Live the life you have earned at this beautifully upgraded single-level home in San Clemente's gate-guarded Talega Gallery collection, which is reserved for those 55 and better. The Sandbridge community is the premier development in the Gallery community, and this was the former model home. Spanning approximately 2,401 square feet, the generously proportioned residence welcomes guests with a gated courtyard that leads to an arched leaded-glass entry door. Natural light illuminates the foyer and gallery-style hall, which provides passage to bedrooms and living areas that are nicely separated for privacy. One bedroom is showcased as a home office, complete with custom built-in cabinetry, shelving, and French doors leading to the courtyard. Another room opens to the courtyard and is ideal as a formal living or dining room-whichever suits your lifestyle best. A bright and open great room encompasses a casual dining area, a living area with built-in entertainment center and fireplace, and a grand kitchen with an abundance of white cabinetry, backyard access, a built-in desk, white-on-white appliances including a double oven, under-cabinet lighting, a pantry, limestone countertops with a subway tile backsplash, and a large island with a circular bar. Three bedrooms and two baths include a primary suite adorned with a shiplap ceiling, walk-in closet, soaking tub, separate shower, two sinks and a sit-down vanity. The oversized laundry room features ample storage and a sink, and the attached two-car garage offers built-in cabinetry. Designer enrichments are led by wood flooring with tile inlays, luxurious carpet in select rooms, plantation shutters, custom paint, elegant wall treatments, tray ceilings, crown molding and mirrored wardrobe doors. Entertain under the sun in an inviting backyard with two patios, water-saving turf and raised planters on a homesite of about 6,379 square feet. The home has been repiped and the owners has kept excellent maintenance records being the first owner of the home. Close to Talega's golf course, parks, trails and shopping centers, Talega Gallery reveals a private resort clubhouse with pool and spa, numerous social clubs, and a full calendar of fitness and fun-filled community events.