Behind the Gates, a spectacular, newer (1998), custom-built estate property N. of Rinaldi in Granada Hills, with Panoramic Views of the San Fernando Valley. This house is situated in "Rancho Del Valle": a private gated community of only 11 houses. The house features 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms in just over 4,100 square feet, formal living (with a fireplace), dining, family (with a fireplace) rooms, a large kitchen, a bonus room, an office, two garages, laundry room, pantry, and several walk-in closets. Some of the highlights are black-and-white marble floors, white oak hardwood floors throughout, tankless water heater (unlimited hot water), remodeled bathrooms, recessed lighting, new energy-efficient windows keep the house cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Dual-zone air conditioning. Dramatic entry with marble flooring and a beautiful iron-and-onyx staircase. Open floor plan kitchen with granite countertops, marble floors, stainless steel appliances (new gas range, new fridge, double oven, and all other appliances), pantry. Formal living with custom built media center and a gas fireplace. o Formal dining room. Step down family room with a gas fireplace and 20-ft ceilings. o 1.5 bathrooms downstairs plus separate laundry room with sink (new front-loading energy-efficient washer and dryer included). Separate master bedroom with a full bathroom. o Two separate garages (2-car and 1-car). Huge master bedroom with high ceilings and a wall of windows overlooking the San Fernando Valley. Master bath with a separate shower, Jacuzzi, his-and-her sinks, a large walk-in closet, and views of the San Fernando Valley from the tub. Marble and tile throughout. Large bonus room with alcoves overlooking living room and the entrance hallway. Built-in office. Three additional bedrooms with 2 full baths. This home captures the best of Southern California living. Please view the Virtual Tour.