**FANTASTIC PRICE REDUCTION** Charming 2 bed/1.5 bath single story in one of Murrieta's premier 55+ communities, The Colony. Nicely upgraded with granite countertops, plantation shutters, newer carpeting and brand new exterior paint, this home is completely turnkey! The kitchen offers granite surfaces and tile backsplash with stainless appliances and a wonderful counter/breakfast bar that is perfect for entertaining or quiet meals at home. Generously sized master with vaulted ceilings and wall of closets with granite topped vanity and walk in shower. The living room is open and has a cozy fireplace. There is a separate dining area as well and a sliding door which provides access to the side/rear yard. The 2nd bedroom is perfect as a guest room or office and a half bath is located right across from the 2nd bedroom. The wrap around yard is large and offers endless entertaining possibilities along with privacy and plenty of shade under the large, recently renovated wood pergola. Make lemonade or fresh juice from your own lemon and orange trees. Relax on the patio and enjoy the sounds of nature with greenbelt views and no neighbors directly behind. One car garage provides direct access to the home and one additional car can be accommodated on the driveway. Plenty of street parking for guests. The Colony is a 24 hour guard gated community that offers unparalleled amenities for residents including a resort style pool with spa, tennis and paddle tennis courts, park, BBQ and picnic area, and a magnificent clubhouse comprised of billiard and card rooms, meeting rooms, a gym, enterta