16939 Otsego ST Encino, CA 91316

Hidden behind a charming gate and wall of hedges is a full-blown secret garden leading to the welcoming front door of this 5 bed 3.5 baths 2 story home. An abundance of windows and French doors create the perfect indoor/outdoor flow from the living room, dining room. breakfast area and family room to the private yard with a pergola-covered patio, relaxing spa, swimmers pool with water feature, and a grassy area.The spacious foyer opens to the living room with fireplace and windows overlooking the garden. Step up to the formal dining room with a leaded glass door to the chef's kitchen complete with custom wood cabinets, granite counters, tumbled stone backsplash, built-in SubZero, and double oven. The sunny breakfast area has cabinets above a peek-thru serving shelf open to the family room with a wall of custom built-ins and raised brick hearth fireplace. At the top of the stairs is a handy morning bar with sink, granite counter, and refrigerator currently used as a baby bottle station. Open the double doors to the expansive master suite with fireplace,and French doors to a private balcony, just perfect for your morning coffee, overlooking the pool. The in-suite bath has dual closets, built-in drawers, vanities, and oversized shower and tub. All 3 upstairs secondary bedrooms are generously sized.The largest with built-in bookcase is perfect for a sought-after, at-home office. Downstairs amenities include guest room with bath, large laundry/mud room, and 3 car garage with storage space.