3868 Gaviota, Long Beach, CA, 90807

Thrive in this gardener’s paradise Welcome to the charming and sought-after neighborhood of Bixby Terrace. Conveniently located between the vibrant entertainment destinations of both Long Beach Exchange and Atlantic Avenue, this stately, traditional home offers 2454 square feet of living space, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a large 2-car garage with alley access. Its many features include wide-plank hardwood floors throughout (including a unique parquet floor in the handsome den), and a large chef’s kitchen boasting a center island, custom cabinets, granite countertops, double ovens, a 5-burner stove, a new refrigerator, a new dishwasher, double storage pantries, and a one-of-a-kind glass-doored wine cellar beneath it all. The generous primary bedroom offers an huge, organized dressing room, a spa-style en suite bathroom, and features a spacious, well- appointed laundry room, complete with brand new cabinets, a sink, a built-in ironing board, and ample folding surfaces. Step out the side French doors and you’ll be greeted by a roomy outdoor entertainment space that will spark your imagination. Picture yourself gathering with friends around the wood-burning fireplace. Imagine the culinary delights you’ll create in the outdoor kitchen with a built-in gas barbecue and stove top. With room for comfortable seating and protected from the sun with shade sails, it’s an ideal place to relax and enjoy life. And did we mention this was a gardener’s paradise? The rear portion of this 6874 square foot property is a farmer’s dream. Raised planting beds offer a bounty of produce, including butternut squash, kabocha, kale and zucchini. Fruit trees dot the area yielding pomegranate, persimmon, apricot, nectarine, lemon, pomelo, and cherimoya. In short, if you’re a gardening enthusiast, this back yard will nourish your body and your soul. Additional features of this 1937 home include drought tolerant front yard landscaping, sturdy block wall privacy, new double-paned windows, a new front door, central heating, recessed lighting in kitchen and primary bathroom, and a next-to-new roof installed just 3 years ago.