A recently updated 5,854 square foot single-story Santa Barbara style estate featuring 5 bedrooms, a den, an attached recreation room with a private entrance, 4 full baths, 2 powder rooms and a 3-car garage in the prestigious gated community of Vista Monterey in North Scottsdale on a 1.039-acre lot. Upon arrival a gorgeous courtyard welcomes you. The spacious floor plan with high ceilings, large windows, covered with plantation shutters, allowing the natural light to brighten the home. The kitchen is an entertainers delight with oversized island and finely crafted cabinets. This immaculate home offers a split floor plan, with the primary bedroom located on the West side and five large bedrooms, 3 full baths, extra-large playroom, plus a den on the East side of the property. The lavish primary bedroom boasts a sitting area, a full bath with upgraded his and her closets, separate shower and a tub. Every toilet in the house was replaced by the smart Toto toilets. The resort-style backyard complete with a lagoon-like swimming pool with a real rock water fall with a slide, grotto, a spa, fireplace, fire pit alongside the spa, outdoor shower, built-in BBQ and an expansive grass area. There are natural space buffers around the home providing remarkable privacy. The location provides quick access to shopping, restaurants, several parks, premier hiking trails, golfing and the 101 freeway.