For Lease: Resort-style Venice Beach Retreat – 235 Main Street #217
Just one block from the beach and ideally situated on the Venice/Santa Monica border, this spacious two bedroom, two bathroom resort-style unit is now available for lease. For Malibu residents who may have lost their homes or been affected by the Woolsey Fire, call me today to discuss how we can get you housed here as quickly and effortlessly as possible.
Capitivating Los Feliz Hills Estate on Half an Acre – 4039 Cromwell Avenue
This one-of-a-kind classic, private, and spectacular Andalusian Estate was built by preeminent architect Harry Hayden Whiteley in 1926. The captivating four bedroom home boasts multiple French doors that open to over half an acre of wonderful outdoor areas including courtyards, pool, patios, grassy areas and gardens. At once an entertainer’s paradise and an exclusive retreat, 4039 Cromwell Avenue offers elegant and refined hillside living in an excellent Los Feliz location.
Join us at our next Open House this Sunday, December 9th 1pm-4pm.
The Best Events in Los Angeles This December 2018
It’s December in Los Angeles, which means a bevy of holiday events, festivals, and shopping. Check out some of the best events and things to do during this chilly month of winter. Happy holidays!
Happy Hanukkah! Here’s The Absolute Best Latke Recipe
Happy Hanukkah!
Hanukkah began at sundown on December 2nd last week. Many of us celebrated the start of the holiday by lighting candles for eight days and consuming fried foods. Lots of fried foods. Latkes are deceptively simple. For a basic, classic latke is just potatoes, onions, flour, eggs, and oil. Some of us commemorate the holiday by making latkes each evening until the 10th. And why not? I think that allows plenty of nights to experiment with different ingredients to figure out the perfect latke to your tastes. What I love most is a very herb-heavy latke. Rosemary, Thyme, Dill, Basil. You name it, and if you have it, use it. Fresh herbs add a lot of bite to this classic dish.
Sharp & Stylish Hollywood Hills 60s Modern – 6261 Primrose Ave
On the market for just the second time ever, and located high above the great 101 Coffee Shop, 6261 Primrose Avenue is a masterclass in late mid-century modern design. The two bedroom home is perched floating in the Hollywood Hills and combines city and canyon views, a stylish open floor plan, and a great groove. For Franklin Village fans, the home could not be better located. Nearby establishments and hotspots include Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, La Poubelle Bistro, The Oaks Gourmet Market, Bourgeois Pig, Tailwaggers, and Birds. And nature lovers may also rejoice: inspiring hikes and walks are certainly in store for the home’s next owners, as its just a stone’s throw from Lake Hollywood and Griffith Park. And, last but certainly not least for parents, this mid-century gem is inside the coveted Cheremoya Elementary School District.
Join us at our Open House this Sunday, December 2nd 1-4pm.
Craig Ellwood’s Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece Casa Kundera – 2977 Passmore
“If order and logic are in the Architecture, then Architecture will inevitably compliment nature.” – 1950, Craig Ellwood
Built in 1956 for a graphic designer, legendary architect Craig Ellwood’s mid-century modern masterpiece Casa Kundera returns to the market with a vengeance, fully restored and completely marvelous. For mid-century modern devotees, 2977 Passmore Drive in the Hollywood Hills is a must-see.
California Fires: How to Help Victims of Woolsey Fire and Hill Fire in Los Angeles
This Thanksgiving, be thankful for your house and home, family and friends. And please consider how you can help those Californians devastated by the California wildfires of the past few weeks, from making a donation to volunteering.
Several organizations have boots on the ground and special programs supporting relief efforts. Here’s how you can make a difference for those who need it most:
Hollywood Heights Craftsman Bungalow with Lovely Master Suite – 1954 Pinehurst
I love a Hollywood home with a little Hollywood history. This craftsman bungalow located in the Hollywood Heights neighborhood of the Hollywood Hills was once owned by Jean Acker. Acker was an actress and the wife of the legendary actor Rudolph Valentino. Old Hollywood lore has it that on their wedding night Jean locked herself in their hotel suite, refusing to allow Valentino to enter. Their marriage was never consummated, although the two remained friends. Jean lived alone at 1954 Pinehurst while they were married, with Valentino as a frequent visitor. Of course, it is rumored their union was only a “lavender marriage,” a facade in vogue at that time.
Unforgettable Reimagined Studio City Mid-Century – 12061 Mound View Pl
Completely reimagined, 12061 Mound View Place in Studio City is a stylish and unforgettable three bedroom home renovated down to the studs for only the most discerning clientele.
The Best Places in Los Angeles for Thanksgiving Dinner to Go
During Thanksgiving, even if you love to cook, sometimes you would rather spend more quality time with family and friends than in the kitchen, stressing over the internal temperature of the bird in the oven. Other times the idea of the pile of post-meal dishes feels simply like too much work. If ever there was a year to hang up the apron and pick up the phone to order a Thanksgiving feast, 2018 would be it. This year, why not celebrate the holiday in the comfort of your own home without spending all day preparing, slicing, and mixing? All of the restaurants and stores below offer holiday meals for any size party at a wide variety of price points. All you’ll have to do is heat and serve.
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