Excellent opportunity to own a VILLA PARAISA floorplan in the sought-after Gate 11 neighborhood of the Laguna Woods senior community. Boasting a panoramic view of trees and hills from its large open rear patio, this residence is ideally situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac far from busy roads and noisy highways. The Villa Paraisa is one of the largest floorplan in the Village with approximately 1800 sq. ft. of living space including three bedrooms and two baths. The grand double door entry opens to an impressive foyer with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. The enormous versatile living room easily accommodates large furnishings and features built-in shelving and a wood-burning fireplace. The original living room wet bar has been converted to a more practical display case with glass shelving and storage space with pull-out drawers. Sliding glass doors in both the living room and dining room open to the rear patio (with retractable cover) that is the perfect location for outdoor entertaining, dining and relaxing. This home has an excellent floorplan for large-scale social events! The large kitchen includes a cozy breakfast nook and a generous amount of counter and cabinet space, walk-in pantry, instant water tap, built-in water filter and a garden window above the sink. The huge primary bedroom suite is just off the entry foyer through French doors and is separate from the common areas and guest bedrooms allowing for enhanced privacy. The small outdoor atrium just off the primary bedroom brings in lots of natural sunlight. The primary bathroom features a heated floor and a roll-in shower with grab bars, dual shower heads and convenient multiple accessory shelves. The rear guest bedroom currently serves as an office with built-in shelving and a computer workstation. This space could also serve as a home gym, arts and crafts studio, sewing room or easily be converted back to a bedroom. The guest bathroom has a walk-in bathtub. Additional upgrades throughout include smooth ceilings, crown molding, recessed lighting, dual-pane windows and new central HVAC (installed 2023) with Nest smart thermostat. The attached two-car garage features abundant storage capacity including an attic with an automatic lift and it has convenient direct access to the main residence via a separate laundry room. The extended driveway easily accommodates up to four additional vehicles. Do not miss this exceptional Laguna Woods luxury home!