17640 Palora ST Encino, CA 91316

Up a wide driveway you will find this exceptional South of the Blvd 3 bed/3 bath Encino Ranch pool home. Step through the double entry door into the grand foyer with a 14 ft high ceiling and into the living room with stone fireplace and views of the pool through the French sliding doors.A spacious combo family + dining room features a bar with granite counters and soaring 10 ft beam clad ceiling. In the chef's kitchen, you will find a soft natural palette of light curved wood cabinets, beamed ceilings and black granite countertops. A garden window and nook is perfect for a breakfast table to sip your morning coffee. The attached garage with direct access to the house opens to the full-sized laundry room off the kitchen. The home includes three generous sized bedrooms, two with ensuite bath. Glide through the double doors into the primary bedroom retreat that opens into the spacious, mirrored primary bathroom where you can rejuvenate and relax with a double vanity, closet island, 3 standard closets, and large walk-in closet. A soaking tub surrounded by marble is fit for royalty. A separate, large glass enclosed shower includes a steam unit to top off your spa day at home. Attached to the bath is an additional room that faces the pool, perfect spot for an office. Recessed lighting, HVAC, central vacuum, crown moulding and peg and groove hardwood floors throughout. The outdoor space beckons you with covered patio, recessed lighting and skylights. This backyard was meant for entertaining. The 37' x 15' pool and attached spa features an electric pool cover, and is surrounded by tall Podocarpus hedges that filter in light but also allow for complete privacy. Walkable to the shops and cafes on Ventura Blvd. As an added bonus this is one of the few homes south of the Blvd in Encino that is not located in High Fire Hazard Severity Zone.