5385 la bodega

This home is situated within the highly desirable Gabion Ranch community. Residents enjoy access to two resort-style recreation centers with pools and spas, a children’s wetland-style splash play area, and multiple Gabion Ranch parks. The community is enhanced by signature lighted entry monuments at all entrances, creating a warm and welcoming arrival. This exceptional two-story residence features Lennar’s highly sought-after Next Gen® suite, ideal for multigenerational living. It is the only Next Gen floor plan in the community offering a private, gated front patio, providing added privacy and charm. The suite includes a separate entrance, living area, kitchenette, bedroom, full bathroom, in-suite laundry facilities, and the refrigerator is included. The main home offers a bright and open first-floor layout where the Great Room, kitchen, and dining area seamlessly connect—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The refrigerator in the main house is also included. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms are arranged around a versatile loft, ideal for a home office, media room, or additional living space. The home is loaded with upgrades, including 3-inch upgraded baseboards, wood plank flooring throughout the downstairs, primary bedroom, and laundry room, and a kitchen backsplash with upgraded cooktop and grates. The backyard is a true tropical retreat featuring custom planters, a retaining wall, colored concrete, a covered patio, and a 10x10 eight-person dual-jet jacuzzi with cover, included with the sale, plantation shutters on most windows, a roll-up shade at the sliding glass door, and a striking $9,000 upgraded front door with full beveled leaded glass. Most rooms include ceiling fans and light fixtures (select fixtures excluded). Energy efficiency is a standout feature with 27 solar panels, including fully owned panels and nine leased panels from the original builder, providing approximately 98% off-grid living. Average SCE electric bills are approximately $8 in summer and $12 in winter. A dual Tesla battery backup system is available as a negotiable option. A 3-car tandem garage with a ceiling-mounted storage rack is pre-wired for an EV charger, includes a generator hookup for emergencies, and is pre-plumbed for a water softener. A SimpliSafe alarm system and cameras are installed and negotiable. This thoughtfully upgraded home offers flexibility, efficiency, and modern comfort—perfectly designed for today’s lifestyle.