Spanish Colonial Home in Beautiful La Jolla
In the much coveted town of La Jolla, near San Diego in Southern California, the exclusive neighborhood of Lower Hermosa stands out as one of the most beautiful places to be. The area was first developed in the 1920s and 1930s giving this area a classic feel. Dramatic coastal and surf views are within easy reach, Lower Hermosa is located south of Windansea Beach and north of the quaint neighborhood of Bird Rock with its charming shops. Lower Hermosa is considered “Olde La Jolla” and its wide streets and classic residences create a neighborhood that is active and engaged with many people out enjoying the terrific weather.
This 1935 Spanish Colonial sits in the heart of Lower Hermosa. The property has been gracefully updated by local architecture firm Boakal and Sneed with an eye toward preserving its classic lines while embracing a gracious casual yet luxe aesthetic that suits today’s modern lifestyle. The main residence offers three bedrooms and two and a half baths. A detached one bedroom/one bath apartment offers private space for house guests or a fantastic home office. The home is centered around a courtyard which leads to a new pool and spa.
The original wood front door opens into a formal entry and the original living room with coved ceilings, built-in bookshelves and a Batchelder tiled fireplace. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, Cararra marble counters and backsplash, built-in Miele appliances and a La Cornue CornuFe gas range/ stove. Adjacent to the kitchen is a welcoming family room which receives light from the dining room facing the courtyard. This floor also includes two bedrooms.
The master retreat occupies the entirety of the second floor of the main residence and the bathroom features a spa-like bath with soaking tub, Carerra marble and mosaic floors, and ample closet space. Custom light fixtures were designed by the Steven Handleman Studio in Santa Barbara and outdoor fixtures from Bevolo in New Orleans. This one-of-a-kind property just a stone’s throw from the ocean and walking distance to all Bird Rock has to offer.
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