Next to the protected SM Mountains and down a long private drive is the approach to this superb and creative home.The entry with two story foyer.Step down to a great room w/ French doors opening to outdoor dining area/loggia, pool & gardens & exceptional view over the canyon to the beach cities, the ocean, and Catalina Island.A formal DR, designed for both intimate and large scale entertaining, & a beautiful library with doors opening to additional patios & loggias complete the downstairs public rooms.The kitchen w/ brkfast bar, butler's pantry and wine cellar.An ensuite guest room off the kitchen and laundry room is perfectly suited to an office or maid's quarters.Upstairs: the master suite, generous in its size and amenities, w/ sleeping & sitting areas. French doors open to a balcony overlooking pool & view.Two beautiful master baths and excellently appointed walk-in closet.Steps away is a wing w/ two rooms & bath & pvt entrance provides unique opp.as a studio, gym, off.or 2nd Mstr ste