1514 Rubenstein Ave

Extraordinary ocean & sunset views from this Cardiff home. Enjoy the multiple outdoor living spaces beginning with the private front courtyard which is like stepping into a Zen garden complete with trickling fountains, lush succulent & rock garden amid old growth trees shading the perimeter of the courtyard. The courtyard includes a modern fire pit and multiple conversation areas that lead to the front entry with 4 stacked stone columns leading to the foyer. Enter to warm wood flooring and a short stairway up to the main living area with vaulted wood ceilings. The home exudes warmth with a casual elegance radiating from every space. The owner has lovingly remodeled almost every space in this home to provide easy coastal living with casual yet elegant design that enhance the location and views. Slide away doors off the family room open to a large balcony creating ample outdoor living space to include a casual seating & dining area with spectacular ocean views. The kitchen has been remodeled with sleek European designed cabinets stone countertops, large decorative tiled backsplash, and farm sink with views to the ocean. The kitchen provides stainless appliance package including a wine caddy and trash compactor. The long countertop provides bar seating and separation to the family room with a gas burning fireplace and floor to ceiling views to the west. Adjacent to kitchen/family room is the formal living/dining room space. Living room has vaulted wood ceiling and beams with modern accent lighting highlighting the stacked stone fireplace complimenting the wood ceiling & floors. The dining area is surrounded by shuttered windows with modern industrial style chandelier. This area conveniently opens to kitchen with a countertop and wine caddy below. On the same level is the master bedroom suite with slider to balcony and stairs down to the lower backyard with large inground spa. The master suite includes a new bathroom with dual sinks, wall closet and dressing area. A separate room for toilet and step-in shower. Down the hall is another bedroom with ample wall closet. Guest bathroom with tub, step-in shower, and dual sinks. From the front foyer a short stairway down leads to a den with gas burning fireplace and slider door to backyard. Surrounding the den is an office/bedroom, guest bedroom, bathroom that leads to office/exercise room. On the opposite side of den in a large laundry room with utility sink, ample countertops, and storage. There is an entrance to 3-car garage plus a side door to the back yard patio. Backyard is completely fenced providing a private, tranquil environment with large in ground spa, lounge & patio seating, grass area surrounded by lush landscaping and lighting creating a wonderful entertaining space in addition to the balcony providing a covered patio with market lights to dine, BBQ or to play Ping Pong. Backyard is gated, adjacent to garage with easy access to coastal walks, parks, shopping & beaches.