1715 S Kingsley Drive

Description

Step into a one-of-a-kind home where Japandi style meets Craftsman charm, complete with a detached guest house featuring its own kitchen, living area, bedroom, and full bathroom. Originally built in 1910 and fully remodeled in 2022, this Harvard Heights home uniquely combines the sleek, minimalist lines of Japanese design with the rich, detailed woodwork of Craftsman architecture, retaining many original features. In the main residence, a sophisticated formal living room illuminated by natural light showcases an artisan-crafted plaster mantle, classic leaded windows, brand new oak floors, and original Craftsman coffered ceilings with detailed mouldings and beamed accents. The grand formal dining room is perfect for entertaining, complete with modern sconces, elegant wainscoting, a pocket door, and beamed ceilings. The custom kitchen is a culinary delight, offering textured travertine counters, a mix of flat-front and custom wood cabinets, an oversized island with seating, and an intimate eat-in nook overlooking the expansive rear yard. A chic marble wall-mount pedestal sink enhances the convenient lower-level powder room. Upstairs, a flexible landing space offers potential uses such as an office, play area, or reading nook. The luxurious principal suite boasts two custom closets, an additional lofted bonus space accessible via library ladder, and a full master bathroom with a custom wood vanity and seamlessly integrated marble countertop. One of the upstairs bedrooms has been ingeniously transformed into the ultimate walk-in custom closet, a dream setup that can effortlessly be reverted back to a guest bedroom if desired. The second bedroom, similar in size and directly across the hall, features a charming window nook that provides a picturesque view of the front yard. Nestled between these rooms is a tastefully updated hall bathroom, equipped with a custom wood vanity and an integrated marble sink. The property also includes a newly renovated studio guest house with dramatic vaulted ceilings, sleek concrete floors, a new kitchen with custom dark cabinetry and butcher-block counters, and a cozy bedroom area with a full bathperfect for guests or rental income. Additionally, the property features a recently updated parking spot in the front yard, complete with a brand new privacy gate and an automated side entrance. The detached 2-car garage has been expertly converted into a fully equipped gym, with all equipment included in the sale, perfect for fitness enthusiasts. The backyard has undergone a complete renovation, creating an exquisite outdoor living space. It boasts a sunken fire pit lounge at the center of the patio, ideal for cozy gatherings. Enhancing the entertainment possibilities, a projector screen is also available for memorable movie nights. The area is also equipped with a BBQ and bar setup for enjoyable outdoor dining, and it features a full-sized Red Barrel sauna alongside a Cold Plunge Ice Bath, offering a wellness retreat right at home. This home has had numerous system improvements including new foundational work, windows, HVAC, and electrical as well as a Porsche electric car charger installed. Located just steps from neighborhood favorites like Blue Elephant Cafe and Alibi Coffee, the home is also just a short drive from bustling West Adams with popular restaurants such as Vickie's All Day, Delicious Pizza, Alta, Tartine, and Johnny Pastrami and Mid City favorites like Jurassic Magic coffee shop, Convi Market, and Japanese restaurant n/soto created by Michelin-starred chef Niki Nakayama, as well as convenient shops like Trader Joe's and Target at USC Village.

Listing information courtesy of: Jose Prats, Christie's International Real Estate SoCal 323-612-2001. *Based on information from the Association of REALTORS/Multiple Listing as of 11/10/2024 and/or other sources. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.