Offered for the first time, this Madrid Del Lago VIEW home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac along a single-loaded street where location matters. Take in sweeping LAKE & MOUNTAIN VIEWS, beautiful sunrises, & peaceful surroundings, all while enjoying a FRONT ROW SEAT to the summer fireworks from both the backyard & the primary bedroom balcony. Ideal for buyers ready to add their own style, this home offers incredible potential while the unbeatable location, views, great bones, & functional floor plan are already in place. It’s ready for a full cosmetic refresh giving you the chance to truly make it your own. Offering 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, plus a versatile den that works beautifully as an office or exercise room, or can be enclosed to create a fourth bedroom or nursery. The main level welcomes you with a double-door entry leading into a formal living room, flowing through classic archways into the formal dining area. High ceilings & natural light create an open, airy feel. The kitchen is spacious, and functional with generous counter space, ample storage, two pantries, & a cheerful window overlooking the backyard with a glimpse of the lake. Enjoy casual meals at the counter bar or in the nearby kitchen nook that opens to the family room with a gas fireplace & picturesque view. The kitchen & family room feature double-pane windows, along with a sliding glass door that leads to the backyard. Downstairs also includes a powder room, guest closet, wet bar with sink, and a mudroom-style laundry area with extra storage, conveniently located between the family room & garage. The upstairs primary suite features double doors, a gas fireplace, and access to an extra-large balcony with STUNNING LAKE & MOUNTAIN VIEWS, perfect for unwinding and taking it all in. The primary bathroom remains original and offers a wonderful opportunity to update & create a spa-like retreat. It includes dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, two large closets (including a walk-in). Additional bedrooms are generously sized with ample closet space. A full bath with a convenient laundry chute and ample linen storage completes the upper level. The backyard offers a peaceful setting with palm trees swaying in the breeze, grass area, lemon tree and did I mention it's the perfect spot to enjoy multiple 4th of July and end-of-summer fireworks shows? Just minutes from Lake Mission Viejo, with boating, concerts, and more, plus nearby trails, parks, top-rated schools, dining & wine bar.