$2,499,000

Set in the upper foothills of La Canada, this beautifully remodeled 2-story home combines contemporary updates, generous living spaces & an inviting poolside setting. A modern frosted-glass front door opens to a welcoming entry with wood-look flooring that continues throughout the main living areas. Just off the entry is a versatile guest suite or private office complete with its own fireplace, ensuite bath & sliding door opening directly to the pool & spa. The formal living room is bright & inviting with a fireplace, custom built-ins, crown molding, recessed lighting & a large picture window overlooking the pool. The adjoining dining room continues the open flow, with sliding glass doors connecting the interior to the patio, gardens & the gated pool area. At the heart of the home, the remodeled kitchen opens seamlessly to the family room. Sleek dark stone countertops, a waterfall-edge peninsula with breakfast bar seating, custom tile backsplash & abundant cabinetry create a stylish, functional workspace. Stainless steel appliances include an electric cooktop, wall oven, warming drawer & microwave, while pendant lighting adds a modern finishing touch. The family room features a built-in desk area with coordinating finishes & sliding doors opening to the backyard. Designed for So Cal living, the outdoor spaces offer multiple areas to relax & entertain. A paver patio with a dedicated natural gas line for barbecuing is surrounded by raised planter beds & citrus trees, while the gated pool & spa provide a private retreat with a lounging deck. A dedicated laundry room with a utility sink, cabinetry & a stone counter provides direct access to the finished 2-car garage, complete with epoxy flooring, built-in cabinetry, workbench & organized tool storage. Upstairs, 3 bedrooms open to an expansive partially covered balcony/deck stretching across the rear of the home & overlooking the backyard. Two secondary bedrooms offer generous closet space & share a hallway bath with a dual-sink vanity & a separate tub/shower. The primary suite enjoys its own access to the balcony, a wall of closets & a remodeled ensuite bath featuring dual sinks with stone countertops & a glass-enclosed shower with bench seating & custom tile up to the ceiling. With remodeled interiors, flexible living spaces, abundant storage, a pool & spa, expansive outdoor areas & a desirable foothill location, this La Canada home offers a wonderful combination of comfort, style & indoor-outdoor living.