Stunning former model home with elegant upgrades offers panoramic views in the prestigious guard gated community of Hillcrest Estates. This light, bright open floor plan has been immaculately maintained and features gleaming wide plank hardwood floors, fully permitted loft, private office and main floor guest suite with full bathroom. The gourmet kitchen offers newer appliances including Sub Zero refrigerator, Wolf stove top, double Dutch GE oven, Bosch dishwasher and stainless hood. The kitchen is further enhanced by custom tile counter tops/back splash, center island w/prep sink, pantry and breakfast nook. The kitchen flows into the adjacent family room with double-sided brick fireplace, custom built-ins, window coverings, crown molding, ceiling fan and French door to the inspiring views and outdoor entertaining areas. Enter the home through double doors and into a foyer with towering ceilings, dramatic staircase and abundant natural light. Formal living and dining rooms are off the entry and feature custom wainscoting, cove lighting, crown molding, custom built-ins and fireplace with granite surround. Ascend the staircase with elegant wood banister to the upper level and be greeted by open hallways, a massive loft, private office, 3 additional bedrooms and 3 bathrooms upstairs. One of the secondary bedrooms has an en-suite bathroom and the other 2 secondary bedrooms share a full bathroom. The spacious master suite offers a marble fireplace, elegant dark wood built-ins and private deck that overlooks the elegantly landscaped back yard with mesmerizing views of the city lights, hills and Saddleback Mountain. The luxurious master bath features a jetted tub, dual sinks, vanity, walk-in closet and designer tile counter tops. Excellent curb appeal is further enhanced by tumbled paver stone used in the curved driveway and patios in the private rear yard, creating an ideal venue for entertaining and alfresco dining. Other amenities include whole house speakers in most rooms with volume controls, crown molding, ceiling fans, plantation shutters, cove ceilings and 3 car garage with epoxy floors and overhead storage racks. Turn-key ready for the next lucky owners!