Welcome home to The Foothills of Carlsbad. This beautifully upgraded home features an open floor plan with soaring ceilings, real wood flooring and custom paint throughout. Guests will be welcomed through a gated courtyard with lush foliage which leads to the main entry, and there's a private entry to the first-floor casita / bedroom with a full bath and closet. The 2-story tall dining room with abundant natural light and custom chandelier is adjacent to the butler pantry for convenient serving. The kitchen boasts granite surfaces, stainless appliances with double oven, and a spacious island. The family room includes built-in cabinets and access to the tropical rear yard with a redesigned patio, turf inlays, urn fountain, and built-in BBQ area. Upstairs, the landing overlooks the dining area and leads to the master suite with a private balcony, dual walk-in closets, dual sinks, soaking tub and large shower. Additional bedrooms include Jack and Jill rooms with a shared bath, and a potential 5th bedroom or flex space with ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Enjoy large rooms, a 3-car garage, and community amenities such as an Olympic-sized pool, tennis, pickle ball, basketball, tot lot parks and hiking trails.  Nature lovers will appreciate nearby hiking trails and a Calavera nature preserve. Plus, top-rated schools and within walking distance to the highly coveted STEM school: Sage Creek. Students have a choice between Carlsbad High and Sage Creek.