedrooms, each bedroom offers balcony access ensuring private space. Downstairs you’ll find one bedroom and a separate three-quarters bath, ideal for overnight guests. There is direct entry to the home from the roomy two-car garage. We’ve saved the best for last! The backyard living space with a sparkling pool and an outdoor kitchen. The raised patio area has a shade trellis for all-season enjoyment. The crystal waters of the pool and spa, on their own level, are the focal point of the entertainment space. The backyard space is protected on the back side by a wall of greenery which provides a lovely, secluded feel. Cortina is a prime location with proximity to top level schools, upscale shopping and amenities, entertainment, golf, community services – everything Mission Viejo offers. This home is qualified to join the coveted Mission Viejo Lakes Association, at the owner’s discretion. This is a rare opportunity in a fabulous community that you won’t want to miss. Home is being sold AS-IS and is priced accordingly.