Stunning home in incredible upper Mills Estates neighborhood... 1361 Encina is that rare opportunity to have it all! Featuring a huge, nearly level land parcel, a wonderfully intuitive 4 bedroom / 2 bathroom floor-plan and a long list of contemporary upgrades - this is one home you will not want to miss! Highlights include an artistically upgraded gourmet kitchen overlooking an expansive light-filled family room (perfect for entertaining and holiday gatherings), a formal living room / dining area, beautifully upgraded bathrooms, fresh - highly trending hardwood flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, recessed lighting, spacious bedrooms (including a wonderful primary-suite hideaway) and so much more! Huge light-filled slide-away doors in both the living and family rooms segue perfectly to the spectacular rear yard! Featuring a lovely stone-finished patio (with an outdoor BBQ area), a rolling new lawn, beautiful blooming shrubbery and a wind protected privacy hill to the rear! Don't miss the expansive side yard with raised bed veggie gardens! The curb appeal is undeniable - boasting paver-stone finishes and low maintenance landscaping and the location is one of the best! Highly regarded schools, great shopping, transportation and so much more all within minutes!