Room to Grow, Space to Breathe: Coastal Comfort Meets Single-Level Ease. Gated privacy, flexible living, and a lifestyle your whole family - or next chapter - will love! Experience effortless coastal living in this beautifully updated single-level home, located in The Summit at Cantebria - a gated enclave of just 19 homes in the heart of Encinitas. This rare find offers privacy, convenience, and relaxed elegance, just minutes from beaches, shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation. Designed with lifestyle in mind, the open layout features cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, skylights, and arched clerestory windows that bathe the home in natural light. The updated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, a pantry, breakfast nook, and bar seating, and flows seamlessly into the spacious family room with a cozy fireplace - perfect for everyday living and entertaining alike. French doors open to a lush, fully fenced backyard with mature landscaping, peaceful mountain views, and cool coastal breezes. Whether you're enjoying morning coffee, hosting alfresco dinners, or stargazing at night, this private retreat invites you to relax and recharge. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms, there's plenty of space to host guests, work from home, or simply spread out. Notable features include plantation shutters, owned solar, central air conditioning, and an attached two-car garage. This home is part of a friendly, connected community with quick access to Moonlight Beach, scenic trails, and top local schools - making it an ideal fit for families and anyone planning for the future. If you're looking for more than just a place to live - if you want a home that supports an active, connected, and laid-back lifestyle - this is the one. Some photos virtually staged.