Adorable beach cottage in the 55+ section of the fabulous neighborhood of Colony Cove. This beach cottage has been updated throughout with a remodeled kitchen (wall taken down to open to living area) with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, built in pantry and storage with pull-out drawers. Laundry area has its own hidden cabinet (full size). Built in dining nook with storage under bench. Dining and kitchen open to a cozy sitting area that features a marble front gas fireplace with a remote-controlled starter. Additional living area (was previously a third bedroom) has more built-in storage and book shelves. Room can easily be converted back to a third bedroom if desired. Two full bathrooms were also updated with stand-up showers and new vanities, lighting, towel warmers and new toilets. All hardware and fixtures have also been updated with a classic brushed steel finish. Primary bedroom has a slider that leads to the back patio where you can sit and enjoy a glass of wine with neighbors while listening to the babbling brook nearby. Secondary bedroom has a slider that leads to a sunny atrium perfect for gardening or relaxing with a book and a cup of coffee. Other upgrades include popcorn ceilings removed, entire interior painted in cool, neutral tones, plantation shutters throughout including all sliders, canned lighting with dimmers in kitchen and living areas along with ceiling fans in most rooms and square footage added. New Cool Roof tiles recently replaced the older roof. These tiles reflect the UV rays to keep the home cooler. There is a peak ocean view from the front which also allows ocean breezes to cool the home through the cute Dutch door. The full ocean view can be enjoyed with a short walk to the common area outfitted with benches to sit with neighbors and watch the sunset. Home also has central AC and heat. One car garage is right next to the unit to make for easy unloading of groceries, etc. These units are considered condominiums but do not share a common wall. Just attached by the garages and/or atriums. Other common areas to enjoy include a pool, clubhouse with library and kitchenette. This is one of the friendliest neighborhoods in San Clemente with convenient access to the Outlet Mall, restaurants, beach, pier, train station and Avenida Del Mar with more shopping and great restaurants.