**RATE BUY DOWN OPPORTUNITY ** At the border of Porter Ranch & Chatsworth, behind a gate with around-the-clock security, are the wide streets of the Canyon Oaks community. This exceptionally PRIVATE lot includes a portion of an HOA maintained nature preserve protecting the home's peaceful surroundings. Walk up the steps past the meticulously landscaped front yard and into the stunning Castagna model with many distinctive upgrades, including wainscoting, crown molding, custom lighting, plantation shutters, and recessed lighting throughout. The 2-story foyer opens to a spacious office and a downstairs guest bedroom with ensuite bath. The formal dining room has a coffered ceiling, stone wall, and built-in buffet cabinet. Around the corner, a powder room and laundry room are centrally located. Completing the extraordinary kitchen is an abundance of counter space, giant center island, and striking nook with extended cabinetry and wine chiller. The radiant great room has a soaring ceiling that reaches 20 ft. Just off the great room is the signature California room, featuring wood beams, built-in speakers, ceiling fan and fireplace. The luxurious backyard by Green Scene (HGTV featured) includes a fire pit and built-in benches that serve as an excellent spot to hang out. The outdoor kitchen includes a stainless gas BBQ, smoker, serving areas with embedded crushed glass and albacore pieces, pergola patio cover, built in rock speakers, water feature, and custom storage shed. The downstairs primary bedroom offers coffered ceiling, built-in closet, soaking tub, dual vanities, spacious shower, and water closet. The extra wide sweeping staircase leads to the spacious loft which is great for entertainment or a hang out, including 3 additional bedrooms with ensuite baths. The garage features polyurethane flooring, tool cabinets, and overhead storage racks. Home also includes a Control 4 smart/security system w/cameras, ownership of solar panels & Storage batteries. Dual pane Andersen windows, ceiling fans, 5 Ecobee thermostats, 3 AC units, and a tankless hot water system, all providing significant energy efficiency & cost savings. This one-of-a-kind community is a true neighborhood hosting special events year-round, including unobstructed fireworks on 4th of July and more. Whole Foods, AMC Theatre, the Vineyards and Porter Ranch Town Center are just a mile away. Professionally decorated indoor and outdoor furniture/decor can be negotiated in the sale.