Welcome to this stunning end-unit residence that truly shows like a model home. Very lightly lived in over the past five years as a third home, this beautifully maintained property is in exceptional condition and offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience. Bathed in natural light thanks to its desirable south-facing orientation, the home enjoys sunshine throughout the day and an inviting indoor-outdoor feel. The open concept floor plan features upgraded finishes throughout, including elegant 12" x 24" Arizona tile flooring, upgraded baseboards, custom roller shades, designer lighting, and high ceilings with impressive 8-foot doors. At the heart of the home is a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring anti-microbial quartz countertops, a stunning glass tile backsplash, gas cooking, a large center island with breakfast bar seating, and an oversized walk-in pantry. The spacious living and dining areas flow seamlessly together, creating the perfect setting for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, a convenient laundry room with abundant storage and utility sink, and a luxurious primary suite complete with a private balcony, spa-inspired bathroom, soaking tub, separate shower, dual vanities, and a large walk-in closet. The upper landing also features custom built-in storage cabinets for added functionality. Additional upgrades include an electric vehicle charging outlet in the garage, custom front door invisible screen, mirrored wardrobe doors in a secondary bedroom, central heating and air conditioning, in-ceiling 5-speaker surround sound system with A/V prewire, and prewired data and voice connections throughout the home. A fiber-ready network cabinet is located in the primary closet, offering modern connectivity for today's lifestyle. The bathrooms have been thoughtfully upgraded with elegant Piedrafina countertops and custom glass backsplashes unique to each space. Residents enjoy access to The Preserve's resort-style amenities, including a grand beach-entry pool, spa, fitness center, BBQ areas, outdoor fireplace, dog park and an extensive network of walking trails that connect to Carlsbad's community trail system. Located within the highly acclaimed Carlsbad Unified School District and just minutes from shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, beaches, freeways, golf, and everyday conveniences, this turnkey home offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the very best of coastal North County living.