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720 SOUTH SAN RAFAEL AVENUE, PASADENA

the Spanish word encantado means enchanted or delighted, and this authentic midcentury ranch home truly embodies its namesake. Known as Casa Encantado, this dual-parcel compound on the bank of the southwest Arroyo Seco offers breathtaking views of the San Gabriel Mountains and iconic Pasadena landmarks such as the Colorado Street Bridge and La Loma Bridge. The property’s creative touches result in a one-of-a-kind, truly enchanting experience full of delights for all ages.

The home’s single- oor, ranch-style design became a staple in Southern California in the 1940s, recognized for its signature characteristics of at-plane roofs, expansive glass windows, and open oor plan. Since its build date in 1947, the sprawling, 6,154-square-foot main residence has been meticulously maintained and stays true to its original time period. With the surrounding lush environment in mind, the home seamlessly integrates elegant simplicity and natural elements throughout. Earthy-hued tile oors lend an organic feel to the space while windows bring the outdoors in. Surrounding outdoor spaces are ideal for entertaining.

Tucked behind a gated entrance and sited on two-and-a-half acres, the property provides refuge from prying eyes and serves as a welcoming respite from the city’s bustle with its towering trees and meandering pathways. For the kids (or kids at heart), an on-site multilevel treehouse with a porch and slide offers a place to play and is just a short walk away from the property’s resortlike, lagoon-shaped pool and spa. —SARA SMOLA

BUILT: 1947

LOT: 2.55 acres

INTERIOR:

6,255 square feet

BEDS/BATHS: 5/7

AMENITIES: Highlights include a woodpaneled library/ o ce space, guest home with studiobedroom, sitting area, kitchenette, bathroom, and private entrance, and a surplus of outdoor recreational o erings: a putting green, children’s tree house, and pool.

WHAT SETS IT APART:

Available for the first time in 40 years, this dual-parcel compound o ers breathtaking views and no shortage of acreage with its second, buildable parcel spanning over a half acre for expansion opportunities.

INQUIRIES:

$9.8 million; Rita Whitney, theagencyre.com

230 Marathon Road, Altadena

BUILT: 1947 LOT: 0.26 acres INTERIOR: 2,218 square feet BEDS/BATHS: 4/3 AMENITIES: The kitchen and main bath have been tastefully remodeled, the light-fi lled great room boasts vaulted ceilings, and a cozy fi replace and wall-to-wall accordion glass doors lead to a deck overlooking the backyard. WHAT SETS IT APART: Behind the Craftsmanstyle main house, a one bed/one bath ADU with a separate address can be used as a rental or home o ce or to host family and friends. Olive trees, lavender, sage, and wildfl owers surround the backyard pool and spa to create the ideal outdoor oasis.

607 Foxwood Road, La Cañada Flintridge

INQUIRIES: $1.549 million; Maureen Pearson, compass.com

375 Linda Vista Avenue, Pasadena

BUILT: 1917 LOT: 0.84 acres INTERIOR: 7,402 square feet BEDS/BATHS: 8/8 AMENITIES: Designed by J. Constantine Hillman, the elegant estate’s highlights include a saltwater pool, expansive outdoor kitchen, fi ve-hole putting green, sunroom, mudroom, o ce, and customdesigned guitar room. WHAT SETS IT APART: Home chefs and entertainers will appreciate the gourmet

kitchen’s Bianco Carrara marble countertops and backsplash, island with seating for seven, inset soft-close cabinets, and appliances from Wolf, Sub-Zero, and Miele. The butler’s pantry showcases a new mahoganytopped custom bar, U-Line ice maker, and a hammered-nickel sink with a Rohl faucet. INQUIRIES: $6.495 million; Gus Ruelas, theagencyre.com

607 Foxwood Road, La Cañada Flintridge

BUILT: 1929 LOT: 1.18 acres INTERIOR: 13,295 square feet BEDS/BATHS: 5/9 AMENITIES: The expansive grounds feature several fountains, a waterfall, koi pond, custom-tiled infi nity pool and spa, and lanai, while standout spaces include a pub, theater, gym, sauna, and attached one-bedroom guest apartment with its own entrance. WHAT SETS IT APART: A unique blend of Spanish Colonial Revival and Art Deco architecture, the estate is thought to be a collaborative design by L. G. Scherer and Cyril Bennett. Occupying two parcels, the 13,000-square-foot interior has been redesigned and remodeled extensively with thoughtful details, including reproduction Batchelder tile, Edgar Berebi hardware, and 1920s French and Argentine light fi xtures. INQUIRIES: $8.995 million; Gina Olivares, 607foxwood.com —S.S.

230 Marathon Road, Altadena 375 Linda Vista Avenue, Pasadena