5699 Holly Oak Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90027
LP: $3,595,377
2 beds / 1.5 baths
This sort of mid-century architectural home in Los Feliz doesn’t come around too often, but when it does you can be sure I am paying attention. This incredible glass & steel two bedroom home is sited on a ridge at the end of a cul-de-sac in the Los Feliz Oaks neighborhood. The Oaks, if you don’t know, is right on the most Western edge of Griffith Park, yet east of the 101 and Beachwood Canyon. It’s one of LA’s most beautiful, quiet, secluded, and exclusive neighborhoods. A true verdant and green hilly oasis, which might be why each street has the word “Oak” in the name: Spreading Oak, Hill Oak, Alto Oak, and, of course, Holly Oak.
Up a winding street above Los Feliz Blvd., you will find 5699 Holly Oak Drive. The home has a wealth of patios, balconies, verandas, and floor-to-ceiling windows that offer tree trop views of the city and the canyon below.
The home has gone though a multi-year restoration effort to restore it as a period-rich example of modernism at its best, while maintaining the home’s original open layout.
Inside the home, all the public spaces boast glass walls including the stunning living area which includes a living area with fireplace, work spaces, and a dining area.
The home has new Terrazzo flooring and a new kitchen that somehow keeps things spectacularly simple while being a bit luxurious. There’s plenty of storage as well as a six burner stove, pantry, and large center island.
An indoor sitting area just off the kitchen offers amazing views of the hillside below perfect for lounging or reading. Also notice the entertaining deck just behind? We’ll get to that in a moment.
A private office is the perfect space for the live/work at home type, no matter your industry.
The gorgeous first bedroom has beautiful built-ins, including an amazing headboard that doubles as a night stands. It reminds me of The Ace Hotel (but weren’t they going for that mid-century look anyhow?).
Plus incredibly easy outdoor access that creates a true indoor/outdoor feel.
There’s also a second bedroom, plus two restored bathrooms that evoke the original style but offer a more modern take.
And did I mention the home would be excellent for entertaining? There is off street parking for five cars and the oversized decks offer sweeping views of the hills which are simply covered in flowers, palm trees, and oak trees. And all the plants and trees create a natural barrier for ultimate privacy. 5699 Holly Oak is that rare home in a hidden little mid-century enclave so close to all the best shops and restaurants and nightlife of both Los Feliz and Hollywood, yet so, so sweetly far at the same time.
If you would like to view 5699 Holly Oak Drive or find other amazing homes for sale in Los Feliz call me today at (937) 243-2349 or email me at tatiana.tensen@sothebyshomes.com.
