Sunrise views, rare glimpses of the snow-capped Laguna Mountains, & the privacy of a cul-de-sac setting create a truly special place to call home. Located in the sought-after Barrington neighborhood of Calavera Hills & views to a nature preserve, this beautifully positioned 4 bed, 3 bath home offers space, light, & scenic surroundings. Set on a spacious lot with only one neighbor to the west and a home behind set below, creating an open, peaceful setting. Eastern exposure fills the home w/natural light & captures views of Mt. Calavera, Lake, & surrounding hills. Vaulted ceilings, expansive windows, & LVP flooring enhance the bright, airy interior, while formal living & dining areas provide space to entertain. Flexible floor plan inc a downstairs bedroom & remodeled full bath, ideal for guests or home office. Open kitchen features white cabinetry, granite countertops, SS appliances, & bar seating, flowing into the family room w/fireplace. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a private balcony w/sunrise views, a remodeled bath w/dual vanities, soaking tub, walk-in shower, & walk in closet. 2 additional bedrooms are light-filled, & an upstairs laundry room inc washer/dryer. Backyard is designed for SoCal living w/built in gas BBQ & lush landscape. Over $120K spent on new upgrades! Dual-stage AC, new windows on E side of home, tankless WH. Paid-off solar system-11 panels/Enphase microinverters producing up to 650 kWh, & 220V EV charging port. Enjoy easy access to Calavera Hills Park, scenic trails around Mt. Calavera, top-rated schools, shopping, dining, & Carlsbad beaches. The surrounding Calavera Hills community offers an exceptional outdoor lifestyle. Just a short distance to Calavera Hills Park provides open green space, playgrounds, and sports fields, while nearby trailheads connect to miles of scenic hiking and biking paths through the 260 acre Calavera Hills Nature Preserve. Trails wind around Calavera Lake and lead toward Mt. Calavera, a beloved local landmark, a volcanic plug offering panoramic summit views across North County and toward the Pacific Ocean. Local High Rated Schools include Calavera Hills Elem, Calavera Hills Middle School, Carlsbad High School. Shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences are nearby. Carlsbad’s renowned beaches are just under 4 miles west, The Crossings Golf Course appox 3.5 miles away, just a short drive from area favorites like Legoland, Carlsbad Flower Fields, & Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall. With its rare combination of privacy, scenic views, protected open space, and coastal convenience, this home offers the opportunity to experience the very best of Carlsbad living with year round beautiful weather.