The Lester G Baldwin House, an architectural masterpiece designed in 1924 by prominent architect George Washington Smith, a brilliant visionary celebrated as the ''Father of Spanish Colonial Revival Architecture'', is available for the first time in over 51 years. Nestled in a prestigious neighborhood by the world-renowned Huntington Library Gardens, Smith created an Andalusian treasure resplendent in detail and character, with exquisite Moorish and Spanish architectural elements elaborately displayed within the estate's monumental walls. Lovingly maintained, updated and cherished by its long-time owners, this pedigreed home embodies the romance and craftsmanship of a bygone era. The picturesque white-washed facade of the Baldwin House is reminiscent of homes in the south of Spain, where Smith spent a considerable amount of time. A romanticized gateway lends view to Moorish arched garage doors and a grand cobblestone motor court. Enter through a hand-hewn front door into a beautiful foyer with glazed tile floors, original sconces and a charming powder room. A spectacular hallway with Moorish arches leads to a magnificent library, a baronial living room and a formal dining room. Using the finest materials, such as heavy timbers, custom millwork, hand-forged glazed tiles, intricate
MLS #
CRP1-15356
MLS Source
California Regional MLS
Buyer's Brokerage Compensation*
2.50%
Bedrooms
Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat
Kitchen
Other, Pantry
Appliances
Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Other, Oven Range - Built-In, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Warming Drawer
Dining Room
Formal Dining Room, In Kitchen, Other
Family Room
Separate Family Room
Fireplace
Living Room
Laundry
In Laundry Room, Other, Stacked Only
Cooling
Central Forced Air
Heating
Forced Air
Roof
Tile
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter, Raised
Pool
Fenced, Heated, Other, Solar Cover, Spa - Private
Style
Custom, Mediterranean, Spanish
Garage/Parking
Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Other, Parking Area, Side By Side, Garage: 3 Car(s)
Water
Private
665 S Allen Ave is a Single Family Residence in San Marino, CA 91108. This 7,986 square foot property sits on a 0.629 Acres Lot and features 6 bedrooms & 5 full and 1 partial bathrooms. It is currently priced at $7,188,000 and was built in 1924.
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