The South of France meets Southern California luxury at its finest with this 5 bedroom + 8 bathroom stunner. Located in the exclusive Royal Oaks area of Encino, this magnificent custom built home is just minutes to the best dining, shopping and entertainment in both the San Fernando Valley and the Westside of LA. Welcome to The Colony Royal Oaks, an enclave of 50 homes accessed through a 24 hour guard gated entrance. Once you pass the guard, you approach the residence through its own gated drive with motor court. From the front door, the entry gallery greets you leading to the Living room with adjacent conversation area and sunken bar. Also on the main level are the formal Dining room, Kitchen with center Island, panoramic windows overlooking the pool and garden and an adjacent family room for relaxing and watching the big game. Conveniently located on this level are two powder baths for guests and an en-suite bedroom and bath for family or staff. The upper level has 4 en-suite bedrooms and a sitting room or play area currently used as a gym. The Primary bedroom suite offers lovely romantic views of the estate and of the Encino hills from the balcony. The huge primary bath has recently been redone and features fine wood cabinetry, beautiful hardware, a soaking tub and double stall shower. Huge dual walk-in closets complete the suite. But in addition to all this, there's more! Up a private stairway is a separate guest suite with soaring beamed ceiling, huge windows to verdant views, wet bar and full bath separate from the family living area. This would be an ideal 6th bedroom/in-law suite, media room, home office or professional gym. The grounds of the estate offer a stunning swimmers pool, stone pool pavilion with fireplace and built-in patio heaters as well as an outdoor BBQ kitchen and bar. The finest craftsmanship has been utilized throughout including rich woodwork, wrought iron, stunning beveled windows and hand made roof tiles. Privacy abounds and a truly wonderful home awaits!!