Perched at the entrance of storied Sierra Madre Canyon, this enchanting treehouse-inspired retreat offers a rare blend of privacy, nature & architectural charm. Surrounded by lush gardens, mature trees & winding pathways, the home feels like a secluded sanctuary, yet sits a block from historic Mary’s Market Cafe & moments from Sierra Madre Village. A stairway from the street leads to a welcoming covered front deck. Bar seating, a swing, lighting & a ceiling fan set the stage for outdoor entertaining. Inside, 8 skylights flood the home with natural light, casting a warm glow on hardwood floors, wood-beam ceilings & built-ins. The open living & dining areas are framed by full-length casement windows that capture views of oak trees & a tranquil garden, seamlessly connecting the indoors with the surrounding landscape. The kitchen features tile flooring, stone countertops, wood cabinetry, a dishwasher & a vintage 1930s 6-burner stove. A kitchen backdoor opens to a gravel patio, perfect for barbecuing & al fresco dining. Beyond the main living area, a cozy family room with a barrel-vaulted ceiling offers built-in window bench seating with a cedar-lined blanket chest, a fireplace, a built-in display cabinet & recessed lighting. The bedroom wing includes 2 secondary bedrooms: one with charming beadboard-paneled walls & a cedar-lined closet & another with a hidden Murphy bed behind built-in shelving. A full bathroom with a jetted tub & shower combination serves these rooms, along with additional storage & closet space. Privately positioned, the primary suite has vaulted ceilings, skylights, recessed lighting, in-ceiling speakers & access to outdoor spaces. The ensuite bathroom includes a glass-enclosed stone shower & an antique vanity with a vessel sink. A separate exit from the suite opens to a covered side patio with a flagstone floor, a burbling running pond, an entertainment center, a drink refrigerator, a ceiling fan & outdoor speakers. Ascend the property to discover a covered spa area, an upper deck with a greenhouse & a private hilltop office or guest room, a built-in desk that folds into a bed & its own balcony with sweeping views of treetops, mountains & city lights in the distance. Additional features include a street-level single-car garage, storage sheds, raised garden beds, mature fruit trees & a network of flagstone walkways, railroad tie steps & patios. This one-of-a-kind property offers a serene, nature-filled lifestyle in a truly magical setting.
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Property Details
Price:
$1,349,000
MLS #:
P1-26933
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
656sierramadre
Listed Date:
May 28, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,735
Lot Size:
12,319 sqft / 0.28 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1915
Parking Total656 – Sierra Madre656sierramadreTrees/woods
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
DW, RF, GR, HOD
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Three Quarter Bathroom
Cooling
CA
Flooring
TILE, WOOD
Heating
CF
Interior Features
BI, CF, FC, ST, RECL, STNC, TILC, LRDA, OFP, BL, BC, HCEL
Laundry Features
ICL, OUT, DINC, WINC
Levels
A
Exterior
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
FHL, HIKI
Fencing
WD
Garage Spaces
1
Other Structures
SBL, SH
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Patio And Porch Features
CO, DK, STN, WOD, OPN
Spa Features
AG, HT
View
CI, MT, TW
Window Features
SK, DPW
Financial
Map
Community
- Address481 Woodland DR Sierra Madre CA
- CitySierra Madre
- CountyLos Angeles
- Zip Code91024
