A One-of-a-Kind Pasadena Estate with Old-World Charm

This home, fondly referred to as La Quinta Tranquilla, is a Hacienda-style estate located in Pasadena's prestigious Chapman Woods neighborhood. One of very few in this exclusive enclave of Los Angeles, this estate features old-world charm that perfectly blends with its modern accents.

Upon entering the property and walking through the beautifully landscaped grounds, it feels as if this home is tucked within an enchanted garden. While inside, the old-world character continues as seen in the colorfully painted walls and arches that include murals and other decorative painted flourishes. With one-of-a-kind custom pieces throughout, the home has a historic, museum-like quality. The expansive living room was designed as a stand-alone to look like a recovered California mission building. The main living area features a wood-paneled Cathedral ceiling, wide-plank hardwood floors, and door, and window surrounds painted in the style of the old missions. Step down to another area featuring a massive adobe brick fireplace, built-in bookcases, and stenciled wood ceiling beams.

Massive double doors in the main living area opens to the tranquil courtyard, the centerpiece of which is a stunning fountain and lily pond designed to replicate the one at the San Fernando Mission. Seating areas are perfectly placed along the arched arcades of the courtyard. At the end of one of the arcades, adjacent to the built-in brick grill and outdoor fireplace, is a discrete room with a Dutch door and swing-up window that opens to your guests, perfect for serving up cold refreshments to family and friends.

While exuding warmth and history throughout, the home has been completely restored and renovated. The formal dining room and the master suite all have wood-beamed ceilings and many of the rooms within feature leaded glass windows. The tastefully remodeled kitchen, with a backsplash of hand-painted tiles from San Miguel de Allende, features Thermador appliances, custom kitchen cabinets, and Brazilian Quartzite countertops.

True to the hacienda design of the home, the formal dining room, and kitchen with handmade carved doors and flooring from San Miguel de Allende, open to the sublime courtyard. The home has a total of three bathrooms and four bedrooms. Perfect for a family, the third bedroom has built-in bunk beds, each with a playful porthole window. The master suite provides views of the gorgeous lily pond and charming fountain. With no detail spared, the bathroom even features handmade tiles from Guadalajara.

The grounds were professionally landscaped with agaves, aloes, and trees reminiscent of the early California ranchos. While the home has nods to the past, it is one of the future with many smart home features.

3629 San Pasqual Street is offered at $1,649,000.

Represented by Lisa Ashworth of The Agency.

Lisa Ashworth: (626) 644 3844