Wonderfully situated, this 4-bed, 3 bath, 2,814 sq ft home is located in the private, gated Highlands community in Porter Ranch. Double front door leads to formal entry with tile floors, 2-story ceilings, and a grand helical staircase. Formal living space has both living and dining areas with hardwood(?) floors and sizable windows. Open plan great room includes kitchen, dining, and informal living room with brick fireplace, built-in shelving, wet bar, tile floor, and sliding glass door access to back yard. Kitchen features wood cabinets, granite counters, a central island, tray ceiling with recessed lighting, and walk in pantry. Downstairs bedroom currently used as an office with no closet but could be converted into a guest bedroom, playroom, home gym, and has access to ¾ bath. Upstairs the spacious master-suite boasts double-door entry, high pitched ceiling, private balcony, 2 walk-in closet, and luxurious en-suite with double sink vanity, jetted soaking tub, and separate shower. Two good-sized bedrooms have mirrored closets, large windows, and share a full hall bath. Upstairs den offers high, pitched ceiling, stone fireplace with wooden mantle and paneling, and built-in wooden shelving. Home also features dedicated laundry room, new water heater, and direct access to 2-car garage. The back yard features a patio with built-in bbq area, pergola covered patio with hot tub, and grass and landscaping, creating a private, green oasis. Within the highly rated Frost Middle School and Castlebay Elementary boundaries. The HOA offers low monthly dues and includes a community pool & spa, 2 tennis courts, and gated entry. Close to parks, golf courses, Porter Valley Country Club, and a short distance to Porter Ranch Town Center and the Vineyard shops, restaurants, movie theaters and grocery stores.