A true Tudor is like a true English garden; its rich beauty
rewards the appreciative rather than the hurried passerby. This particular Tudor is an authentic 1926
treasure. Most will notice the
characteristically steep roofline and the two prominent cross gables with
decorative half timbering. Some will
even smile when they discern the slightly rounded line over the entry porch
which hearkens back to the offered thatched protection from the inclement
weather for a guest. A few will rejoice
in the lovingly preserved casement windows that filter such a soft light to the
interior. If you have a love for
authentic character, I invite you to enjoy this special home.
The living room ceiling soars above the rich hardwood flooring,
wood burning fireplace, and the original crown moldings. The formal dining is an elegant expanse with
more detailed moldings, an antique brass chandelier, and a thirty five pane
French door with side lights. The main
hall leads to all three bedrooms which have hardwood floors and preserved wood
windows. The larger of the two baths
still has its porcelain fixtures and its petite tile herringbone floor.
The kitchen is the show stopper: real Marmoleum sheet
flooring with hand cut border design, a perfectly preserved six burner
Wedgewood stove, a Kholer farmhouse sink, gorgeous tile, original wood
cabinetry with Bakelite pulls, a walk-in pantry, and a separate breakfast room
with built-in China cabinet. Just off
the kitchen is a family room that is lined with multipane casement windows.
The rear grounds feature a detached home office, outdoor
dining area with an in-laid tile design, and a flat grass play yard shaded by
mature trees. Some additional features
include: central air and heat, a newer roof, upgraded copper plumbing, a large
laundry room, a basement for additional storage, and a detached garage all on a
large flat lot in the Burbank hills.
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