860 Gainsborough Drive

This single level, custom built Mid -Century Modern home was designed in 1963 by Architect Stuart William Fletcher & constructed by Robert Martin. In original condition, this one owner residence is located in a very desirable area of south/east Pasadena in a neighborhood of grand homes adjacent San Marino w/ San Marino Schools. A courtyard entry leads to the striking Spanish carved front door & foyer w/ guest bath, skylight & terra cotta tile flooring. The spacious living room w/ fireplace & rustic parquet flooring is beyond w/ glass sliders leading to the back garden. The formal dining room has ample storage & a picture widow showcasing a terrarium style garden along one wall. There is a spacious family room beyond w/ wet bar, fireplace & a wall of glass doors to the back terrace, garden & pool. The walls of glass continue to a bright breakfast room open to the spacious original St. Charles kitchen w/ center island & Fasar electric cook top. A lovely outdoor garden room opens at the side of the breakfast room. There is a laundry/mud room adjacent the kitchen. A bedroom & bath is off the kitchen. The south bedroom wing includes 2 large bedrooms that share a bath & a master suite that overlooks the back garden & has dual baths that share a common shower. Features include central heat & air, security system, rustic wood paneling, lovely pool & spa, specimen citrus & olive trees, mature plantings & succulents, open garage w/ parking for 2 cars. Trust sale sold 'As Is'.