Located in the sought-after Skylark community of San Marcos, this beautifully upgraded newer home offers privacy, hillside views, and access to nearby trails with no direct neighbor behind. Built in 2023, the home features a flexible five-bedroom layout including a desirable downstairs ensuite bedroom, ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or a private home office. Inside, the open floorplan is designed for modern living with abundant natural light, luxury vinylwide-plank flooring, recessed lighting, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The chef's kitchen features a large center island, quartz countertops, an induction cooktop, stainless steel appliances, walk-in pantry, and extensive cabinetry, all opening to the main living space and covered outdoor patio through oversized sliding doors.  The spacious primary suite offers peaceful hillside views and a luxurious bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, separate shower, and a custom California Closet walk-in wardrobe. Upstairs also includes a versatile loft ideal for a media room, office, or play space. One of the home's standout features is the backyard retreat-complete with a covered patio, sparkling pool and spa, and scenic hillside backdrop that creates a private setting for entertaining or relaxing.  Additional highlights include a three-car garage, large laundry room with sink and cabinetry, generous under-stair storage, water softener, water filtration systems, custom closet systems, and landscape lighting. Residents of the Skylark community enjoy neighborhood parks, playgrounds, trails, and recreational spaces including bocce courts, with additional planned community amenities. The location offers convenient access to shopping, dining, Palomar College, Cal State San Marcos, golf courses, and nearby Highway 78 for commuting throughout North County. A rare opportunity to own a newer home with a pool, views, and open-space privacy in one of San Marcos' most desirable communities.