Ideally located in a highly desirable neighborhood of Encino, this charming family home retains some original character that has been tastefully blended with updated amenities. You will be welcomed by a warm living room with a double sided brick fireplace. The spacious country eat-in kitchen overlooks a large sun-drenched room, with a vaulted open beamed ceiling, skylight and fireplace. Other features include hardwood floors, freshly painted interior, updated windows through-out, window shutters, beautiful updated tile flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms, indoor laundry room, numerous sliding doors to the backyard, central air conditioning and heating, ample storage, generous sized bedrooms (one with attached bathroom), and an open floor plan that offers flexibility for desired uses. Exterior features include a double car garage with automatic door opener and lots of storage, sprinkler systems, beautiful landscaping, fruit trees and a fenced dog run. The property is near shopping, restaurants, community activities, major freeways and the Hesby Oaks Elementary School. First time on the market in over 40 years!