Property listed by Douglas Elliman, Lloyd Ross 310-595-3888
$4,500,000
Beautiful Spanish compound stands prominently above the street in a fortress-like setting offering quiet protected interiors and multiple courtyard environments. Known as Villa Rya, the historic villa was built in 1938 by Paul C. Pape. Fully gated and completely private, the current owner has thoughtfully maintained and updated the property… Read More for almost half a century to an impressive degree. Wrought iron adorns architectural elements of the exterior structure while the imposing great wooden door is the main entry to an abundance of charming Old Hollywood features that are so rarely seen today. Stained glass, curved arches and beamed ceilings continue the ambiance as the beautiful and richly colored Spanish tile flooring unifies the space. On the Main Level, which is perfectly laid out for entertaining and enjoyment, major rooms open to the first of multiple courtyards, offering numerous cabana sections as conversation areas or relaxing lounges. Nearby is the barbecue patio which can also host a bar setup for largescale events. Endless French doors allow constant indoor/outdoor lifestyle opportunities.Living Rm features a centerpiece fireplace and unique sconces plus a custom-built Wet Bar restaurant-style for fun and enjoyment . Guests can sit at the Bar and see city lights sparkling outside the numerous banks of windows pointing at the view. The Formal Dining Rm is spacious and also provides a large picture window seeing city light views at night. Kitchen is very large with a huge central bar island for food prep and serving plus plentiful cabinets for storage and long sections of countertop space. French doors open from the Kitchen to the main courtyard. There is a bedroom nearby for guest or occupant who wants to remain on the main level. Upstairs there are 3 add'l bedrooms offering various view delights with the Primary Suite offering head-on views of Downtown LA skyline. Every room is sunny and airy with walls of windows. Enter the gated driveway to the large 2 car Garage or allow extra guest parking in the motorcourt space due to the oversized lot. Swimming Pool echoes tropical settings seen in Cabo and Costa Rica. Foliage surrounds the oval Pool & huge Spa with a surrounding terrace leading to covered lounge space or dine poolside al fresco. Separate Casita/Guest House rises above the Pool area and provides scenic views day or night of the LA skyline. Perfect for guest accommodation or income producing separate quarters. Truly one-of-a-kind living in one of the city's most central convenient locations easy access to Sunset Strip/ WeHo or Hollywood and the Studios in the Valley, 8 minutes to The Grove. Read Less
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