RARELY ON THE MARKET! Welcome to your very own peaceful tropical oasis - highly desirable largest floor plan in all of The Lakes Community, within in the coveted neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine. Close to it ALL while only being about 20 minutes from the Coast & famous Southern CA beaches. Serene ambiance, between mature trees and peaceful waterways away from the busy City. No one above or below, two story townhome with direct access two car garage. This lovely home has been beautifully renovated with a custom woodwork spiral staircase leading to the upper level, which increases the square footage of the living room. Gorgeous skylights to allow for amazing natural light throughout with soaring two-story high ceilings. Immense potential to customize your new home to your liking adding more living space, or keep as is! Cozy eat-in kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances leads to the dining area, upgraded with ample added built-in storage. Amazing, extremely private patio off living room with a picture perfect view of the serene peaceful lake and stream. Watch the ducks swim by and listen to the birds chirping as you enjoy your morning coffee or dine al fresco lakeside. Convenient downstairs half bathroom before heading up to the upper level, up the custom wood spiral stairs, and into the spacious primary suite. Ample closet and storage space throughout with custom built-ins galore. Secondary upper outdoor private balcony, also overlooking the peaceful lake/stream. Secondary Guest suite, can also be used as an office/loft, but has large closets, one a spacious walk-in. Full jack-and-jill style upstairs bathroom, easily accessible from both bedrooms. Convenient attached 2 car garage with private laundry. Extremely desirable Lakes Community, homes rarely come on the market, includes countless amenities with pool, spa, tennis courts, and lovely lush landscaped walkways along the streams, lakes & waterfalls. HOA dues includes water/sewer & trash. Located in the renowned Irvine Unified School District, access to award-winning educational institutions - Northwood HS, Sierra Vista Middle & close to Hicks Canyon & Jeffrey Trails. Close to amazing shopping, dining, theaters, airport, UCI & easy access to Fwy/Toll Roads, while still only being about 20 mins to the Coast! Do not miss the chance to make this exceptional, rare, unique, extremely peaceful lakeside townhome your own ~ Embrace the epitome of Southern California living!