16659 Ashley, Encino, CA 91436

With its sycamores shading a generous motor court, we offer classic, crisp Country English architecture...a bespoke Clark Gable Estates residence, a curated weave of alluring luxury & detail not found in today's ubiquitous spec homes. Step inside: the quality, richly finished interiors, and the earmarks of grace and practicality are everywhere. A grand two-story foyer, complete with a sweeping staircase, sets the stage. Wander through an array of bright open public spaces, including a spacious living room, a state-of-the-art theatre/media room with a full bar, and a formal dining room with space for 12+. A remarkable kitchen with its expansive island, butler's and secondary pantries, top-flight appliances, and banks of glass doors cast open to the extensive stone terraces and al fresco movie nights overlooking the grounds. Completing the 1st floor are 2 bedrooms, home office/additional bedrm, 2.5 bathrooms, and outfitted mudroom with laundry and fully enclosed dog run. Upstairs, the sprawling primary bedroom retreat awaits, complete with fireplace, dual baths, expansive dual walk-in closets and dressing rooms, plus massive adjacent walk-in attic storage, providing opportunity for further retreat, storage, or other ancillary functionality. Completing the second floor: Two additional bedrooms with en suite baths, secondary laundry room, versatile large family room (or potential 4th upstairs bedroom) and spacious library/office with tree-top views. Optionality includes up to 8 bedrooms (3 down/5 up), if desired. A 3rd floor gym completes the package. The hedged private grounds include an array of mature trees, sports court, grassy yard, luxurious pool and spa, pool bath, outdoor kitchen and firepits...a relaxed resort environment, ideal entertaining for guests, or simply unwinding in peace. A mere few blocks to shopping and to Lanai Elementary, yet a sylvan, cloistered cul-de-sac location. Don't miss your chance to view and purchase this flawless home.