Detailed Introduction Of This Home
1910 Craftsman home in historic Windsor Square area of Hancock Park. Impeccably restored 5 bed 4 bath home, with detached guest house + bath, boasts original quarter sawn oak wood floors, rich wood detailing, and built-in bookshelves with leaded stained-glass doors. A classic bungalow front porch overlooks a picturesque lawn with mature Japanese Maple. Enter through the wide oak front door to the formal living room which has a custom built fireplace mantle with Rookwood inspired custom tile, and crown molding. The formal dining room is replete with historic charm with Arts & Crafts wallpaper and crown moldings. A fully updated kitchen has a one-of-a-kind refurbished O'keefe & Merritt 6 burner stove + dual oven, new vintage-style refrigerator, and Italian marble countertops. Adjacent are a sunny breakfast room with original built-in china cabinets, and restored butler's pantry.The first floor features two full baths, one with steam shower, maid's bedroom with walk-in closet, and a back staircase. A spacious family room with French doors opens to the outdoor dining patio with vine-covered trellis and pool. The vanishing edge, chlorine-free pool has a swim-in-place jet system and spa with fountains. Enjoy California living with built-in gas BBQ grill with outdoor refrigerator, outdoor shower, and expansive patio space for lounging and entertaining.Ascend the extra-wide staircase with original stain glass windows to the second level with 4 large bedrooms, all with walk-in closets and one ensuite bath. The primary suite offers a spacious walk-in closet, a private roof deck lounge with garden, as well as staircase access to the expansive, third level, unfinished attic. The grand central hall bath has a large vintage tub, subway tiled shower, grand pedestal sink, and custom built-in cabinets. Rich in character, history and is famous, 146 S. Norton may look familiar, it has appeared in notable movies and commercials like, "American Horror Story" and "Me, Myself, and I". The handsome guest house office and screening room includes a wet bar, bath, and custom cabinets and bookshelves. Amenities and upgrades abound such as a two car garage, dog run, home and patio sound system, whole house Lifesource water purification system, house bolting, California basement, alarm system, rebuilt fireplace box with gas log starter, chimney liner, upgraded plumbing, A/C, and new roof. This meticulously maintained historic home is move-in ready!