San Diego Union-Tribune (Sunday)
Casual elegance
Designed for the Southern California indoor-outdoor lifestyle, this contemporary home combines open airy spaces with a Spanish aesthetic for a warm welcoming atmosphere. Set on the edge of protected open space in the Tiburon neighborhood of Stonebridge Estates in Scripps Ranch, the property affords privacy while opening to mountain and valley views. With five bedrooms and six bathrooms in 5,535-square-feet of living space, the home has room to spread out, entertain guests and get together with the family. The soaring, two-storyhigh ceiling in the living room sets the tone for the home’s casual elegance. The design allows for an easy flow from formal living room to formal dining area. Numerous updates include wood floors and custom light fixtures. New carpeting and a fresh coat of paint were added this month. The gourmet kitchen has a large island for cooking and gathering plus a cozy breakfast nook with bench
seating adjacent to a spacious family room with fireplace. The primary bedroom is a quiet retreat with a sitting area and large bathroom and private balcony. The home also includes a bonus room and loft/office as well as a detached casita with a full bathroom and a kitchenette. Owned photovoltaic solar powers the automated home as well as the saltwater pool in the backyard. The home’s indooroutdoor design starts with a gated front patio and includes an intimate interior courtyard as well as the backyard, which is designed for entertaining all ages. The property is tucked away from big-city hustle and bustle but is close to everything San Diego has to offer and is within the highly-rated Poway School District.