226 Palisades Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90402

Property Description

Exceptional East Coast traditional storybook residence on a sprawling triple lot located in the most highly coveted Santa Monica neighborhood, North of Montana, less than a block away from Santa Monica's Gold Coast Beach and Palisades Park. Originally constructed by renowned architects Greene and Greene in 1917, this fully renovated, truly remarkable American shingle abode is completely one of a kind, unlike any of their other work. The expansive main residence welcomes in bright sunlight through charming windows and French doors capturing views of the lush, sprawling yard. The main level showcases a traditional living room with custom built-ins and window seats, elegant formal dining, a vast family room, and one of the 5 bedrooms. The second level boasts the additional 4 sizable bedrooms in the main home including a considerable primary suite with luxurious en-suite and substantial walk-in closet. An inviting playroom is located on the third level. This flat half acre plus lot offers an ample brick-paved, horseshoe driveway, a vine adorned two-story A-Frame music studio used by notable artists Jackson Browne, Daryl Hannah and Emmy Award winning John Bowman, a two Bedroom Guest House with full kitchen and bath, generous pool and spa, fire pit, pickle ball & paddle tennis court, a built-in outdoor grill, multiple entertaining decks to enjoy indoor-outdoor living and a rose garden, all fully enclosed by 30 foot hedges and mature trees. Gravel paths and an abundant grassy pad, that has hosted countless games of croquet, complete this idyllic, ultra-private lot. Remarkable opportunity to reside in this history-rich, admirably crafted masterpiece.