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Pasadena,CA 91105
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 8,819 sqft
Price per Sqft $849
MLS Listing ID 25527741
Style Hacienda
Bedrooms 10
Full Baths 7
Half Baths 3
HOA Fees $375/ann
HOA Y/N Yes
Year Built 1929
Lot Size 1.690 Acres
Acres 1.6895
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Step beyond the gates and into a world of timeless elegance and true hacienda living at the Charles H. Thorne House a remarkable 1928 estate designed by renowned architect Wallace Neff. Tucked away in the exclusive Los Altos neighborhood of Pasadena, this Spanish Colonial Revival residence is a rare example of Neff's early work, blending architectural grandeur with the quiet intimacy of a home built around a verdant central courtyard. Inspired by the Mission San Juan Capistrano, the residence is centered on a romantic, tile-lined courtyard blooming with bougainvillea and anchored by a graceful tiered fountain a peaceful heart to a property that invites both solitude and celebration. Thick plaster walls, hand-carved wood doors, colorful mosaic tile, and beamed ceilings reflect Neff's devotion to detail, while arched passageways and French doors offer a seamless flow to outdoor patios, balconies, and garden paths. The estate rests on approximately 1.7 acres, much of which is natural hillside, providing privacy, expansive views of the San Gabriel Mountains, and the opportunity to feel embraced by nature. The property includes a generous motor court, intimate gardens, and thoughtfully situated outdoor living areas ideal for entertaining or quiet reflection. Inside, a series of graciously scaled rooms are revealed from a dramatic living room with soaring ceilings and carved beams, to a richly paneled library, formal and informal dining areas, and a charming chef's kitchen with vintage black-and-white checkered floors. Designed with flexibility in mind, the layout includes a variety of private wings, secondary spaces, and separate quarters creating an ideal setting for multigenerational living, an artist's retreat, or a compound with room to grow and evolve. Lovingly cared for by the same family for over 50 years, the home has been carefully managed and updated with attention to its architectural integrity all enhancing comfort while preserving its timeless character. Located just minutes from the Annandale Golf Club and with easy access to both the Westside and DTLA, the Charles H. Thorne House offers a rare blend of architectural pedigree, quiet elegance, and enduring possibility.
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Area Pasadena Nw
Zoning PSR2
Rooms
Other Rooms None
Dining Room 1
Interior
Interior Features Basement
Heating Central
Cooling Air Conditioning, Central
Flooring Wood, Tile
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplaces Type Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Den
Equipment Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Laundry Room
Exterior
Parking Features Garage Is Detached, Garage - 4+ Car, Porte-Cochere, Driveway - Gravel, Gated
Garage Spaces 12.0
Pool None
View Y/N Yes
View Mountains, Canyon, City, City Lights, Panoramic
Roof Type Clay
Building
Story 2
Architectural Style Hacienda
Level or Stories Two
Others
Special Listing Condition Standard