20116 Bernist Avenue This is one of the largest homes in the west Torrance area, with 3684 square feet of living area. The property has great curb appeal with a paver driveway and well maintained landscaping. The paver walkway welcomes you into a custom built home with a well appointed floorplan. Walk through the double front doors into a formal foyer with a chandelier suspended from the second story ceilings and step down to a large living room with a cozy brick fireplace and vaulted ceilings. The spacious kitchen feature an atrium style window, recessed lighting, a double oven, microwave, breakfast bar, island, and storage galore. There is a handy desk area with built-in shelves for a collection of cookbooks. A wide hallway lead to the other rooms. A bedroom on the first level was used as an office and feature recessed lighting, built-in desk, upper and lower cabinets. The remodeled hallway bathroom feature a walk in tub, recessed lighting, and vinyl plank flooring. There is a large bedroom suite with a 3/4 bathroom. The third bedroom on the first level feature a Murphy bed and built-in wall cabinets and shelves. Three of the bedrooms have ceiling fans and there are white plantation shutters throughout. The great room on the second level overlook the living room and front entrance. It is a great entertaining space and feature vaulted ceilings, wood floors, a wet bar and patio doors which opens out to a large deck. There is a stairwell from the deck leading down to the back yard area. The deck can also be accessed from the HUGE primary bedroom suite which feature double closets and a dressing area. The primary bathroom feature a soaking tub, separate shower, and double sinks. Also on the second level is the laundry room which feature storage cabinets, sink, and a built-in ironing board. There is another HUGE bedroom which was used as a hobby room and feature lots of built-in upper and lower storage cabinets and a sink. This room can be converted to a great home movie theater! A new ware heater was installed in July, 2024. The low maintenance back yard has pavers and terraced flowerbeds. The large shed in the back yard was used as a hobby room and has plenty of lighting, cabinets and shelves, 2 lofts for additional storage and a wall a/c unit. Conveniently located, close to award winning Torrance schools, retail centers, restaurants and the beach.