La Costa: Experience Luxury In Carlsbad, California

By Author: Abramson Martin
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Out of San Diego's many historic and scenic locals, the luxurious seaside resort city of Carlsbad continues to be one of its most popular destinations. Drawing its name from the popular spa town Karlsbad in Western Bohemia, this beautiful city is better known to locals as "the Village by the Sea" and holds many gems for both residents and tourists alike. One such treasure unique to Carlsbad is the prominent neighborhood of La Costa. The La Costa region, Spanish for the Coast, began its development in 1965 when the rustic landscape among the foothills were purchased and transformed into a golf course. Homes soon came after along with the Rancho La Costa Inn which later came to be known as the La Costa Resort and Spa, the first true spa resort in the country and one of Southern California's most well-known spa destinations. Aside from excellent spa services, the La Costa Resort and Spa also boasts two PGA Championship 18-hole courses, which has allowed it to serve as a home to two notable PGA tour events. From1969 to 1998 the resort hosted the Mercedes Championships, and was selected to host the exciting World Golf Championships ...
... - the Accenture Match Play Championship until 2007. The La Costa Resort and Spa has also had the honor of hosting the Kia Classic, an LPGA tour event. With all of its offerings, it should come as no surprise that La Costa has become a sought after neighborhood. Aside from those that have visited Carlsbad and stayed at the La Costa Resort and Spa, a number of celebrities are known to have had homes along the golf course or have rented properties in the area. Due to the hilly terrain, residents enjoy peek views of the ocean, back country hills, the resort and even the Batiquitos Lagoon, a coastal wetland with parts of it run by the California Department of Fish and Game as a nature reserve. La Costa homeowners also have the opportunity of having their children attend the award winning Carlsbad Unified School District, which is comprised of two high schools, three middle schools and nine elementary schools. The School District also operates a K-6 alternative school. Carlsbad Unified schools accommodate more than 11,000 students and serves the Carlsbad population as well as the communities of Oceanside and San Marcos. Aside from its more immediate amenities, La Costa residents also enjoy quick access to Carlsbad's many stunning locations, including its beautiful beaches. Consistently warm and balmy weather makes it easy to enjoy swimming, surfing and more at any time of the year. Shopping in Carlsbad's El Camino Real provides the enticing combination of upscale offerings and a casual atmosphere. Walk tree-lined streets to discover art galleries, garden shops, jewelers, clothing stores, boutiques and a farmer's market abundant with fresh and organic goodies. The San Diego Botanic Garden is nearby as well, which is abundant with flowers, trees, bushes, and more. Various parks like the La Costa Meadows-Fuerte Park and the La Costa Canyon Park are ideal for day trips. You can also find local wineries, plenty of shopping, upscale restaurants, and cafés. A wide range of attractions - including LEGOLAND and the Museum of Making Music - in addition to professional golf and tennis tournaments, insures that there is always something fun to do. The area is just two hours away from Los Angeles and a convenient thirty minutes from downtown San Diego. A laid back lifestyle is easy to achieve in this warm community. La Costa has the convenience factor of being close to everything while still maintaining a quiet and peaceful setting.