Situated on a nearly -acre flat cul-de-sac lot backing to a private canyon with serene, park-like views, this home offers a beautifully landscaped, resort-style backyard with artificial turf, mature fruit trees, and an expansive Trex deck (2020) ideal for outdoor living and entertaining. Inside, the open floor plan features formal living and dining rooms with oak hardwood flooring, a separate library/den with gas fireplace, and an expanded great room with wood-burning fireplace, built-in entertainment center, surround sound, and window seating. The chef's kitchen includes top-of-the-line appliances, Taj Mahal quartz countertops, custom cabinetry with roll-out drawers, new wood flooring (2024), a breakfast nook, and French doors to the backyard. A downstairs bedroom (currently an office) with custom built-ins is adjacent to a spa-inspired bath. Upstairs offers fresh carpet and paint, a spacious primary suite with dual closets and additional storage, an upgraded bath, and two secondary bedrooms. Additional highlights include owned solar, major system updates, and a 2-car garage with built-ins. Conveniently located near Sorrento Valley, UCSD, beaches, freeways, shopping, and dining.