Listed by Teresa Mack with Pacific Playa Realty 310-256-3040

Extraordinaty Custom Built Mid-Century ranch-style residence by celebrity architect Robert E. Earl and builder Homer Valentine with timeless elegance nestled at the top of View Park on a huge corner lot; An identified contributing residence #1641 on the National Register of Historic Places (section 7 page 219); This residence is believed by owners to be a "Valentine Home" designed by Robert L. Earl and built by Homer Valentine in 1959; it is rumored this home was built for Homer's daughter while he enjoyed a nearby home in View Park (see attached Docs on MLS for more info; buyers to verify all information regarding builder or architect, if any). Boasting huge rooms, lattice windows w/diamond lights, stunning interior architecture, flooring and carpeting that is custom designed by visual artist Keith Collins (see attached article under Docs on MLS). THE NORTH WING: Front double-doors w/Rondel bottle stained glass window panes; Ladera-inspired living room w/marble hearth & fireplace, custom wall hanging & faux suede accent wall, natural light & sliding doors to an enclosed patio w/ sunken whirlpool. Huge wood-paneled family room w/beamed ceiling, fireplace w/elongated brick hearth and stylish wet bar w/cabinetry & a pass-thru for outdoor entertaining. Elegant powder room; formal dining room w/diamond pane bay window; large eat-in kitchen w/a sunny breakfast room w/ built-in desk nook. The kitchen has high-end premium appliances (Viking range Viking double oven) plus a dishwasher; custom solid wood cabinets in good condition w/custom nooks & shelving plus a large pantry; beyond your spacious kitchen is a full laundry room includes a washer & dryer, storage. shelving and cabinets. Beyond the kitchen & laundry is a large bonus room w/vaulted ceiling & exposed beams, built-in bookcases and an elevated seat beneath a window. This large airy sunny bonus room can serve as a 4th bedroom, office or play room with a bath attached and direct access through wall to wall sliding glass doors to the backyard & pool; spacious attached 3-car garage. THE SOUTH WING: The shape of the house allows for a private wing for the bedrooms offering privacy and space for the owners even when entertaining. The south wing of the home is off of a long hallway with recessed lighting and ample closet space. Along the hallway each bedroom is large and has it's own unique style. The first bedroom has a sloped ceiling, custom built window seat w/built in book shelves for a perfect nook to relax in, a walk-in closet plus a Jack and Jill full bath suite w/window seat and shower/sunken tub combination plus classic laminate patterned flooring; bath is shared with the second bedroom which is also large and boast lavish built-ins including a desk, window seating w/built-in shelves & two closets! A Pasadena-style closet w/sliding doors and upper cabinets for storage plus a walk-in closet also. The Primary Suite is oversized with a closeted dressing room with separate vanity plus a large bath suite w/tub and shower plus a hallway of closets leading to the sleeping suite where you enjoy loads of natural sunlight pouring through the sliding doors to the backyard and pool. A 2nd custom wall hanging complements the carpeting and the indoor outdoor theme of the primary suite. The backyard offers tremendous opportunity, set on a lot that is nearly 12, 000 square feet, the backyard boast space to relax, entertain and play with the enclosed patio and whirlpool; the large deck around the pool area, big grassy area for play & planting. Air Conditioning and central heating; original lighting fixtures and some original hardware. Perfectly located at the top of the hill you can walk to Reuben Ingold walking park that provides a sanctuary for exercise, reflection, panoramic views plus easy access to the Stocker hiking trail and to Kenneth Hahn State Recreation park. Centrally located this home allows for easy access to transit corridors