3637 Loadstone Drive

Description

Commanding a prime position in the hills of Stone Canyon, this meticulously reimagined retreat sits in one of Sherman Oaks' most coveted south-of-the-boulevard addresses. Clad in smooth stucco and framed by tropical landscaping with lime, avocado, and olive trees, the home announces itself through custom double-entry doors. Inside, eleven-foot ceilings and wide-plank engineered oak floors set the tone throughout. The kitchen is the undeniable heart of the home, anchored by a breathtaking 21-foot Taj Mahal porcelain island with built-in sinks, custom Rehau German cabinetry with Blum soft-close hardware, a brand-new Thermador appliance suite, and a hidden pantry. The living room opens through expansive Fleetwood sliding doors to the resort-style backyard, where California indoor-outdoor living is realized in its fullest expression. The dining room makes a statement of its own, anchored by a dramatic floor-to-ceiling travertine porcelain slab fireplace that commands the space with an arresting presence. The primary suite is a private sanctuary, opening directly to the backyard fire pit, with a generous walk-in closet and spa-caliber bath fully wrapped in porcelain tile with Roman clay finishes. Guest suites are equally refined, with full-height porcelain tile and Roman clay throughout, and a powder room finished in Calacatta porcelain slab.Outside, a shimmering pool and spa, custom ledger stone, mature ficus, and a fully appointed outdoor kitchen with built-in barbecue, sink, refrigerator and storage complete a backyard built for effortless entertaining. A fully integrated smart home system includes RTI automation, ADT security, Episode whole-house audio, and Google-controlled A/C throughout.Moments from Bel Air, top-rated schools, and the celebrated dining and boutique shopping of Ventura Boulevard, Stone Canyon remains one of Los Angeles' best-kept secrets and most coveted hillside locales.