The Ranch is a private, gated community conveniently located on the West side of Valley Center. There are 50 custom built homes on one acre plus lots with cul de sac streets. This property is park like and one of the largest in the community at 2.11 acres. The setting is something remarkable to see with close to 100 different varieties of plants, trees, flowers, bushes, palms, cactus and native chaparral. Ample exposure to sunlight will allow you to enjoy year round fresh fruit, herbs and roses. This lightly lived in single story ranch style home has 3560 square feet of living space and has been maintained with a distinctive pride of ownership. The interior is contemporary with earth tone overtures. The home has updated windows, big rooms with hand troweled walls and bull nosed corners, volume and vaulted ceilings, wide hallways and doors with lever type hardware. The floors have been updated with offset 18 inch ceramic tiles throughout. The kitchen has been updated with solid stone counters, and cabinets. The baths have also been updated with 36 inch high cabinets, solid stone surfaces, fixtures and tile. The entire home is serviced by an owned "Water Boy" conditioning system. A dual zoned heating and cooling system is supplemented by an owned Enphase 30 panel solar system. The covered patio, pool and raised spa can be accessed from 4 different places in the home. The pool grounds are fenced and can be your own personal botanical garden along with an outdoor aviary year round. A pagoda and a garden bench provide a peaceful and relaxing environment. There is a drip sprinkler system, fountain, night time accent lighting and an art wall that changes color with the day. This home is perfect for multigenerational use and includes a 400 sq foot guest quarters separate from the main house with it's own 3/4 bath.