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 features a separate entrance, living area, kitchenette, bedroom, full bathroom, and in-suite laundry facilities. 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. 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. Additional highlights include 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 9 leased panels from the original builder, providing approximately 98% off-grid living. Average SCE electric bills are about $8 in summer and $12 in winter. A dual Tesla battery backup system is available as a negotiable option. The property also features 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.