16980 Escalon Dr, Encino, CA 91436

PRIVATE ESTATE. A rare and refined masterpiece, this gated Italian Tuscan Villa, gracefully set atop 3.07 private acres in the coveted Santa Monica Mountain enclave of Encino, defines timeless European elegance fused with California sophistication. Hidden behind a grand 450-foot private driveway, the estate unveils itself like a secluded resort, offering absolute serenity and sweeping panoramic views of rolling canyons by day and glistening city lights by night. Crafted with uncompromising attention to detail, this approx. 7,500 sq ft architectural estate offers an elevated lifestyle of luxury, scale, and design. The dramatic foyer, crowned by soaring ceilings and anchored by a magnificent curved staircase, opens to luminous living spaces enriched with walls of glass, bespoke finishes, and richly appointed textures throughout. The formal living and dining rooms flow effortlessly beneath voluminous ceilings ideal for grand-scale entertaining or intimate evenings. A professionally equipped chefs kitchen stands at the heart of the home, featuring custom cabinetry, premium appliances, generous prep areas, and seamless access to indoor/outdoor spaces designed for elevated entertaining. The main residence comprises four luxurious bedroom suites, each with its own ambiance and privacy, complemented by five spa-inspired baths. A stately wood-paneled library, dual family rooms (on both levels), and multiple private terraces offer spaces to unwind, gather, and admire the unparalleled s