Tucked behind the guarded gates of prestigious Bradbury Estates, this remarkable mid-century residence is offered w/ the adjacent parcel, creating an estate of just over 5 acres filled w/ mature trees, winding pathways & privacy.
Custom built w/ an emphasis on space, entertaining & connection to its surroundings, the home offers distinctive details throughout. A spacious formal entry leads to flowing living areas where walls of windows & sliding glass doors bring the outdoors in. The formal living & dining rooms feature beamed ceilings, a fireplace & concealed wet bar, opening to an expansive balcony overlooking the grounds. Just off the formal living room is a den w/ built-in cabinetry & shelving, ideal as a library, office or gathering space.
The kitchen retains its mid-century character w/ globe lighting, an island & an open connection to the family room & casual dining area. Nearby is a generous laundry room & a wing w/ 3 bedrooms: one w/ a private bath & two sharing a bath.
The primary suite occupies its own wing & is impressive in scale, features: wet bar, built-ins & spacious retreat. The expansive en suite includes a large vanity w/ views of the circular driveway & trees, 2 walk-in closets, dual sink areas, separate tub & shower & a private commode.
One of the home’s most memorable spaces is the grand ballroom, appointed w/ quarter-sawn oak imported from England, 2 chandeliers & a substantial fireplace. Double doors open to the patio for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Additional bedrooms are positioned on opposite sides of the ballroom, w/ nearby bath access, while doors flanking the fireplace lead toward the 4 car garage & driveway.
A lower-level suite or flexible living area. Public records reflect 7 bedrooms, & this space includes a fireplace, built-ins, sliding doors to the exterior, a 3/4 bath & an additional room suitable for an office, studio, craft space or closet. Exterior bath access adds convenience from the pool area.
Outside, the property feels like a private park, w/ mature trees, trails & pathways throughout the acreage. Downslope is a large fenced pool, currently empty, an additional garage housing pool equipment & a gazebo tucked within the grounds.
With its circular driveway, four-car garage, extraordinary ballroom, expansive primary retreat, private den, mid-century details & more than five acres across the residence & adjoining parcel, this is a truly unique Bradbury estate w/ remarkable character. See it! Love it! Buy it!