2231 Observatory Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90027
LP: $1,397,000
2 bedrooms / 1.5 bathrooms plus guest house.
1,636 Sq. Ft.
Me and my dog Pepperoni hike up to Griffith Park every morning and I always try to take a different route so we can check out the different houses on the winding streets up to the top. One thing you’ll notice once you go North of Los Feliz Boulevard is how the city and its noise melts away. Even Pep calms down and a pep (pun intended) enters his step. This English Country house at 2231 Observatory is one of those Los Angeles homes that seem impossibly removed from the hustle of Los Angeles yet is just a short stroll from the lively East side haunts that line Hillhurst and Vermont Boulevards.
The deep doorway, red brick fireplace, and the tower-esque front structure, large front lawn and lush lanscaping all combine to create a home that feels unique, charming, and stylish from the tree-lined street. Inside you’ll find a lovely living space with arches, sash windows, wonderful built-in bookcases, and a pair of French doors that lead out to the backyard and pool.
The home boasts the elegant fireplace perfect for chilly LA evenings. Not to mention the gorgeous wide plank, Sahara white-oak floors throughout the house.
Usually you might see a dining room and your mind will fill with scenes from your future dinner parties. In this dining room, spacious and bright as it is, your mind might imagine about morning breakfasts and brunches, and then dips in the saltwater pool out back.
The timelessly updated kitchen features a wall of windows, double barn sink, stainless steel appliances, a small office alcove, plus laundry room and pantry, and easy outdoor access.
Two bedrooms upstairs offer tranquility and privacy.
The bathroom has been updated with that modern touch yet remains tastefully classic.
All of the public rooms open to a deck that invites alfresco dining, and overlooks the secluded grounds.
The heated saltwater swimmers pool helps to create a perfect backyard paradise.
I mean, talk about privacy. The backyard is surrounded by a canopy of trees.
Beyond the pool is the guest house which functions as an ideal studio, office, or in-law suite.
Imagine walking to Lassen’s for Saturday supplies and wandering up the short trail back up to your home where your friends and family await you at the pool. This home is an entertainer’s dream in the heart of Los Feliz.
If you would like to tour this gorgeous home or other Los Feliz homes call me today at (937) 243-2349 or email me at tatiana.tensen@sothebyshomes.com.
Listing provided courtesy John Johnston, Compass.
