1353 Mallard CT Carlsbad, CA 92011

Located behind the private gates of Bella Lago in coastal Aviara, this exceptional estate offers elevated living in one of North County's most coveted neighborhoods. Framed by lush landscaping and vibrant palms, this residence invites a lifestyle of refined comfort, just moments from award-winning Carlsbad schools, world-class golf, and scenic walking paths along the Batiquitos Lagoon. A grand stone-accented walkway and courtyard entry lead to a beautifully arched front door, setting the tone for what's inside. An attached guest suite offers its own private entrance off the courtyard, ensuite bath, and new flooring-perfect for overnight guests, multigenerational living, or creative studio space. Inside, a grand foyer with soaring two-story ceilings and a dramatic dual staircase create a striking first impression-balancing scale with warmth. A main-level office with French doors adds flexibility and could easily serve as a 6th bedroom with the addition of a closet. The formal living room exudes elegance with a stately fireplace, coffered ceilings, and French doors that open to the verdant backyard. Adjacent, the formal dining room impresses with soaring two-story ceilings and double-stacked windows that fill the space with natural light-all equipped with automated shades for ultim