All great houses start with the right piece of land, & this lot is off-the charts impressive. Located on a highly sought after street, the lot backs to the lovely Serrano Creek Trail that leads into the Whiting Ranch trail system. Buyers wait for homes to come on the market that back to the forest and its quiet solitude & unique setting. With curb appeal extraordinaire, your eyes will be drawn to the manicured landscaping & fresh walkway as you approach the gorgeous front door with leaded glass. You enter the home into the living room & overlook the dining room with crown molding throughout & floor to ceiling mirrors. Soothing neutral colors & a very clean feel of ceramic tile and lush carpeting grace those areas. Built by JM Peters, this 4 bedroom home will check all of your criteria boxes. The lovely gourmet kitchen has sit down dining & overlooks a gorgeous & welcoming family room with built in shelving and washed pine flooring. Both the kitchen & family room overlook an oasis of scenery & color in the spacious back yard. Including a covered patio for entertainment & relaxation. One of the most striking elements is the yard which rivals even the finest landscaping. With the tree lined wilderness of the Serrano Trail, it feels like you are situated on acres of private land. Orange Coast magazine has touted this trail as one of Orange Counties finest. Very close to: Irvine Spectrum, freeways, schools, parks, airport, & association amenities. Call today for private viewing.