770 Oak Knoll Circle, Pasadena

A Marston and Van Pelt designed Italian Revival Estate completed in 1922.

Created with incredible attention to quality and architectural continuity this residence is located in the prestigious Oak Knoll District of Pasadena, within close proximity to the Langham/Huntington Hotel, and the South Lake Shopping district.

A beautiful original stone covered vestibule and iron and glass front door welcome you. Upon entering the Grand foyer you will find a dramatic stairway and a central hall floor plan. Throughout the residence original architectural details include crown moldings, exquisite wall detailing, high ceilings, hardwood floors, period fixtures, hardware, and Palladian windows. Updated features include a newer kitchen an updated security system and three HVAC systems. The formal rooms all have French doors leading to beautiful patios, gardens, and the pool area.

The main level features a living room, formal dining room, family room, sun room, kitchen, laundry, two bedrooms and two half bathrooms. The living room has original arched built in bookshelves, fireplace with marble surround and recessed art lighting. The family room has 14 foot ceilings and features a fireplace, built in cabinetry, tile floors, recessed lighting and French doors leading to a trellised vine covered patio. Recently the kitchen was extensively remodeled with newer cabinetry, a fireplace, wood floors, granite countertops and a farm house style apron sink and a walk in pantry. There is a large Sub-Zero refrigerator, and newer Viking appliances which include a 42" range, double ovens, hood, ice maker, trash compactor and wine steward.

On the upper level there are four generous bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms and a large landing. The master suite includes two bathrooms, two closets and a private balcony. The upstairs is equally as gracious and elegant as the lower level. Sited on a beautiful tree lined street this property offers gated street to street access from Oak knoll Circle to Fairfield circle with expansive motor court, two car garage and a Porte Cochere. The gated pool area is classically designed with simple lines, raised planters, and old growth landscaping. The grey plaster finish pool was recently converted to a salt water system and features a newer heater. Adjacent to the pool there is a detached guest quarters with a three quarter bath. The grounds of the estate have all been professionally landscaped and meticulously cared for securely set behind private electronic driveway gates. This masterpiece is a very rare offering.