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Altadena,CA 91001
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,942 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,087
MLS Listing ID P1-24492
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Three Quarter Bath 1
Year Built 1952
Lot Size 2.746 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Up a secluded private road in a grove of California live oaks is a creative haven with a unique legacy. 'Boulder Crest' is singular: a historic marvel, an architectural gem, a property rising from the landscape -- an enduring biophilic design. Built of massive granite boulders placed at the beginning of the 20th century, the house and grounds are a feat of vision, engineering and artisan masonry. This home seamlessly melds arts and crafts elements with mid-century modernism - the net effect is timeless - from arroyo stone work and old growth redwood to post & beam construction. Serpentine stone-lined pathways cross a network of masonry channels and terraces on the approach to the entry. A keystone engraved '1912' heralds over the arched double door, opening to reveal rich jade-hued concrete floors. Redwood paneling, vaulted beamed ceilings and oversize pendant lanterns warm a jaw-dropping step-down living room, anchored by the floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and wall of windows. The living room connects to both the dining room and galley kitchen with rock walls and clerestory windows, as well as the first bedroom and adjacent den (once a gold vault, ready to be reimagined as a music room, meditation space, or quiet office). Even the 3/4 bath boasts a beautiful river rock wall that imparts a feeling of warmth and security. Upstairs, a spacious art studio enjoys canyon vistas, a private patio and calming sounds of the corten steel water feature. Past shoji screens with encapsulated botanical elements, find the generous primary suite, with its own wall of windows, large cantilevered deck with treetop and pool views, and impeccable full bath. Adjacent, a lofted library space overlooks the living room, separate from the public space, but connected by the beautiful curved stone staircase. The 2.75 acre grounds comprise a large private pool, subterranean workshop, wine cellar, patios, two car garage and over 160 oak trees on two parcels (one measuring 69,006 SF and a second, completely separate lot measuring 50,625 SF). The property sits adjacent to El Prieto Canyon (famed burial place of abolitionist Owen Brown), and at the base of Millard Canyon - in winter, the stream flowing through Angeles National Forest can be heard from the yard. This rare historic home has had just three owners (artists or visionaries, all) -- recognized by Altadena Heritage and published a handful of times, it remains largely under the radar and relaxed. What a joy it is to behold.
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Area 604 - Altadena
Rooms
Other Rooms Shed(s),Storage
Interior
Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air,Heat Pump
Flooring Concrete,See Remarks
Fireplaces Type Living Room,Raised Hearth,See Remarks
Laundry Inside,In Kitchen
Exterior
Exterior Feature Lighting
Parking Features Door-Single,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Private
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description 2.0
Fence None
Pool Diving Board,Fenced,In Ground,Private
Community Features Biking,Foothills,Hiking,Mountainous,Near National Forest,Preserve/Public Land,Park
Utilities Available Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Water Connected
View Y/N Yes
View Canyon,Hills,Mountain(s),Panoramic,Trees/Woods
Building
Lot Description Back Yard,Drip Irrigation/Bubblers,Front Yard,Sprinklers In Front,Lot Over 40000 Sqft,Landscaped,Near Park,Rocks,Secluded,Trees
Dwelling Type House
Story Two
Sewer Cesspool
Water Private
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash,Cash to New Loan
Listing Terms Cash,Cash to New Loan
Special Listing Condition Standard,Trust