Welcome to this exceptional single-story home, located on a tranquil street in the coveted Rancho Estates neighborhood of Encino &#38' surrounded by multi-million dollar homes &#38' estates. This South of Ventura Blvd. house features approximately 2,400 sq. feet of living space with 3 bedrooms and 4 baths. The many windows, skylights and French doors make the home naturally light and bright, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Lovingly cared for &#38' updated, with new light fixtures, window treatments and other amenities, the house is move-in ready. The terrazzo entry leads to oak floors throughout most of the home. The large living room is ideal for entertaining with a warm fireplace and open plantation shutters. Just beyond is the large and inviting dining room area. The adjacent cook’s kitchen features granite countertops, a GE Monogram 6 burner &#38' griddle cooktop, a double oven, a built-in fridge, and a separate kitchen pantry. The designated kitchen dining area is filled with light from its own set of French doors. This area adjoins the spacious family room, which is enhanced by its high-trussed, wood-beamed ceiling, dramatic fireplace with custom mantle, large skylights and bank of French doors, creating a welcoming room bound to get a lot of use. Branching off the kitchen is the 3rd bedroom, with a nearby full bath &#38' washer/dryer area. This bedroom, or office if you prefer, also has French doors which access the backyard. The other wing of the house has two private bedrooms. The 2nd bd is generously large with a nearby double-sink bathroom. The spacious primary bedroom suite feels like a private retreat. It has a set of French doors opening into the backyard, two walk-in closets, a dressing area, and a tastefully appointed bathroom with double sinks, a large shower, marble countertops, &#38' stylish vanities with ample drawer space. The lush backyard has a cozy, covered outdoor patio, perfect for breakfast or an end of the day rest. The detached 2 car garage is set back from the street by a gated driveway and has a contiguous, un-permitted guest unit of equal size, complete with a comfortable living room, full kitchen, small bathroom, walk-in storage closet, good-sized bedroom, &#38' Saltillo tile patio. This is a remarkable property, located near a vibrant stretch of Ventura Blvd. with convenient shopping and dining venues. Nearby freeways allow access to the Westside and more distant locations. Come see this one – perhaps you will stay and call it home.