Looking for a home that's been beautifully designed and meticulously maintained? 742 Merkley Drive offers a 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with a bright, private, south-facing backyard oasis, saltwater above-ground pool, mature gardens and apple trees. In spring and summer, the backyard truly comes alive, with lush greenery, gardens and apple trees in full bloom creating a private setting made for long summer days by the pool. As the seasons change, those blossoms give way to fresh apples - perfect for picking from your own backyard. Inside, you'll find a renovated kitchen with quartz counters, large island and quality new appliances such as a built-in oven with air fryer, gas range, high-efficiency hood fan, and fridge. The main floor boasts elegant formal living and dining rooms, along with a bright family room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Upstairs features four large bedrooms. Worth highlighting is the light-filled primary retreat with walk-in closet and a showpiece 5-piece ensuite with soaker tub, glass shower, double vanity and chandelier. The fully finished basement offers a large living space with gas fireplace, a flex room perfect for teenagers or guest accommodations with a newly updated 3-piece ensuite. The home is also complete with a double garage, mud room with laundry, waterfall quartz counters and cabinetry, a new insulated garage door, and Wakefield Bridge metal roof. Offering space, style and a backyard you'll look forward to enjoying throughout the seasons, this home has it all in an easy to maintain and central location in Fallingbrook - a community known for its proximity to great schools, parks, recreation, and shopping! (id:24093)