OPULENT 55+ LIVING IN THE PRESTIGIOUS GATED BUENA VIDA COMMUNITY/LA FLORESTA! Situated deep in the complex, this elite residence is one of the largest floor plans & has only one direct neighbor. The estate has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms & is bursting with custom upgrades & interior designer finishes. As you enter the foyer there is a beautifully appointed bedroom & full ensuite bathroom, perfect for guests. As you pass, there is a powder room & sunny sitting room that can be used as an at-home office space/sitting area. The formal dining room opens to a gourmet kitchen, which is an entertainer's dream! Highlights include a sprawling center island with bar seating, abundant storage, granite countertops & walk-in pantry. Enjoy the epitome of California living as you open the 90-degree corner patio sliders, unveiling an outdoor culinary oasis. The covered patio, with built-in BBQ, sink, refrigerator & dual electric shades makes an ideal spot for entertaining or sipping a morning cup of coffee! The patio leads out to a romantic European-inspired garden, designed by Roger's Gardens' designers, featuring a low-maintenance perennial garden, mature trees & 10ft evergreen privacy hedge. A lovely spot to enjoy the hummingbirds & butterflies! The downstairs master suite's expansive windows overlook the gardens for a peaceful retreat. A large ensuite bathroom with dual sinks, walk-in shower, abundant storage & huge walk-in closet adjoins the bedroom. Moving upstairs to the guest floor, there is a large bedroom (currently used as an office) with full bathroom & walk-in closet. A generous, sunny loft/ second living room completes the space. $100k of recent upgrades include new laundry cabinets, 2025 complete landscaping with new drip irrigation, lighting & turf, designer window shades throughout, electric patio shade, custom-laid stone fireplace, designer fixtures & wallcoverings plus full exterior paint in 2026 & interior paint in 2025. Additional highlights include a limestone driveway, whole-house water softener system, EV garage car charger & wood floors. Buena Vida residents enjoy concierge HOA management, a resort-style pool, resident gym, pickle ball courts & frequent organized social activities -perfect for an elevated active adult lifestyle. Everyday convenience is unmatched, with Whole Foods right at the community entrance & many different shopping, dining, medical & entertainment options nearby. Your new home awaits!