Welcome to this beautifully updated, like-new home that perfectly blends comfort, style, and exceptional functionality. Boasting a spacious and flowing floorplan with an open "great room" feel, the inviting main living area-anchored by a cozy fireplace-seamlessly connects to the gourmet kitchen and adjacent dining room, creating a wide-open central living space that's perfect for both everyday comfort and entertaining. Step outside through large sliding doors to a covered patio, where the expansive backyard awaits. The outdoor space is smartly designed with elegant hardscape, low-maintenance turf, and beautifully landscaped gardens-an ideal setting for year-round SoCal living. This residence features four generously sized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with its own fireplace and a massive private balcony showcasing breathtaking westerly views. The home lives like a detached single-family residence with no HOA fees, tucked away in a quiet, private, and serene location within the San Marcos School District, just blocks from the highly esteemed La Costa Meadows Elementary. As a major bonus, the property offers exceptional storage options, including a nicely finished oversized garage (2-car plus a third bay) with a pull-down ladder and spacious overhead storage. Upstairs, a hallway access leads to a massive, walkable attic, providing nearly the entire upstairs footprint as incredibly valuable usable space.