[quote=zzz]rired, you are going to want to listen to the advice of sdr, SD R, flu and others who live in north county because that is where you are going to find your good public schools, larger lots, and a home that fits your desires.

we have friends who send their kids to cathedral, so you might also want to take a tour of the schools when you are out here next.[/quote]

+1 on what zzz wrote. Re-read sdr, SD R, and flu wrote. PM them if you have any question; they are really knowledgeable on what I think you are looking for.

My two cents are if you are allergic to traffic and you need to commute south (downtown) for work; you might want to look into areas south of 56 in Carmel Valley. FYI, if you have any question, flu knows that area very very well.