Perched in Pasadena's coveted San Rafael Hills, this extraordinary 1927 Spanish Colonial Revival estate occupies a remarkable setting overlooking the surrounding hills & Annandale Country Club's green fairways below. Accessed by a paver driveway, the sprawling 8,486-square-foot residence reveals the romance & craftsmanship of its era from the moment its wide arched wood door opens to the grand interior. Travertine floors, graceful arches, hardwood floors, leaded glass & beautifully preserved architectural details carry throughout. At the heart of the home, a magnificent great room with a statement fireplace & a wood-beamed barrel ceiling, wet bar & French doors opens to patios & gardens, creating a seamless connection between indoor elegance & outdoor living. The formal dining room connects through a butler's pantry with a copper sink to the chef's kitchen, appointed with an expansive island, 6-burner cooktop, double ovens, stone counters, walk-in pantry & abundant cabinetry. A window-lined breakfast room opens toward the pool, while a library, intimate sitting rooms & sunroom create places to gather or retreat. Upstairs, hardwood floors lead to the bedroom level & a turret office framed by a floral leaded-glass window. The expansive primary suite offers a fireside sleeping area, sitting room, Juliet balcony & substantial walk-in closet. Its grand bath features dual vanities, a jetted tub dramatically set within a raised stone surround, separate shower & water closet. Additional bedrooms include ensuite accommodations, with French doors opening to balconies overlooking the pool & grounds. The lower level adds another dimension with a gym, wine cellar, expansive den, guest suite & numerous French doors opening directly to the lower patios leading to the pool deck. Outside, terraced hillside gardens surround a resort-like pool & spa, a built-in barbecue island, a fire pit & generous entertaining terraces, while a flowing stream, waterfall & pond bring a sense of serenity to the front gardens. Below the pool, garden paths lead to a separate clubhouse/game room above the 3-car garage, complete with a covered balcony. A rare expression of Pasadena's architectural heritage, this 1927 Spanish Colonial Revival estate embodies timeless character, remarkable scale & serene hillside living. With its enduring craftsmanship, resort-like grounds & gracious spaces for entertaining & retreat, it offers a distinctive blend of historic elegance & exceptional living.
Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bar, Entrance Foyer, Jack and Jill Bath, Primary Suite, Wine Cellar, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
Exterior Features:
Balcony
Laundry Features:
Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Door Features:
French Doors
Window Features:
Casement Window(s), Plantation Shutters
Pool Features:
Filtered, In Ground, Waterfall
Private Pool:
Yes
Spa Features:
In Ground
Fireplace Features:
Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Patio And Porch Features:
Concrete, Open, Patio, Tile, Balcony
Security Features:
Security Gate
Levels:
Three Or More
Num Stories:
3
Entry Level:
2
Flooring:
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Roof:
Tile
Common Walls:
No Common Walls
Property Condition:
Updated/Remodeled, Turnkey
Heating:
Central, Fireplace(s)
Fireplace:
Yes
Cooling:
Central Air
Fencing:
Wrought Iron
Water supply:
Public
Sewer:
Unknown
Spa:
Yes
Road Surface Type:
Paved
Attached Garage:
No
Garage Spaces:
3
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Driveway Up Slope From Street, Electric Gate, Deck