Fabulous OCEAN CLOSE home nestled in a terrific neighborhood. This home is the envy of anyone who loves to entertain. Be it inside your home or outside, this home offers fantastic spaces to do both. Upon entering this great home, you will notice the high ceilings giving it a very open airy feeling, beautiful real oak wood plank floors and a large bay window. The kitchen is the dream of any chef. Some highlights include lots of windows, vaulted beam ceiling, granite counters, glass tile backsplash, cherry cabinets, breakfast bar, recessed and pendent lights, Thermador gas cooktop, double oven, Subzero built-in refrigerator. All this opens into a family room with an inviting fireplace. For more formal gatherings there is a formal dining room with a view to the private rear yard. One bedroom is located on the first level. Also conveniently located on the first level is a bathroom that includes a walk-in shower. Heading upstairs you will find 3 additional bedrooms. The primary is a good size with an en suite bathroom that includes a walk-in shower. The hall bathroom has a tub/shower combination. Stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter with the newer heating/air conditioning system and attic insulation. Additional recent updates include exterior paint and dual paned windows. Solar panels (OWNED NOT LEASED) keep the electric bills low! Enter the very private rear yard from the family room through quaint French doors. The back yard speaks to the gardener in the family with all of its beautiful plants and lush foliage. Outdoor entertaining is made easy and feels like an extension of this home. There is a wood deck, firepit, outdoor lighting, a pass-through granite bar that allows for easier serving and seating space. All this surrounded by block walls. If you are the active type, walk, run or ride a bike on the bike trail to the beach or the 91-acre Talbert regional park. Southern exposure maximizes the cool ocean breezes. This home has been lived in and loved by the current owners for the last 35 years. Many great memories have been made here. The time has come to make the move and allow another family to make their own memories in this wonderful home. On to the next chapter. This home truly accentuates California lifestyle and outdoor living at its finest!