ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS... A true gem and a great value! This beautifully appointed and former model home is just down the street from the fabulous community 'Splash' pool in the highly desirable La Costa Oaks neighborhood. It features a total of 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, with the 3rd-car garage stall built-out as a media room or can be used as an office, complete with a ceiling fan, upper & lower cabinetry, storage closet and a separate entrance via the side garage door (it can also be converted back to a 3-car garage, if desired). This very popular floor plan has one bedroom w/ensuite on the entry level which is perfect for guests, in-laws or an in-home office. The kitchen opens to the family room and has white cabinetry, a large center island, solid granite countertops, KitchenAid stainless appliances including a 5-burner cook-top & convection/microwave oven, and there is ample storage w/both a small butler's pantry & an additional larger pantry. There is a spacious main bedroom and 3 secondary bedrooms located upstairs. The main retreat features crown molding, a ceiling fan, in-ceiling speakers and a beautiful farm door leading to a spa-like bathroom w/two large custom closets with lovely built-ins, separate vanities, a large soaking tub and shower stall. The other upstairs bedrooms share a full bath with dual-sinks and there is a dedicated laundry room just down the hall w/a wet-sink & storage cabinets. Other notable amenities include rich wood flooring downstairs, ceiling fans in all bedrooms & family room, shutters throughout, in-ceiling speakers in the family room & dining area, 5" baseboards, central heating/air, a security system, tankless water heater and a 2-car garage with a coat/shoe storage area, built-in cabinets, overhead racks & epoxy flooring. The backyard is private & peaceful with a large built-in BBQ and flat screen TV to maximize enjoyment during those special get-togethers with family and friends. With no other homes directly across the street, there is plenty of additional parking and the neighborhood is surrounded by hillside & mountain views. The La Costa Oaks community offers a plethora of amenities, including a clubhouse, pools/spas, fitness center, BBQ areas and parks. All this, plus A+ schools (Encinitas Union & San Dieguito Union) and lots of nearby activities, trails, restaurants, shops & the beautiful beaches of North County. Dare to Dream, then make it yours! Buyer/Buyer's agent to verify all information in the MLS/marketing materials!