Charming Single-Story home oozing with potential in the heart of Vista! Situated on an oversized homesite, this 3 bed 2 bath home checks every box for those looking to develop a spectacular Southern California residence with excellent investment & income potential. Expansive hardscape lines the extended driveway offering abundant parking spaces w/ ample room for your RV & more! Gated courtyard entry welcomes you into the spacious living room boasting soaring high vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, an elegant fire place w/ floor to ceiling brick surround & oversized windows allowing the natural light to flood in! Make your way along the gorgeous hardwood floors that flow throughout the main-living areas into the adjacent formal dining room w/ sliding glass doors. Delightful kitchen features sufficient cabinet space, SS gas range & 2nd entry door. Vast windows & mirrored closet doors highlight the sizable primary bedroom w/ ensuite bath. 2 secondary guest bedrooms and an additional full bath round out this desirable floor plan. Detached 2 car garage w/ washer/dryer hook-ups. The options are plentiful in the generous backyard offering an open canvas with the fantastic capability to create an entertainers paradise or development of an ADU or granny flat for those looking for additional rental income potential or to accommodate long-term guests or in-laws. Conveniently located, just minutes to historic downtown Vista, shopping, dining & parks with close proximity to downtown Oceanside, the beach & more w/ easy access to I-5 & Hwy 76.