Big Sur Style at Lovely Laurel Canyon Craftsman Lodge | 8050 Jovenita Canyon Dr.

8050 Jovenita Canyon Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90046

$2,495,000 | 3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,237 Sq. Ft. | $1,115 Price/Sq.Ft. | 10,003 Sq. Ft. Lot | Built in 1914

This three bedroom, two bath residence, plus a charming office with its original Murphy bed, carries the soulful character of early California craftsmanship while delivering all the ease expected in a contemporary home.

Set along the storied hillside of Laurel Canyon, the property possesses a rare Big Sur in Los Angeles sensibility. Mature trees, layered greenery, and the natural topography create a sense of retreat that feels worlds away from the city below.

The home’s setting is lush and enveloping, with filtered light moving through the foliage and canyon breezes flowing through custom windows. The property is quiet, grounded, and deeply connected to the landscape.

Inside, sun-washed living spaces showcase quarter sawn oak and pine floors, period moldings, and original built-in cabinetry.

The proportions are generous yet intimate, honoring the home’s Craftsman roots while allowing for an easy, modern rhythm.

A cook’s kitchen pairs Viking and Miele appliances with butcher block counters, equally suited to Sunday morning pancakes or lively dinner gatherings.

A whole-house sound system carries music from room to room, underscoring the home’s creative and communal spirit.

Additional spaces are poised for the next owner’s distinct vision. A sunroom stretches across much of the rear elevation, lined with rows of windows that frame the canyon greenery and draw in steady natural light throughout the day.

Built in daybed seating and concealed storage add both charm and utility, while the flexible footprint lends itself to a bar, library, secondary office, or painting studio.

It can just as easily function as a relaxed gathering space for evenings with friends, seamlessly extending the home’s creative and nature-infused character in Laurel Canyon.

The primary suite is a calm and grounded retreat, positioned to take in soft canyon light and the quiet rustle of trees beyond the windows.

The primary bath is finished with Waterworks fixtures and Walker Zanger tile, offering a refined, spa-like atmosphere.

Two additional bedrooms provide great spaces for rest and reflection. These two bedrooms also share an updated yet vintage-inspired full bath.

The home’s office could also work as a relaxing family den and with easy outdoor access via a pair of handsome French doors, it’s a great transitional space between the indoors and out.

With its original pull-down Murphy bed it also acts as excellent, private space for overnight guests.

A dedicated laundry room provides convenience, while the updated HVAC, plumbing, and more ensure worry-free living for years to come.

Out back, leafy serenity frames multiple patios and outdoor rooms that feel tucked into the hillside.

The experience calls to mind the coastal redwood enclaves of Northern California, yet you remain just minutes from all the energy of Hollywood, the major studios, and Beverly Hills.

Laurel Canyon has long been a haven for artists, musicians, and free thinkers, and that legacy of creativity still resonates in the canyon’s winding roads and hidden homes.

8050 Jovenita Canyon Drive is located within the coveted Wonderland School District. The residence is a lovingly restored California Craftsman, one of the very first constructed in the canyon.

This warm and welcoming home offers authenticity, architectural integrity, and a setting that balances seclusion with proximity.

Original homes of this era and caliber are increasingly rare, and this one captures both the history and the enduring magic of Laurel Canyon living

Interested in purchasing this fantastic home? I would love to get you a private tour of 8050 Jovenita Canyon Drive in Laurel Canyon. Call me today at (323) 697-3040 or email me at jacqueline.tager@sothebyshomes.com.

Listing provided courtesy of Lisa Kirshner Elkin and Dylan Elkin, Christie’s International Real Estate SoCal.

Jacqueline Tager | DRE# 1476997
jacqueline.tager@sothebyshomes.com | (323) 697-3040
Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage
1801 N Hillhurst Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90027

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