A historic, stately chalet-style craftsman home by renowned designers of Grauman's Chinese and Egyptian Theaters has been listed for $5,500,000 by Carol Chua, a Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Property Specialist affiliated with the Pasadena office of Coldwell Banker Realty. Originally built in 1909 by The Milwaukee Building Company, renowned designers of iconic landmarks like the aforementioned theaters, this home was meticulously restored and sensitively renovated in 2005 by award-winning architect Douglas Ewing. The property is protected by a transferable Mills Act contract that provides significant property-tax savings. Located at 1361 Ridge Way in Pasadena, Calif., the approximately 4,462-square-foot residence has five bedrooms, two full bathrooms, two three-quarter baths and two half baths on a beautifully landscaped half-acre lot surrounded by specimen trees and serene gardens.
“Impressive at first glance and with an enduring legacy, this property is an important architectural treasure on a spectacular tree-lined street,” said Chua. “Mere steps from the historic Huntington Hotel, Lake Avenue shops and restaurants, Huntington Library Gardens and near DTLA, this award-winning home has been featured in numerous publications and represents an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of Pasadena's living history in a most prestigious and much-beloved neighborhood.”
A rustic front veranda welcomes guests into a gracious foyer and an impressive living room highlighted by Peruvian mahogany millwork, a charming Inglenook, custom light fixtures and quarter-sawn oak floors. The inviting den features redwood-beamed ceilings, a tiled fireplace and built-in bookcases. Equally striking, the formal dining room showcases an artistic oak buffet. The gourmet kitchen was remodeled in the spirit of the home with top-of-the-line appliances and a large island. It also has access to a butler's pantry and delightful outdoor porch for alfresco dining. There is a spacious laundry room and a powder room on the main level. On the second floor, the primary bedroom suite offers an adjacent retreat and two walk-in closets. Three other generously-sized bedrooms also have fabulous garden views. A finished basement houses a wine room and hobby space or gym. The glorious and relaxing park-like grounds offer a lagoon-style saltwater pool and spa, framed by a terrace and gorgeous mature trees. A charming guest house replicates the same striking architecture of the main home, complete with an open floorplan, kitchenette, bedroom and full bathroom. The various system upgrades include plumbing, electrical, HVAC, as well as a new foundation and roof.
To view the property, click here or contact Carol Chua at 626-584-0050 or carolchua@cbrealty.com.
Photo by Susan Pickering.
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