1291 Crest Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024

Property Description

Fully gated, 0.61 acre compound set back from Crest Drive with panoramic easterly views. Property can accommodate a variety of different living situations with a 4 Bedroom 3 Bath main residence, a detached 1 Bedroom 1 Bath guest house, and a detached studio/pool house. The 4 Bedroom 3 Bath main residence with 3,135 sq. ft. is in move-in condition and upgraded with newer flooring, newer doors, recessed lighting, newer bathroom vanities, an in-wall sound system and La Cantina BiFold doors. The first level consists of the kitchen, walk-in pantry, laundry area, living and family rooms and dining area. Opposite of the kitchen and pantry area is a full bathroom and a separate bedroom with exterior access. Adjoining the family room is an office nook with built in cabinetry and a large 3/4 bath. Connected is a large area than can be used as a bedroom, game room, or guest retreat. Combined with the office nook and bathroom, this entire multipurpose area could serve as an ADU/studio with a private entrance. The second level consists of the primary bedroom, newer bathroom, walk-in closet and a secondary bedroom with a loft. This upper level offers stunning easterly views and amazing sunrises. The main residence is equipped with a newer HVAC system with central A/C and heat. The property is fully fenced with multiple landscape improvements including an outdoor entertainment area with a built-in barbecue, large open patio area with built-in seating, a wood burning fireplace and five outdoor raised garden boxes that are perfect for flowers, strawberries, or organic gardening. Other landscape improvements include multiple patios, a lawn area, a deep in ground pool with an old school diving board, outdoor lighting and automatic irrigation. The fully accessorized pool house can also be utilized as a self contained studio as it is thoughtfully and stylishly enhanced with a kitchenette, 3/4 bath, and a queen sized Murphy bed. The separate, detached 1 Bedroom 1 Bath guest house is completely remodeled with a full kitchen, full sized laundry area and is approximately 550 sq. Ft. Off the bedroom is a sliding glass door that leads to a private patio. Parking consists of a 2-car garage, a 3-stall carport and enough room for several vehicles to park in the driveway. The main house is all electric. Propane gas is used for the guest house and pool house. The pool itself is heated by solar. This Encinitas location offers easy access to great schools, I-5 freeway and all types of conveniences along El Camino Real. Hop on E-Bikes and cruise to downtown Cardiff, Seaside Market, local beaches and restaurants, or head a little northwest to downtown Encinitas and Moonlight Beach. Start your day in a peaceful state with the sun rising over the distant mountains and end your day watching hot air balloons in the valley below.