This gorgeous 5 bed + office + 2 lofts, 4.5 bath home is situated in the desirable Derby Hill neighborhood surrounded by open space in Carmel Valley. Lush landscaping and a dramatic entry courtyard welcome you home. Step into a formal circular entry with a den featuring French doors to the courtyard and a convenient powder room adjacent – perfect for your home office! This home is designed for guests or multigenerational living! The separate casita has an ensuite bathroom and its own separate entry from the courtyard with a balcony that overlooks the courtyard. In the main home, there is also a spacious first floor bedroom with ensuite bathroom. The entertainer’s dream kitchen boasts slab granite countertops, European-style maple cabinetry, and stainless-steel GE appliances. The formal dining room was designed for indoor/outdoor entertaining, with French doors that usher you out to the private courtyard. The great room walks out to the lush backyard with a covered patio and lawn, your serene space for outdoor living year-round. Upstairs, the sprawling master suite is your luxurious retreat for starting and ending each day, featuring a fireplace and two spacious walk-in closets. The spa-inspired bathroom offers two separate marble vanities, a deep soaking tub, marble and glass shower, and Kohler fixtures. Two large and bright Jack and Jill bedrooms share a bathroom with a dual vanity. Two bright upstairs lofts have endless possibilities for use: homework space, teen room, home gym, and more! A convenient upstairs laundry room makes laundry day easy. Pardee’s empower LivingSmart homes include energy efficient features such as efficient lighting, ENERGY STAR appliances, tankless water heaters, and low-flow fixtures. This quiet neighborhood is perfectly situated in a central location close to everything. Walk to hiking and biking trails through the open space preserves, Sage Canyon School, and Sage Canyon parks with sports fields and a playground. You’re just up the road from the shopping and amenities at Torrey Hills Center and have an easy commute anywhere with close access to I-5 and 56.