Welcome to the Lotus Retreat, your home away from home! This unit was built as an accessory unit on a prime corner lot overviewing the ocean in Carlsbad, CA (the sweet spot of the universe!). 1 mile from the ocean, 2 miles to Ponto State Beach. Nestled between downtown Carlsbad Village and downtown Encinitas. Close to shopping at the well-known Carlsbad Outlet Mall, less than 1 mile to the coaster station to downtown San Diego, and minutes from dozens of the best beaches in North County. The space If you’re looking for a beautiful unit that’s close to everything and has ocean & scenic views throughout the home, this is it! This fully furnished coastal unit has new modern tile throughout and hardwood floor in the bedroom. The bedroom has a queen sized bed, nightstands with USB ports, a closet with a small dresser & hangers, and an ocean view & balcony. The kitchen area and living space connect as a great room with a mounted smart tv, high-end boardroom table and office chairs (perfect for working remote), high-speed internet, and a cozy reading nook - all with views throughout and loads of natural light. The kitchen has a Cuisinart coffee maker, an electric water kettle, toaster oven, granite counter tops, fridge, dishwasher, a gas range, and plenty of storage. Enjoy a glass of wine or your morning coffee on the balcony for sunrise or sunset. There’s a private washer/dryer on site, and the unit is stocked with beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, beach towels, reusable grocery bags (and surfboard & boogie board upon request). With year-round temps in the 70s, you’ll enjoy the daily on-shore San Diego breezes – this unit gets the best fresh air flow. Pick up your groceries from local Ralphs, Costco, Trader Joe’s or Sprouts and cook up a meal, or order from some of the best nearby restaurants in North County including Pelly’s Fish Market (best shrimp burrito in town), GoodOnya, Haggo’s Organic Taco, Sushi Kuchi, La Papagayos, Board & Brew, and so many more!