A true oasis, 15848 Woodvale Road in Encino's highly coveted Royal Oaks neighborhood is a rare and special home, blending gracious entertaining with resort style living. Situated on nearly one acre, this sunny, two-level Connecticut farmhouse-style home exudes with original details and modern amenities. An invitingly designed open floor-plan pairs seamlessly with an easy indoor outdoor flow. The lush, sprawling backyard is perfectly private for all-season enjoyment. Once the residence of iconic TV star Mary Tyler Moore, this estate has been thoughtfully updated for today's living, balancing warmth and comfort.Inside, find hardwood floors and an abundance of natural light, which streams in through walls of windows that frame the expansive backyard. Enjoy a cozy family room that opens up to the gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, waterfall island, Thermador appliances, walk-in pantry, and four ovens for the grandest of chefs. Also on the main level, is an open concept living and dining room with wood burning fireplace and accordion glass doors, leading to the landscaped gardens and spa-like pool for the ultimate in California living. Tucked into an intimate corner of the main floor is a built-in library with wood burning fireplace, wine refrigerator and sexy bespoke bar with ice maker, sink, bottle storage, smoky mirrors, leather detailing and chamfered edged port black marble. The main floor guest bedroom enjoys a newly renovated three-quarter bath and private access. Upstairs, in the west wing, find a game room with concession bar and balcony leading to the back yard, two bedrooms plus a den that can be converted into a third bedroom, and a large newly redone full bath. In the east wing, relax in the primary suite with its stately walk-in dressing room, perfectly appointed dual bathrooms and balcony overlooking landscaped grounds.Outside, a spa, heated 10-foot-deep pool, picnic ready lawn, fire pit, built in barbeque, open-air cabana with cozy seating in front of a wood burning fireplace, outdoor bar with TV and sink, and a charming dining nook await you. Attached to the cabana is a delightful pool house bedroom suite with the most adorable built-in bunkbeds and bright and cheery three-quarter bath. As you wonder up the backyard hill, find yourself at the dreamy "dining deck" with seating for 40+ set amidst mature, shady oaks, redwoods and verdant foliage washed in dappled sunshine by day and glowing outdoor lighting in the evenings. Meander further up the pathed backyard hill and get lost in an enchanted forest which was designed for outdoor movies, flashlight tag and lovers walks. Removed from the hustle and bustle of the city, yet just minutes away from the 405 and 101 freeways, Ventura Boulevard's shops, restaurants and entertainment, and a short drive from Westwood, Brentwood and Beverly Hills, 15848 Woodvale Road is a truly once in a lifetime home not to be missed.
