1540 Caudor Street, Encinitas, CA 92024

Absolutely captivating, this Leucadia gem boasts 6 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, providing a luxurious sanctuary just minutes from the pristine Carlsbad State Beach. Embodying perfection, every facet of this property exudes elegance, featuring high-end finishes and meticulous attention to detail. Lush landscaping, curated by renowned designer Debora Carl, blankets the entire outdoor space, featuring over 30 palms and subterranean irrigation. The private driveway at the front entrance accommodates 4 or more cars, leading to a secured drive-through gate for ample additional parking. Upon entering, custom wide plank oak floors, off-white walls, vaulted wood-clad beamed ceilings, and abundant windows create an expansive and inviting ambiance. The main floor showcases a great room with a glassed-in gas fireplace, a spacious lounge area, and sliding doors opening to the outdoor deck. The kitchen is a masterpiece, fostering conversation and togetherness with top-of-the-line Thermador appliances, ample cabinet space, pull-out storage, and an eat-in island. The north wing on the main floor features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, while a powder room and laundry room are conveniently located off the great room. Ascend to the upper level to discover the primary bedroom with a separate walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom featuring a freestanding tub, glass walk-in shower, and double vanity. The outdoor deck, overlooking the modern pool, is an entertainer’s paradise with a lounge area, bar, and a custom cooking space with a Lynx barbecue. The pool area, surrounded by tropical foliage, includes a heated dining area with a built-in bar and beverage fridge, along with a custom fire pit and a large lounge seating area. Noteworthy features extend to the lower level, encompassing a 575 sq ft garage with custom workbenches, storage built-ins, and a Tesla charging station. A 360 sq ft basement with a separate entrance provides ample storage space. The detached 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom guest house/ADU, spanning 740 sq ft, offers privacy and includes a full kitchen, washer/dryer, and a patio dining area within a picturesque garden. A spacious growing area at the back of the property caters to both vegetable and flower gardening enthusiasts. Situated in the heart of Leucadia, this one-of-a-kind compound is mere minutes from restaurants, the Alila Marea Resort, Grandview surf beach, the I-5 freeway, shopping, and top-notch schools. Set on over 3/4 of an acre, this unparalleled home defines the quintessential Southern California living experience.