This modernized open and airy St. Croix model floor plan is located in Sun City Palm Desert, an upscale guard gated active adult community. A beautifully upgraded 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home has over 2,100 square feet of living space, including a large den and a hobby room. The gated courtyard welcomes you inside to the great room with travertine tiles and fireplace.  The bright open kitchen has been remodeled with granite counter tops, a granite waterfall countertop on an expanded chef's island, breakfast bar, all stainless appliances with double ovens, gas cooktop and upgraded cabinetry. The large master bedroom suite has sliding doors leading to the very private Northeast facing backyard that features an above ground spa, a relaxing water feature and extensive use of colored concrete, desert landscaping and citrus trees. Perfect backyard for outdoor entertaining. The master bath has been upgraded with granite counter tops and fixtures, and the walk-in closet has been completely organized with custom drawers and shelves. The guest bathroom has also been upgraded with granite counter tops and fixtures. This home has been recently painted outside, along with the colored concrete. The two cars plus golf cart garage have a mini split air conditioner, lots of cabinets for storage, and epoxy flooring.