**HIGHLY DESIRABLE END UNIT OVERLOOKING PASEO** This timeless Craftsman-style home is in a key location on a hill overlooking the Paseo; the elevated location gives the home an element of privacy while its Paseo-adjacent location nestles the unit in greenery. With 1,761 square feet of living space, this 3 Bedroom/2.5 Bath home is one of the most sought-after floor plans in Briar Rose. It features high ceilings in the living room, and a dining room separated from the family room by a peninsula fireplace. The gourmet-style kitchen features an oversized granite island, perfect for entertaining, and is equipped with KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, generous cabinet space, and upgraded sink and faucet. The primary bedroom offers sweeping views of the Paseo and includes a walk-in closet with high-end custom shelving. Beautifully upgraded primary bath with oversized frameless shower showcasing Turkish marble, pebble-stone floor, and dual showerheads with massage/rain features; standing soaking tub; and dual vanity featuring Italian marble. Charming secondary bedrooms are both light and bright with generous closet space and mirrored closet doors; one bedroom includes a window-seat. An upgraded full bath is adjacent to the bedrooms in the hallway, along with a dedicated upstairs laundry room, and linen cabinets that offer ample storage space. The generously sized 2-car garage includes a large bonus storage area. As you tour the home, you will also find upgrades including decorative wrought iron railings, recessed lights with dimmers, built-in surround sound in the family room, Turkish marble flooring in bathrooms/laundry, hardwood flooring, Berber carpet, newer hot water heater, Toto toilets, quiet exhaust fans, custom paint, and re-piped with Pex piping. Walking distance to Celestial Plunge, playgrounds, and Oso Grande Elementary. Enjoy the award-winning community amenities that Ladera Ranch has to offer!