Welcome to this private and character-filled Spanish compound in the beloved Hancock Park area, located within the highly coveted Third Street Elementary School district (per LAUSD). Hedged, gated, and thoughtfully updated, the property features a 3 bed / 2 bath main house plus a versatile back house with its own bath — ideal as a detached office or home gym. A sparkling pool and hot tub complete this dream oasis. The front yard offers a spacious courtyard patio beneath a pergola, perfect for entertaining around the fire pit. The living room boasts a dramatic barrel-vaulted ceiling, wood-burning fireplace, and walls of windows that flood the space with natural light. The formal dining room leads into a newly renovated kitchen with a large center island, breakfast area, tons of storage and generous closet with stackable washer/dryer. Sliding door off the breakfast nook opens directly to the backyard, creating effortless indoor/outdoor living. The oversized primary suite features a fireplace, walk-in closet, and views of the pool and yard. The updated en-suite bath is clad in chic black-and-white tile with dual vanities, soaking tub, and oversized shower. Two additional bedrooms share a skylit hallway bath — one bedroom with French doors to the patio, the other with a charming stained-glass window. The detached back house features two enclosed rooms and a full bath — ideal for a quiet workspace, home gym, or a creative studio. The hedged backyard is an entertainer’s dream with a pool, hot tub, lounge deck, and covered patio perfect for al fresco dining. An unbeatable central location just minutes from La Brea shops, The Grove, Larchmont Village, and more!