Tucked behind gates at the end of a long driveway, this beautifully appointed home welcomes you with a brick-lined path and a terra cotta tile entry leading to double doors and a formal foyer. The elegant living room features a marble-encased fireplace, built-in China cabinets, and sliding doors that open to the serene rear yard. A formal dining room showcases rich herringbone-patterned wood flooring-perfect for entertaining. The well-equipped kitchen includes a Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, stone countertops and backsplash, glass-front cabinetry, and a charming breakfast area with a built-in desk and sliding doors to the pool area. The adjacent family room offers walls of glass, custom-built-ins, and another set of sliders for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, complete with custom built-ins, professionally organized closets, a dressing area, dual sinks, a stained glass window, a jetted soaking tub, and a walk-in shower with seating. Additional bedrooms include one configured as a home office with a built-in desk and bookshelves, and two others with window seats, built-ins, and plantation shutters, sharing a Jack-and-Jill bath with dual sinks, a tub, and a separate shower. The backyard is an entertainer's dream, featuring a covered patio, sparkling pool and spa, and lush mature landscaping offering privacy and tranquility. A rare blend of comfort, character, and functionality in a peaceful, gated setting in the Lanai School District, close to restaurants, and shops along Ventura Blvd., with easy westside access.