This beautiful 3 bedroom/2.5 bath home in San Marcos with Solar offers a secluded front porch, gated yard and is move-in ready! Spacious downstairs office/den can easily be converted into a 4th bedroom. It is nestled on a private street at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac, with no neighbors on one side and bordering a beautifully maintained green space by the Vineyard Hills HOA. This exceptional updated home boasts an inviting open-concept grand room with high ceilings, an inviting fireplace and complete with a Chef's kitchen featuring granite counters, plenty of cabinet space with accent lights, bar seating and a large walk-in pantry. Enjoy the luxury of a spacious fenced-in yard and patio directly accessible from the living room. Gated access to the yard from both the front and rear of the property adds convenience, making it an ideal setting for entertaining and relishing the beautiful weather. The spacious master bedroom has a walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom with dual sinks, a separate glass surround shower and separate soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms upstairs are on the opposite side from the master, one bedroom updated with beautiful wainscoting detail and crown molding. Enjoy the convenience of a two-car attached garage plus a private third car parking space adjacent to the garage. Recent upgrades include new interior paint (2024), solar panels and aquasure whole house water softener (2021), Nest thermostat, custom-built mudroom upon entry from the garage and a stunning remodel of the spacious laundry room including granite countertops, new flooring, paint, cabinets & shelving. The garage has been enhanced with epoxy floors, a WIFI-enabled garage door opener, insulated garage door, a storage rack, custom LED lighting and a Ring camera. Situated within the prestigious San Marcos school district, this home benefits from being in a highly acclaimed educational environment and desirable location. Close proximity to parks, hiking trails, shopping, restaurants, gym, sprinter, schools, Cal State San Marcos and easy access to the freeway. Tax Records show 3 bedrooms, however there is an optional downstairs 4th bedroom with custom built-in shelving, doors but no built-in closet. It was previously being used as an office.