Live in prestigious Rancho La Quinta Country Club! Ideally located above the 15th fairway of the Robert Trent Jones Jr. Course, this turn-key furnished Encanto II plan offers dramatic views of the colorful Chocolate Mountains & a shimmering lake. Ultra-private cul-de-sac in the interior of Rancho La Quinta with charm to spare! Featuring 2,924 SF, 2 bedrooms in the main house & a detached 2 room Casita. The 2nd room in the Casita can accommodate a Queen bed or is perfect for an office or den. Expanded approx. 4 car AC garage with extensive built-in storage-newer faux wood garage door. Once inside the home, an impressive 16 ft. circular rotunda entry invites you into the living room with an attractive fireplace & a formal dining area. The refrigerated wine cabinet in the DR is included. The neutral porcelain tile, high volume ceilings, massive fleetwood slider in the Family Room & dynamic fireplace create a sense of space & frame views of the lushly landscaped backyard & views beyond. The owner will enjoy entertaining guests around 2 firepits during those romantic evenings - Room to add a spa or small pool in rear yard. Community pool/spa is across the street in the cul-de-sac. The gourmet kitchen has been updated & modified with a newer array of stainless steel appliances, refinished millwork with hardware pulls, custom drawers added & a custom walk-in pantry. The primary bedroom suite takes full advantage of the home's view & opens directly to the backyard. The sumptuous bath suite offers 2 walk-in closets, dual vanities, bathroom counters, luxurious tub with an elevated ''fire on Ice'' electric fireplace & dual entry framless shower doors. The interior guest bedroom is ensuite & owner has added a wall to wall mirrored closet in addition to the original closet. Updated pavers in the driveway, entry & backyard. A variety of fruit trees grace the beautiful yard. HOA dues of $1,198 per month includes the use of the fantastic fully renovated club house, social, dining facilities, fitness center, Jr. Olympic pool, 6 community pools, 9 tennis courts, 8 pickle courts, bocce ball, 24 hr. security, direct TV, Internet, trash, landscaping of front yard. A fabulous new fitness center with a lap pool is now underway. Very friendly neighbors & staff. Turn-key furnished per seller's approved inventory. This is a rare find.