40042 Athena Lane Murrieta, CA 92562

This lovely Murrieta home offers great entertaining spaces. Notice the lovely covered front porch - perfect for relaxing and visiting. Upon entering through the double-entry doors, you can enjoy the large front room which serves well as a formal living room or a large Game/Entertainment space. There is a separate, formal dining room for family meals or dinners with guests. The great room is a flowing space beginning with a gourmet kitchen with island, pot rack, corian counters, wine rack, pantry and built-in desk/work space. This area extends to include an informal dining space and family room, complete with fireplace. Stepping outside, you'll see the luscious yard with grassy areas and a swimming pool with spa. This house offers 5 bedrooms (1 downstairs/optional office) and the others 4 upstairs. 2 of the upstairs bedrooms are considered "teen suites" and are oversized, offering walk-in closets and bonus areas. They are nearly 2-rooms-in-one! The bright and airy master has a glass door out to a balcony and the bath is complete with large soaking tub, separate shower, dual sinks and large walk-in closet with dual doors. Stepping out back, enjoy the luscious yard with both grassy areas and a built-in pool and raised spa with a pleasant spillway into the pool below. The yard boasts spaces for relaxing or entertaining as well, with a patio area and side yards that are useable for sitting, gardening and more. There are fruit trees, roses and other pleasant aspects of this private backyard. There is a laundry room on the main level with storage cupboards, counters and a convenie