Detailed Introduction Of This Home
Set in the hills of Silver Lake, this charming view home effortlessly blends original details with modern luxuries. Behind a gate and privatized by mature hedging, the home is a private retreat just a stone's throw from Silver Lake's best bars, shops and restaurants. The spacious, light-filled home features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, office, dining area, built-in bar, laundry room, and sunroom. The front door opens to a light-filled, open floor plan with breathtaking city views - including of the Griffith Observatory. Charming original details are abundant, including original hardwood flooring and beveled leaded glass windows in the living room overlooking the front patio. Grab a drink from the custom speakeasy bar with wood insets and brass shelving, Carrera marble countertops, vintage lighting, and custom leaded glass to match the front windows. A new Jotul cast iron fireplace hangs next to built-in shelving, a cozy corner to enjoy your drink and read a book. The newly remodeled kitchen is an entertainer's delight with ample storage in custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line Viking appliances, Carrera marble countertops, a brand new Bosch dishwasher, and two wine refrigerators. The adjoining dining area has french doors opening to the front patio - a perfect blend of indoor/outdoor living. Downstairs find two sizable bedrooms with city views, sharing a designer-renovated bathroom with unlacquered brass pulls and fixtures, a custom vanity with Carrera marble counter, ovular bathtub, and freestanding shower. An expansive, custom built-in closet space was designed with California Closets to offer additional wardrobe storage. A laundry room with extra storage space sits adjacent. Rounding out the lower level is a sunken office with brick flooring and custom bookshelves with access to the spacious, green backyard. Outside find drought-tolerant native plantings, lemon and lime citrus trees, and multiple areas to entertain and relax under the abundant mature trees. A large flat area of turf grass with string lights above is the perfect place for a game of bocce ball while making dinner at the outdoor charcoal grill enclosed in romantic stone. Conveniently located adjacent to Bellevue Park and just minutes away from Sunset Boulevard's trendy shops and restaurants, including Courage Bagels, Tartine, Pine & Crane, Intelligentsia, and Alfred Coffee. Other recent upgrades include: new Milgard windows, an upgraded electrical panel to 200 amps, and a new hot water heater for efficiency. Main level includes a powder room off of the kitchen. Don't miss the chance to make this Silver Lake haven your new home!