7307 Circulo Papayo
Carlsbad, CA 92009

This is the coveted 'European Country' model at La Costa Oaks with a sloped roofline, castle turret, two front entrances, huge two-story entrance foyer with diamond pattern Italian porcelain and marble, and a stunning spiral staircase with imported Italian iron balusters. Perched on one of the highest hills in La Costa, the home has a view of a nature preserve/mountain to the east and, to the south off the "castle turret" room, there's a distant view of Mount Soledad, the University Town Center/Golden Triangle skyline, and the ocean off the La Jolla coastline. This is the largest model of Shea Homes' Highgrove subdivision, with five bedrooms (three of which have en suite attached bathrooms). This particular section of La Costa Oaks is only a five minute walk to La Costa Town Square stores, restaurants, movie theater, and a nearby nature preserve with seasonal waterfalls. First time on the market in 16 years (original owner). One of the largest lots in La Costa Oaks, on a quieter street, and facing a cul-de-sac and a nearby mountain for a more open feel. One of the most private lots in the community. Lush landscaping with large trees for privacy. The large purple bougainvillea near the front entrance blooms most of the year and is the star of the neighborhood. Numerous upgrades to this house. One of the few homes in the area with European-style pavers for large driveway and backyard patio, rather than cement. Impressive two-story-high entry and central corridor with a custom/added three-section glass divider to the adjoining castle turret, to let more light in (unique to thi