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Historic Bluff Park Bungalow
Features include:Pride of ownership for 30 years! This beautiful California Bungalow built in 1923 has a unique barrel roof and wrap around brick porch. This property is located in the Bluff Park Historic District, and is 3 short blocks to the beach. The house is 1,974 square feet, and the lot is 6,761 square feet. The home features 4 bedrooms, with one bedroom being used as an office with built in bookcases. There are original oak hardwood floors in 5 rooms. There are 1.75 baths.
The living room has many of the original features, with most of the woodwork meticulously restored. There are built-in bookcases, a gas fireplace, gumwood paneling and solid gumwood doors. The large original molding in living room and dining room frames the rooms nicely. The dining room includes beautiful large windows, wainscoting, molding with picture ledges, and a door to the wrap around porch.
The kitchen features the original spacious cabinets, that were also meticulously restored, and tile counter tops. There is a breakfast nook under an original skylight, and large pantry for storage. The kitchen door leads to another patio by the garage.
The master suite has an attached tile bath with a bench in it, a large walk in closet, gas fireplace, and French doors that lead to the backyard. The master suite could easily be used as a den. The first full bath has the original bungalow cabinetry and a soaking tub with shower.
The one car garage has been extended towards the back and built higher, enlarging it in a loft like style. The laundry, a half bath, and tons of storage are in the garage. The garage also has windows that let in lots of light, useful for a studio or workshop. The driveway can hold 3-4 cars.
The backyard has a Pacific Northwest feel to it, with large mature trees and shrubs, and a soothing fountain. It has a large, covered stone patio, perfect for entertaining during the day or evening. There is a raised bed for herbs, vegetables, etc made out of old bricks from the property. There is outdoor and landscaping lighting. Both the back and front yards have been newly landscaped with irrigation.
The property also features a newer roof with 40 year warranty, retrofitted foundation, upgraded electrical, central heat and air conditioning, and recessed rain gutters. All appliances included: washer, dryer, stove, fridge and dishwasher. There are original double-hung windows throughout, and the original skylights are in kitchen and hallway. |
