Nine minutes away from the San Diego Wild Animal Park and four minutes from Escondido Christian (Private) School, This stunning 4 bedroom, 3-bathroom beauty is tucked up on a peaceful hill just seconds away from Historical Escondido. The home boasts its own private, fully fenced backyard oasis. One bedroom and a full bathroom (with shower) are downstairs. Three bedrooms, including the primary are upstairs with two more full bathrooms. There is a sweet reading nook hidden in one of the upstairs bedrooms and even a secret walk-in attic space off one of the primary bedroom closets. Custom maple kitchen cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances all convey. The moment you enter your home the Canadian maple reclaimed barn-wood flooring will welcome you through the open floor plan of the living room, kitchen, and dining room. Two gas fireplaces; one in the living room and one in the dining room. Real wood trim, wainscoting, shiplap throughout. New carpeting and fresh paint on the inside, fresh paint on the exterior. Redwood siding, concrete tile roof, finished garage walls, newly fenced and gated backyard with drought tolerant landscaping, and two strategically placed sheds match this beautiful Cape Cod home. AC unit replaced in 2023. The owners have given meticulous care to all the details making this nest move-in ready for you. Welcome home, friend! (Buyer to cooperate with sellers 1031 exchange.)