A RARE FIND! Tucked into the quiet Palomino Lakeside Estates cul-de-sac, this gorgeous Mediterranean-inspired home is a hidden retreat. Hand-troweled stucco, layered low-profile rooflines, and graceful arches create a timeless exterior that feels transported from a sun-drenched European countryside. Set on a generous 0.34-acre lot, the home enjoys a sense of privacy and calm. A recessed, courtyard-style front entry creates a sheltered and intentional arrival. Double front doors open to a skylit foyer where sightlines stretch upward to vertical wood beams, a striking architectural detail borrowed from California hillside and chalet-style homes that keeps the space open, bright, and beautifully defined. At the heart of the home, vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a striking three-sided fireplace create a natural gathering place. The kitchen, dining, and living areas flow effortlessly beneath a skylight that fills the space with natural light. The kitchen brings updated countertops, stainless-steel appliances including a double oven, and a center island made for Sunday morning pancakes, homework spread-outs, and everything in between. Just off the living room, a front-facing deck extends the living space outdoors. As the days slowly stretch longer, this becomes the spot for morning coffee wrapped in a sweater, unhurried afternoons with a book, and wine-filled evenings. The deck is ready for a light refresh, offering the opportunity to choose the paint or stain that suits your style. The main level offers three bedrooms — including a primary retreat with its own private 3/4 bathroom with tiled walk-in shower — plus a full bath that serves the additional bedrooms. Downstairs, the lower level opens to a family room centered around a second three-sided fireplace. Just beyond, a connected fitness space offers flexibility for yoga, stretching, Peloton rides, or a workout zone. Two additional bedrooms on this level offer a few projects that allow the next owner to make the spaces their own. The lower-level 3/4 bath is wrapped in sunshine-hued vintage tile that feels straight out of a Palm Springs daydream. With a tiled walk-in shower and retro-inspired details, it’s cheerful, confident, and full of personality. A kitchenette with sink and fridge adds everyday versatility — and spares you from running upstairs when the snacks run low. Throughout the home, you’ll find elevated finishes where they matter most — tiled shower surrounds, quartz in the bathrooms, and thoughtful architectural touches that give the home strong bones and lasting appeal. Some wall patching is visible, making interior paint a natural next step — and a perfect opportunity to choose a palette that reflects your style. The attached three-car garage is a standout, offering space for vehicles, storage, bikes, gear, and all the extras. Out back, the fully fenced yard creates a private setting. An in-ground pool waits patiently for its next chapter. It hasn’t been used in years, but future summers of splashing, lounging, and drinks by the water are within reach for those who want to restore it — or you can fill it in and reimagine the backyard altogether. Either way, the canvas is yours. Just steps from your front door, Alimagnet Park Nature Trail pulls you into the woods and along scenic lake frontage — get lost in trees, water views, and fresh air without ever firing up your SUV. This connection to nature is a daily luxury. Add in highly sought-after ISD 196 — with Westview Elementary and Apple Valley High School both under a mile away, and Valley Middle School just over a mile — and you have a geographic advantage that’s increasingly rare at this price point. And one more thing to love — the roof was replaced in 2022, taking a major item off your future to-do list! Five bedrooms. Three bathrooms. Three-car garage. Architecture. Space. Setting. Opportunity. This is a home that invites you to slow down, settle in, and shape something truly special.