7971 Paseo Esmerado

Carlsbad, CA 92009

Welcome home to 7971 Paseo Esmerado! Perched atop a spacious .58-acre lot in The Ranch of Carlsbad, this stunning Craftsman offers sweeping views, generous living spaces, and a warm, welcoming feel throughout. With 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, a spacious upstairs bonus room, downstairs office/music room, and approximately 4,609 square feet, the home features a flexible layout designed to comfortably accommodate both everyday living and entertaining. This highly sought-after Centex Plan 5 floorplan includes a desirable downstairs bedroom with an ensuite bath, expansive gathering spaces, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow that connects beautifully to the backyard and surrounding views. The expansive lot offers exceptional usability with room for a future pool, outdoor dining, gardens, or play areas, while backing to permanently protected open space and wildlife preserve land that will never be built on. The canyon setting creates a rare sense of privacy, tranquility, and connection to nature, with HOA-maintained slope landscaping and preserved habitat extending beyond the property. Over the years, the home has been thoughtfully updated and meticulously maintained. Improvements include fresh interior paint, replaced first-floor flooring, a rebuilt banister, refaced kitchen cabinetry, refreshed downstairs and upstairs kids bathrooms, majority window replacement, solar panels, water softener system, whole house fan, replaced west-side fencing, and updated kitchen appliances including the Subzero refrigerator, KitchenAid dishwasher, KitchenAid oven, Thermador range and disposal. Designed to be enjoyed year-round, the backyard offers multiple spaces to gather, entertain, and unwind while taking in the views. A built-in BBQ, above-ground jacuzzi, and expansive yard create a setting that feels both peaceful and inviting. Additional highlights include a 4-car garage with substantial storage and access to top-rated schools. Located in one of North Countys most sought-after communities, the home is just minutes from shopping, restaurants, golf, trails, and the coast while still feeling tucked away and serene.

Listed by Elyse Dittrich Stassel of Nancarrow Realty Group (760) 505-3740



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