2642 Mcnally Ave, Altadena, CA 91001

Property Description

Nestled on a lush and idyllic tree-lined street is this meticulously restored and thoroughly romantic 1928 Spanish abode with a detached office and dazzling outdoor spaces in one of Altadena's most coveted neighborhoods. Picturesque and endlessly photogenic, Jane's Village is a storybook neighborhood surrounded by the sweeping vistas of the majestic San Gabriel Mountains, which are strikingly visible from the home. Beloved and brought back to her original splendor over the past 6 years, this timeless beauty with perfectly preserved details features a terracotta clay tile roof, original wood floors, lathe and plaster walls, coved ceilings, a restored and ready-to-use fireplace, breathtaking wood casement windows, moldings and graceful archways that welcome guests with a warm embrace from a bygone era. Beyond the vibrant drought tolerant front yard is the living room with a fireplace and a grand picture window that bathes the home in natural light. Open and airy, the dining room just off the kitchen is a feast for the senses with intricate moldings, a priceless 1928 Spanish chandelier and windows that flood the room with light. Through the irresistibly charming sage and emerald dotted kitchen with a breakfast nook is a French door that leads to the shaded side yard. Down the hall are 3 sunny bedrooms adorned with vintage light fixtures, beautiful windows, moldings, and in the largest bedroom, a roomy original built-in wardrobe. In the full bath at the end of the hall, particular care was taken to update it with materials and finishes that would be appropriate for the time. Features include an alcove shower with a cast iron tub, a custom wood vanity with a Carrera marble countertop and an alluring Moorish-patterned tile floor. Once outside, guests will discover an otherworldly oasis straight out of fantasy with resplendent California wildflowers, towering trees with captivating canopies, a patio for al fresco dining surrounded by blooming vine-laden pergolas, a swale and rock garden for harvesting rain water and an outdoor living room with a stone fireplace. Totally fenced and private with inviting spaces for gathering, entertaining, or savoring quiet moments, the backyard is a haven you'll never want to leave. Additional features include a 293 sq ft finished studio for the perfect work-from-home space, foundation retrofitting, new HVAC, electrical, plumbing, smooth stucco exterior resurfacing and full interior and exterior paint. Sitting in the heart of Jane's Village minutes to mom n' pop shops, quaint eateries, Eaton Canyon trailheads, farmers markets and world class shopping and dining in Old Town Pasadena, this splendid Spanish beauty eagerly awaits the arrival of her next adoring guardians.