Set on a premium, elevated lot surrounded by a natural buffer on a cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after Casas de Ventana neighborhood, this meticulously maintained home offers luxury living w/ modern updates and an unbeatable location. Enjoy the breathtaking city, mountain, & sunset views from this north/south-oriented property. This 3-bed, 3-bath home features an open layout w/ ceramic tile & concrete flooring (no carpet) , a double-sided fireplace, and a separate formal dining room. The renovated bathrooms offer custom tile surrounds, new dual sink vanities, new cabinets, new granite counters, updated fixtures, mirrors, & lighting. The chef's kitchen is a dream w/ custom cabinetry (2016), granite countertops, & SS appliances, including a hood vent, a SS farm sink, a custom tile backsplash, and a breakfast bar with pendant lighting. The spacious walk-in pantry offers ample storage.The current owner has completely transformed the backyard with the addition of the pool (2016), a outdoor kitchen with a built-in Lynx BBQ, a gas burner, SS beverage refrigerator, gorgeous matte granite countertop, a covered patio, and low-maintenance landscaping. Backyard is fully enclosed with a masonry stucco wall that has a metal gate to access the land beyond the wall. Additional features include a 3-car garage with epoxy floors, extra storage, a whole-house water filtration system, and a new AC unit (2021).Located within the top-rated District #16 schools, including Ventana Vista Elementary with a Spanish Immersion program, the home also offers a walking trail to the school. Minutes from Whole Foods, dining, and shopping, and close to Ventana Canyon, Skyline, and La Paloma Country Clubs, as well as hiking trails in the Catalina Mountains. Experience the perfect foothills lifestyle with a blend of luxury, privacy, and convenience.