1120 W Fern Ave, Redlands, CA 92373

Property Description

A TRUE ARCHITECTURAL JEWEL IN THE HISTORIC CITY OF REDLANDS! Preservationist Brett Waterman calls this home; "The best example of California Arts and Crafts architecture in Redlands if not the entire Inland Empire". AND Brett would like to help bring this home back to life as part of his HGTV show Restored! This home is often compared to Pasadena's Gamble and Blacker House, designed by brothers Henry and Charles Greene. Presented in 2012 with the prestigious Heritage Award, this home was built by Chicago Railroad executive Harry A. Cherrier as a winter home. It is solid in its construction, grand in its design and just waiting for the proper buyer to polish and preserve it for the generations to come. Through its 109 year history it has been home to only six owners. Solid Cherry Wood details are throughout along with polished brass accents and crystal door knobs. There is Quarter Sawn Oak flooring, a butlers pantry, a large and elegant living room and dining room, and a stand alone breakfast room. In 2005 the original basement was converted to living space adding an additional 1832 Sq ft. (not permitted) to the homes original 4493 sq ft. There are dozens of fruit trees on the over 3/4 acre of land; paid for solar panels keep this home affordable to operate, and over $60,000 in new double pane windows keep it efficient and quiet. This home it truly a unique opportunity for that special buyer looking to live the storied history that defines this grand Redlands estate.