2105
Villa Heights Road Pasadena 91107
Well Preserved Mid-Century Architectural Gem
This Mid-Century Architectural Gem, designed by John F. Galbraith presents a sense of solid strength with long horizontal roof lines, deep fascia and planters forming an impressive pergola entry into an interior of well-preserved custom vintage features throughout this home. Galbraith’s use of rough-sawn redwood paneling, 9’ walls of glass and deft open plan, with meticulous attention to finishes and smart ergonomic strategies turn the house into a chameleon, one moment informal with wet dogs and bathing suits at poolside, then sunset painted cocktail parties the next. The spacious rooms, copious amounts of storage, abundant natural light, and convenient details prove that this home was custom designed to be a most comfortable retreat. Part of the exclusive gated “North Kinneloa Ranch” neighborhood, the home is located high in the hills of the San Gabriels, and could not be more beautifully sited. The pool and deck area, raised and set back from the street, offers city and sunset views in the front of the home, and behind, a flat yard of grass and landscaped borders, plus a workshop and office off the oversized garage, motor court which can double as a sports area, and the upper level orchard of persimmon, avocado, plum, grapefruit, lime and lemon trees with the mountain backdrop. Here, serenity and privacy abound while only about two miles from the bustling city.
Entry • Glass frontage and redwood-enclosed entry and black slate floors • Concealed powder room, two closets and folding doors to an optional bar top Living Room • 9’ high floor to ceiling glass window bay running the entire south end of the house, with sliding doors to the outside pool & patio area • Redwood-lined west wall is angled outward providing spaciousness & multiple seating options, cocktail bar with mini-fridge, sink, cabinets & wood shelving • Double-sided Bouquet Canyon stone clad fireplace with polished concrete hearths links living & dining spaces Dining Room & Kitchen • Intricately crafted built-in buffet in dining room with view of pool & patio area through glass wall & sliding door • Central kitchen is open to dining room with bar top counter, & has striking diagonal views of living spaces & various landscapes beyond • Mahogany cabinetry, stainless appliances (except refrigerator) & white formica countertops Utility & Laundry Rooms • A utility room houses the water heater and HVAC system, & has room for storage • Laundry room with even more built-in cabinetry, sink, a 2-way hamper drawer, & folding table
Bedrooms & Bathrooms • Master bedroom suite has a fireplace, built-in desk & ample room for an additional seating area, windows & sliding door to pool & patio area, & attached bathroom has a large shower, elongated countertops with double vintage crane sinks & faucets • 23’ wall of closets equipped with steel display rods & bifolding doors • 2 more oversized bedrooms with walls of generous built-in cabinets, drawers & closets • 2nd bathroom has both a stall shower & tub/shower combo • Bathrooms have matching vintage crane sinks & faucets with elongated countertops Den/Convertible 4th Bedroom & Bathroom • Built-in closets on either side of a cabinet with bookshelves above • Can be enclosed with interior hidden accordion door • Glass walls & sliding door to pool & patio area • Adjacent half-bathroom with an exterior door to the pool & patio area with outside shower nearby Workshop & Office • Each space has separate entry, & interior doors, lots of windows with views to garden areas • Workshop has 220 V electrical, heat & air conditioning unit • Can be used for many purposes
3 bedrooms | Den/convertible 4th bedroom | 2 full bathrooms + 2 half baths | 3,567 sqft (public records) 745 sqft garage (measured) | 501 sqft workshop/office (measured) | 40,169 lot (public records) | Built in 1956 Listed at $2,189,000 | More Information at www.2105VillaHeights.com
Jane Workman
Partner
818.406.0483 jane@janeworkman.com www.janeworkman.com agent lic. #00875063
Ann Nader
Partner
626.419.7779 anader@dppre.com www.annnader.com agent lic. #01386803
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