Home of the Day: Gilded villa in La Canada Flintridge
This ornate house takes its inspiration from a French Chateau. Arched double doors of wrought iron and glass open to an impressive columned foyer with statuary, a high ceiling and chandelier that hint at the opulence within. The elaborate features continue outdoors with a waterfall koi pond and a stone bridge.
Location: 567 Meadow Grove St., La Canada Flintridge 91001
Price: $6.75 million
Years built: 1962, 2010
House size: 8,005 square feet, seven bedrooms, eight bathrooms
Lot size: 0.53 acre
Features: Hand-painted domed cupola, coffered ceilings, ceiling medallions, friezes, leaded-glass windows, bay windows, bar, wine cellar, dual dishwashers, four interior fireplaces, two outdoor fireplaces, swimming pool
About the area: There were 280 homes sold in the 91101 ZIP Code last year at a median price of $1.31 million, according to CoreLogic DataQuick. That was an 8.3% increase from the 2013 median price.
Agents: Sookie Mathews, (818) 642-9999, Partners Trust
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