A private estate with a five-passenger garden railroad designed by the late Bill Tyson of the Walt Disney Company has been listed for $8,500,000 with Kathy Seuylemezian, a Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Property Specialist affiliated with the La Cañada Flintridge office of Coldwell Banker Realty. Evoking Disneyland, the railroad includes a train station with crossing light, tunnel, two bridges, general store and mining camp. Senator Flint, after whom Flintridge was named, commissioned the original house, which has since been expanded and remodeled, as a wedding gift for his daughter. This is the first time that this property has been offered since the railroad, play structure and vegetable garden were installed. Located at 700 Flintridge Ave in La Cañada Flintridge, California, in addition to the five-bedroom main residence, the property includes a guest house, game and work rooms and fitness room on approximately 1.6 acres.
“A captivating blend of stately, bucolic and magical, this property has every feature you’d expect in a private estate, plus one not found elsewhere: a custom rideable train,” said Seuylemezian. “The Flintheim Railroad is the modern incarnation of the area’s rich history of backyard trains, including a replica of the famous Grizzly Flats Railroad train shed.”
Flanked by balconies with spectacular mountain and garden views, this fully fenced oasis is centered by a stunning 5-bedroom main home with a covered porch and spacious lawn. Winner of multiple “La Cañada Beautiful” awards, the meticulously landscaped grounds offer a 50-foot-by-19-foot swimming pool with diving board, spacious two-level deck, rose garden and pergola topped by fragrant wisteria, as well as a custom play structure with rock-climbing walls and bridge, a fenced and irrigated vegetable garden, and numerous citrus, azalea, oak and other established trees. A built-in BBQ island with bar seating is ideally positioned next to a covered portico, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining space.
The main house is framed by graceful columns, leading to the entrance’s grand foyer with a magnificent curved staircase. Illuminated by natural light streaming through French doors and bay windows, the adjacent formal dining room is perfect for hosting special gatherings. Across the foyer, the living room has an inviting fireplace. The chef’s kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator, built-in microwave, wine refrigerator and large island with a prep sink. There is also a deep pantry and separate butler’s pantry. A charming breakfast nook opens up to the large family room with a fireplace. A second staircase off the kitchen leads to a wing featuring an office, full bath, and two bedrooms, including one with a balcony.
Beyond this wing is an additional bedroom and laundry room. Further down the hallway, the luxurious primary suite offers a private sitting room with a cozy fireplace and stunning views, spacious balcony, two deep closets and a spa-inspired full bathroom with a jetted tub, double sinks and separate shower stall. Additional structures on the property include a one-bedroom guest house with a living room and full kitchen, a separate fitness room above the garage with a balcony, a workshop and storeroom with a woodworking bench, and a game house with a billiards table, stone fireplace and bar area. There is also a large enclosed dog play area. For added convenience and security, the estate includes a Generac 20kW generator with a backup propane tank, San Marino security system and Ring cameras. The two-car garage and two-car carport are complemented by a large, flat circular driveway that can securely park a dozen vehicles.
To view the property, contact Kathy Seuylemezian at 818-378-7928 or kathy@imuragent.com.
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