Francisco Montes

Majestic 1924 Spanish Revival home perfectly positioned amongst a forest of mature trees in the coveted neighborhood of Adams Hill. Reimagined by celebrated local architect Barbara Bestor, it is a true embodiment of the California dream. This 3 BED/2 BATH home offers a unique blend of architectural updates, original charm and breathtaking unobstructed views of the San Gabriel Mountains, neighboring hillsides and city lights. The exceptional curb appeal features lush landscaping with a variety of California native plants and trees. Ascend the scarlet-hued staircase to be greeted by one of many exterior entertaining areas, surrounded by a professionally designed garden filled with fruit trees and drought-tolerant plantings. Upon entering, a striking visual of the outdoors greets you from the comfort of an indoor open layout. Bright, sunlit spaces and walls of glass enveloping the home in greenery are recurring themes throughout. The living room, dining room, and kitchen are all connected to create a great sense of space. The kitchen is a representation of excellent design, offering ample storage, generous counter space, custom built-ins, an intimate breakfast nook and easy access to the outdoors. The living room is anchored by an original Batchelder fireplace and an oversized picture window. A full bathroom completes the main level. The top floor is comprised of a spacious, verdant- toned primary suite with access to a private balcony overlooking the city of Glendale and beyond. A second bedroom, currently used as the ultimate home office, features floor-to-ceiling custom cabinetry and views of the stunning back garden. This level is completed by a generous third bedroom and a renovated full bathroom. The backyard is a stunning collection of decades-old plantings and entertaining environments that awaken all the senses. Privacy and connection are in effortless interplay in this space, creating an amazing dynamic between the property and the vast nature that surrounds it. Close to Adams Square Mini Park, Kafn Coffee Shop, Little Ripper, award-winning John Muir Elementary and The Americana. A short drive to Silverlake, Atwater Village, Los Feliz, Glassell Park, Highland Park, and Eagle Rock with easy access to a multitude of NELA hotspots such as The Capri Club, Dunsmoor and Bub and Grandma's. A quaint neighborhood experience while a stone's throw from all the city has to offer is what makes this special pocket of Glendale beloved by those who call it home.

A certain "je ne sais quoi" permeates this two-story residence in Silver Lake. Inside, you're greeted by a poetic glow of natural light streaming through expansive windows that frame views of the Silver Lake Reservoir, Griffith Park Observatory, the Hollywood sign, and the lush, verdant surroundings Original art and curated finds lend themselves to an interior sensibility that embraces the essence of wabi-sabi and modern living. The main level holds the living room, dining area, and kitchen in an open layout cleverly delineated by a built-in bookshelf, interior staircase, and cleverly placed furniture. The living room features vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, a Malm-style fireplace, and direct access to a private terrace with wisteria climbing the facade and draping over the railings that bloom purple flowers in the Spring. The kitchen with access to the front patio and rear garden features beautiful wood accents and an adjacent dining room, allowing for seamless entertaining. Two bedrooms and a bathroom complete this level. The lower level holds a unique suite. There's a spacious bedroom with large windows framing the green scenery of the outdoors, a walk-in closet, an office nook, and a laundry room. Within the bathroom, there's a potter's wheel where you can spend hours p

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Glendale

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$1,800,000 to $1,950,000

1,800 ft² to 1,900 ft²

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$1,990,000

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