Surrounded by gently rolling natural hillsides, the gated neighborhood of Catania is among the finest within San Clemente’s sought-after Talega community. Here, on a tranquil cul-de-sac street, a home of genuine distinction is newly enriched with upgrades and offers ample room and an abundance of luxury. Fresh designer paint, graceful archways, plantation shutters, high ceilings, crown molding, high-end carpet and tile flooring characterize the sophisticated interior of the two-story design, which measures approximately 3,547 square feet. Five bedrooms and four baths include a main-floor bedroom, a second-level ensuite with Juliet balcony, and a master suite with view deck, walk-in closet, jetted spa tub, shower with bench, and separate vanities. Formal living and dining rooms complement a casual great room with fireplace and built-in entertainment center, with a separate custom media system featured in the upstairs loft. New stainless-steel KitchenAid appliances shine in a dual-island kitchen with mocha-finished cabinetry, a desk, built-in refrigerator, fashionable quartz countertops, and a large breakfast room with French doors opening to the backyard. A unique and elegant staircase accesses both the foyer and the kitchen. Canyon, hill and city-light views are enjoyed from a homesite of 5,575 square feet that features a turn-in driveway, loggia, and a built-in BBQ island with stone top.