5560 Calle Ocho
Carpinteria, CA 93013

Discover the ultimate beachside retreat in this meticulously maintained home located in the desirable Concha Loma neighborhood. Conveniently near Carpinteria State Beach, affectionately known by local surfers as "Jelly Bowl", this property provides easy access to surfing, hiking, biking, and walking trails. The exterior features a beautiful front yard with California native vegetation and artificial turf, complemented by ample street parking and a pressed rock driveway. The yard is illuminated by Malibu lighting, and the elegant flagstone entry welcomes you with a custom wood door, iron peephole and lighting. Inside, the living room boasts a charming brick wood-burning fireplace, French doors leading to the backyard, and light wood-like tile flooring. Custom paint enhances the entire home, including the living room ceiling. The spacious dining area is brightened by windows overlooking the backyard. The lovely kitchen is equipped with modern amenities including a dishwasher, electric stove/oven, microwave, and refrigerator. It features a Malibu tile backsplash, Corian countertops, and a garden window over a large farmhouse sink. Additional highlights include a new drinking water fountain system, pull-out garbage door, and pull-outs in all cabinets. The hallway offers an extra deep storage/linen closet and leads to the hall bathroom, which features a decorative ceiling with crown molding, shower, bathtub with tile, newer toilet and medicine cabinet, sink with vanity, and a small storage cabinet. A glass door to the backyard and custom iron lighting adorn the hallway. The primary bedroom is a serene retreat with French doors to the backyard, a custom ceiling fan, a wall closet with drawers, leopard print carpet, and plenty of natural light. The secondary bedroom includes a TV shadow box, wall closet with drawers, custom lighting and painting, carpet, and a large front window. The two-car garage comes with an insulated door and openers, a laundry area with a utility sink, cabinet for dirty clothes, custom cabinet with pull-outs, shelves, and overhead lights. There's an extra storage area with shelves, a newer water heater, water filter system, and a salt-free water softener system. In the backyard, you'll find a flagstone patio area with a potting shed and a mini golf putting green, as well as a large back patio with an arbor covered in wisteria and a side pillar outdoor fireplace that can be used as a grill. The backyard also includes four vegetable garden planting boxes, a 90-gallon rain barrel, horse shoe pit, side dog run with a gate, and various fruit trees including plum, pluot, pineapple guava, avocado, passionfruit, grapes, blackberries, artichoke, lemon, lime, and fig. The mud room between the direct-access garage and house features a built-in bench with storage, a floor-to-ceiling cupboard that can be used as pantry space with pull-outs, and a glass door to a small patio area and side yard. The second bathroom off the mudroom includes a shower, newer toilet and medicine cabinet, updated light, vent, and heater. The Concha Loma neighborhood is a sought-after destination for beach-loving Carpinteria families. With easy access to secluded beaches and popular surf spots like Jelly Bowl and Tar Pits, residents enjoy a unique coastal lifestyle. Convenient to Carpinteria Creek footbridge which brings you to downtown Carpinteria, where you'll find a delightful mix of local dining, breweries, and shops. This exceptional property truly embodies the dream of beachside living in Carpinteria. Don't miss the opportunity to make it your own!