Coastal living in Rancho Santa Fe! Double gated estate with a magnificent ocean view overlooking 978 acre San Elijo Lagoon and Preserve. Plucked from the pages of a storybook, this multi-generational compound offers a four bedroom main residence plus a separate one bedroom guest cottage with living room, kitchenette, balcony, views, and two stairwells (one ADA compliant) and has its own address. Quick and easy access to I-5 and all conveniences! Spectacular views can be enjoyed from many rooms including the covered brick laid loggia overlooking the exquisitely maintained rose gardens with meandering paths and parklike grounds. Warm hardwood floors welcome you through the impressive leaded glass front doors into the foyer with a graceful curved staircase leading to the master suite with a separate office. The main floor has formal living with hand-carved fireplace mantel and sweeping ocean views. The dining room connects Butler's pantry and eat in kitchen with separate breakfast nook overlooking the backyard. Children's wing with three en suite bedrooms are all connected with a bonus/flex room offering work space and gorgeous ocean views. Backyard is an entertainer's dream with salt water, beach entry pool, spa, slide, magical outdoor shower, open air pool cabana, two fireplaces, two separate barbecue stations, pizza oven and a firepit with sit down, ocean views. Situated on 2.86 acres, including a mature lemon grove, additional highlights of this incredible cottage-style estate include fully paid solar, a batting cage, shuffleboard, and vegetable garden. A legacy estate of rare scale, craftsmanship, character and beauty located in one of RSF's most exclusive communities. Come on Home today!!!