Charming, updated 5 bedroom, 3 bath home in desirable Newbury Park neighborhood. This stellar home embraces you with lush landscaping, mountain views, lovely sunsets, and lots of privacy. A high wrought-iron gated portico entrance offers a year round sitting area with a view into the fenced in front yard, shaded by an olive tree and other semitropical greenery, which sits well above the sidewalk, offering a sense of intimate sanctuary. The warm interior features a remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, glass tile backsplash, and a travertine farmhouse sink. Stainless appliances include double ovens, Bosch cooktop, and Kitchenaide dishwasher. The kitchen also offers custom cabinetry, pull-out drawers, and lots of lighting. The bathrooms are remodeled with stone, decor vanities, and designer touches. Downstairs features a family room open to the kitchen with views of the back yard, a cozy and spacious living room that looks out on the peaceful front yard, a dining room with a view of a large stone fountain and frequented by many species of birds, 2 bedrooms and a stylish travertine bathroom. A gorgeous staircase leads upstairs to high ceilings, 3 more bedrooms, and a bonus attic room which hasbeen converted to a library with custom built shelves. The spacious master suite, with alcove, includes a large walk-in closet, and an elegant master bathroom with a walk-in shower. The third bathroom on the second floor, also travertine, has a bathtub. The ,expansive and private backyard includes a covered patio, gardens, a built-in spa, and views of the mountains. The home also has central AC, an HVAC system with smart phone control, and a newer water heater. Close to shopping, freeway, hiking trails (one with panoramic views of the Pacific), and award winning schools.