3701 Catalina Drive

The Old Fire Station No. 3,a rare opportunity to own a special piece of Carlsbad history.Renovated throughout in 2020,the original firehouse was completely transformed to create a well-appointed home.Occupying a massive 12,000SF corner lot on a residential cul-de-sac,this home offers ample space with 5 bedrooms,2.5 bathrooms,and a truly one-of-a-kind 1,500+SF garage.Capable of accommodating 9+ cars,high-top Sprinter vans,RVs,boats, the garage is the car collector’s dream,rare to come by.The sheer volume of this space,14' height within,and access front-to-back with massive 12’ roll-up doors at both front and rear of the structure,the potential is endless (It’d be hard-pressed to ever recreate in a neighborhood like this again) Upon arrival, the curb appeal from the street is stunning from the oversized garage doors,charming blue & white exterior,original flagpole,farmhouse rail fencing,a beautiful corner tree with swing chair, and low maintenance turf yard.Taken to the studs to create an inviting farmhouse interior,upon entry a massive great room draws you in.One large room encompasses dining,family,and kitchen with vaulted ceilings in the living space.Substantial upgrades including a new kitchen, all new bathrooms,new vinyl windows and flooring,new PEX plumbing,electrical/LED recessed lighting,new drywall/insulation throughout,vaulted ceilings in the great room,new shaker cabinetry and doors with fresh casings,baseboards,and crown moldings,plantation shutters,A/C,and a newly enclosed 5th bedroom/office space downstairs with stackable laundry closet all create a new and inviting home.The chef’s kitchen was fully remodeled with shaker cabinetry,stainless appliances,subway tile,farmhouse sink,and quartz counter tops.In the backyard,sliding doors lead to a massive turf yard on one side and on the other, additional pull-through parking/patio space(space for many uses:sport court, ADU, pool),divided by low fencing with new landscaping and perimeter fencing enclosing the expansive spaces.Additionally,the south side of the property offers parking for a full-size RV.Upstairs features 4 bedrooms including the master suite with en-suite bathroom with dual sinks,quartz counters and farmhouse cabinetry.No HOA, great Carlsbad School District schools nearby,easy freeway access,close to the mall, restaurants,grocery stores,and a straight shot to great surfing and beaches.A special offering, don’t miss the opportunity to own a rare piece of Carlsbad history.