Situated behind a privacy gate, this wood-sided u-shaped 1-1/2 story California bungalow is unexpectedly secluded. The exterior raised courtyard wraps around a majestic 300-year old oak tree, which is the focal point of the front yard. Around the roof-line are exposed rafter tails and curved brackets. One of the first things you notice is the abundance of beautiful wood French doors as you approach the entry to the home. The expansive living room boasts an amazing large fireplace with carved wood mantle and marble hearth, ceiling fan, an abundance of windows and doors, and curved crown molding. The bright formal dining room has crown molding and is adjacent to the remodeled kitchen with ample white wood cabinetry, brushed nickel hardware, farmhouse sink, stainless stove and hood, subway tile backsplash, and granite countertops. There is also a breakfast nook area that is bright and airy and features built-in seating with storage. The primary bedroom features crown molding, a period ceiling fan, and a large cedar-lined closet. The second downstairs bedroom has crown molding, beadboard ceiling, and wainscoting. The third bedroom is a loft area at the rear of the house and has been remodeled with a built-in window seat, angled ceiling, wainscoting, and a corner closet. The hallway 3/4 bath features stone tile, large walk-in shower with glass block wall, and a period appropriate sink with wood vanity. The guest bath has been recently remodeled with slipper tub, wainscoting, wood vanity with chrome fixtures, granite countertop, and marble flooring. Also on the main level is a la
Situated behind a privacy gate, this wood-sided u-shaped 1-1/2 story California bungalow is unexpectedly secluded. The exterior raised courtyard wraps around a majestic 300-year old oak tree, which is the focal point of the front yard. Around the roof-line are exposed rafter tails and curved brackets. One of the first things you notice is the abundance of beautiful wood French doors as you approach the entry to the home. The expansive living room boasts an amazing large fireplace with carved wood mantle and marble hearth, ceiling fan, an abundance of windows and doors, and curved crown molding. The bright formal dining room has crown molding and is adjacent to the remodeled kitchen with ample white wood cabinetry, brushed nickel hardware, farmhouse sink, stainless stove and hood, subway tile backsplash, and granite countertops. There is also a breakfast nook area that is bright and airy and features built-in seating with storage. The primary bedroom features crown molding, a period ceiling fan, and a large cedar-lined closet. The second downstairs bedroom has crown molding, beadboard ceiling, and wainscoting. The third bedroom is a loft area at the rear of the house and has been remodeled with a built-in window seat, angled ceiling, wainscoting, and a corner closet. The hallway 3/4 bath features stone tile, large walk-in shower with glass block wall, and a period appropriate sink with wood vanity. The guest bath has been recently remodeled with slipper tub, wainscoting, wood vanity with chrome fixtures, granite countertop, and marble flooring. Also on the main level is a laundry area under the stairs and a door that leads to the large back yard with brick patio, large grassy area, and a two-car garage that has been structurally strengthened and is accessed from the alley to the north. Other amenities include engineered hardwood flooring throughout, upgraded electrical & plumbing, glass doorknobs, two panel interior wood doors, newer central air & heat, newer insulation in the attic, newer water heater, newer screen doors, and rain gutters. The house is currently wired for smart house technology. Conveniently located close to Old Town Monrovia, shopping, movie theatre and freeways. This charming house is ready and waiting for you to move right in! Matterport tour available at https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=TsBUG6iBtqt&mls=1.