A charming oasis in the heart of desirable Lakewood! With gorgeous eco-friendly xeriscape landscaping in the front, a sparkling leisure pool in the back, and 1830 sq. ft. of bright and well-designed indoor space, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Cape Cod is a little slice of paradise. On a quiet residential street close to top-rated schools, parks, and Lakewood Golf Course, professional landscaping with beautiful native plants welcomes you home with instant curb appeal while lowering your water bill. Just inside the front door, a ceramic-tiled entry leads to a cozy living area, where French doors offer architectural interest as well as access to the backyard. Gleaming hardwood floors, light gray custom paint, and white plantation shutters marry elegance with functionality in both the dining room and larger living area, which features beautiful handcrafted built-in wood shelves to display books and objets d’art. However, the backyard is the crown jewel of this SoCal beauty. An extended patio, tropical plants and invoke the tropics while you play, swim laps, or relax in the simple yet sophisticated pool with waterfall features and stone accents or unwind in the hot tub. Pool fencing ensures the safety of small children and pets. Your sanctuary awaits! Upgrades: underground drainage system, HVAC, Solar-Paid for, salt water pool, copper plumbing, plantation shutters.