




Tucked behind a custom electric gated entrance on 3.55 acres, this beautifully upgraded custom single-level home offers a rare combination of privacy, space, distinctive architecture, and true move-in-ready living in Valley Center’s scenic Lilac/Couser Canyon area. Offering approximately 2,040 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the home reflects quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design throughout. From its architectural details to the carefully considered improvements, exceptional attention to detail is evident from the moment you arrive along the tree-lined drive. Inside, soaring 10-foot ceilings and an open-concept design create a bright and spacious feel. The thoughtfully remodeled kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring a permanent built-in island with quartz countertop, a KitchenAid commercial-style gas cooktop, and an easy connection to the main living and entertaining spaces. Newer tile flooring throughout the main living areas and a wood-burning stove in the living room, installed in November 2025, add warmth, character, and comfort. Designed to embrace the Southern California lifestyle, the home offers inviting indoor-outdoor living with custom covered patios, a secluded courtyard ideal for entertaining, low-maintenance mature landscaping, and peaceful views that enhance the property’s sense of privacy and seclusion. Olive trees, low-water deciduous trees, and a variety of fruit trees—including avocado, navel orange, guava, Meyer lemon, and lime—add to the property’s distinctive country setting. The majority of the property is enclosed by substantial 6-foot chain-link fencing and offers abundant parking and room for RVs and larger vehicles. A large storage shed, chicken coop, and two large raised planter boxes are already in place, while the expansive acreage offers exciting potential for agricultural uses, additional improvements, or a possible ADU. The backyard is separately enclosed, offering additional space for pets, play, or outdoor enjoyment. Additional features include natural gas rather than propane and a 2-inch water meter. While the property feels peaceful and private, it is approximately 15 minutes from I-15, with shopping, dining, boutique wineries, and other North County San Diego amenities within easy reach. Meticulously maintained, thoughtfully upgraded, and surrounded by space and privacy, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy the Valley Center lifestyle without sacrificing comfort, quality, or convenience.
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
2,040
Lot Size
154,638 sqft
Year Built
2008
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
0
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
NDP2607486
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, See Remarks, Unfurnished, Wired For Data, Wired For Sound, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Carpet, Tile
Fireplace
Free Standing, Living Room, See Remarks, Wood Burning
Accessibility
Safe Emergency Egress From Home, No Stairs, Parking
Appliances
Six Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooking, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, See Remarks
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, See Remarks
Total Parking Spaces
12
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
10
Attached Garage
Yes
Parking Features
Boat, Direct Access, Door Single, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, On Site, Paved, Private, Rv Access Parking, See Remarks
Fencing
Chain Link
Security
Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Security Gate, Smoke Detectors
Construction
Copper Plumbing
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Tile
Lot Features
Back Yard, Corners Marked, Desert Back, Desert Front, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Horse Property, Lot Over40000 Sqft, Rectangular Lot, Secluded, Sprinklers Manual, Sprinkler System
Sewer
Perc Test Required, Septic Tank
Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Rural
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| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
1 | Vivian Banks Charter Charter School |
5 | Lilac Elementary School |
5 | Bonsall High High School |
7 | Norman L. Sullivan Middle Middle School |
1 | Oak Glen High High School |
Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features