Property listed by BHHS California Properties, Toni Guy 805-677-7300
$1,049,000
A Spanish Revival Cottage, with a Poet's Soul. Authentic, soulful and wonderfully individual, this home's warmth unfolds slowly and stays with you. Built in 1929, it carries nearly a century of stories within its walls and 26 years filled with poetry, music, lingering dinners and everyday beauty.The 1,493-square-foot home offers… Read More two bedrooms, two baths and a den/office, with an easy flow from one inviting space to the next. The living room centers around a curved 1920s fireplace, while gorgeous refinished oak floors carry you into the formal dining room--a home made for gathering or an impromptu dance when your favorite song comes on.The remodeled kitchen has been the heart of countless dinners, often with music and a bottle of Malbec nearby. A sunlit breakfast nook is the perfect morning coffee spot, while the oversized pantry offers wonderful storage. A side door makes it easy to bring in garden ingredients or unload groceries.Added by the current owner, the spacious primary suite opens to the backyard through sliding glass doors. Its ensuite bathroom has a high ceiling, generous shower and skylight, with earthy green tiles lending a grounded calm. The hall bathroom retains its period charm, with a skylight for natural light. The den/office, which leads to the primary suite, opens to the garden, insuring the outdoors is always part of your daily life.And what a garden it is! On a 6,098-square-foot lot, the backyard is private, lush and just a little bit magical. Drought-tolerant landscaping surrounds an olive tree and a grand old avocado tree that once held a childhood treehouse. Hummingbirds, Monarch butterflies and bees gather among the blooms.The detached two-car garage is arranged as a studio with a full bathroom. Once used by a professional composer, it remains an inspiring place for art, writing, work or guests. A handcrafted poetry box out front shares changing poems with neighbors and passersby. Historic Dunning Street is known for distinctive architecture and neighborhood spirit. Church bells drift through the air, birds gather in the trees and Midtown shops, cafes, farmers market and restaurants are close at hand. Charming downtown and miles of sandy beaches are a short drive away. Read Less
Listing Snapshot
Days Online
2
Last Updated
Property Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Beds
2
Full Baths
2
Square Ft.
1,493
Lot Size
0.14 Acres
Year Built
1929
MLS Number
V1-38804
Additional Details
Appliances & Equipment
Dishwasher, GasRange, Refrigerator
Building
Built in 1929, Living area: 1493.0, Living area units: SquareFeet, Building faces West, 1 storey, Levels: One, Entry level: 1, Entry location: 1, Construction Materials: Stucco
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