PRIVATE PRESERVE RETREAT IN DESIRABLE NORTHWEST MIRA MESA! Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac, just moments from Rancho Peasquitos Canyon Preserve and easy biking distance to Sorrento Valley's world-class biotech and technology corridor, this beautifully refreshed California Contemporary offers a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and exceptional convenience. Backing to protected open space with no rear neighbors or homes overlooking the backyard, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 1,500 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, crowned by an expansive 720-square-foot great room. A wall of oversized kitchen windows blurs the boundary between indoors and out, framing the private backyard and protected open space beyond in a living panorama of trees, sky, and native wildlife. Refreshing coastal canyon breezes, exceptional privacy, and ever-changing preserve views create a setting that is rarely found in the heart of the city. Energy-saving leased solar with an approximately $144 monthly contract has historically kept SDG&E electric charges minimal, providing predictable monthly energy expenditure. The private backyard is designed for relaxation with an inviting pool, spa, and beautifully illuminated evening ambiance. Inside, the home has been thoughtfully refreshed in 2026 with a brand-new roof, new 200-amp electrical subpanel, fresh interior and exterior paint, new flooring throughout, sparkling updated bathrooms, coordinated dimmable lighting, a stunning white quartz linear gas fireplace, and a beautifully updated kitchen featuring leathered quar