17139 Escalon Dr Encino , CA 91436

This is the Mulholland close mid century modern dream home you have been waiting for. Sited on one of the largest usable lots in the Escalon Dr. Historical District, this Don Saxon Palmer, AIA, home is a timeless & recently renovated Sanctuary in the Encino Hills. A lush succulent lined approach leads to the open & flexible floor plan featuring a central great room with drop-down screen over the vintage fireplace & surrounded by clerestory windows bringing in the natural light. The great room, which is wired for surround sound and projection, opens through solid pane Douglas fir sliders to an ultra private outdoor living dining area, with covered seating and an outdoor kitchen, and is wired for outdoor speakers. This area opens to a resort-like newer pool/spa (with phone app control and an automatic mechanized cover) & grassy entertaining area. The outdoor spaces are completed by a rare separate sport court all with captivating mountain views. A formal dining area is adjacent to the chef's kitchen with quartz counters, ceramic backsplash & Stainless appliances. A breakfast area is also able to be opened to a family room/home office and powder/guest bath. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms with walls of glass and vaulted ceilings including the primary suite with Valley lights and mountain views. The updated dual sink bath has a sumptuous shower and walk in closet. The lower level is completed with a sep gym/fitness space & utility/laundry room. The garage area is currently being used as a recreation/game room and the sellers have plans and permits to convert the garage into an ADU. This rare opportunity to live steps from hiking trails, shopping & Lanai Road Charter Elementary is truly an extraordinary opportunity not to be missed.