1415 Royal Blvd

Complete info: http://1415royalblvd.ePropertySites.com - An Historic Glendale Mediterranean Revival home restored to perfection with incredible grounds reminiscent of Italy and Spain. In 1927 an architecturally significant home was built as part of the Rossmoyne Development, Royal Boulevard Division. After years of neglect, the present owners undertook a complete restoration, transitioning it into a comfortable modern family home without sacrificing its unique character and period charm. Recognized for its excellent Mediterranean Revival architecture, the home is on the Glendale Register of Historic Resources No. 68. Its name,The Lewis House, came from a famous resident. Ed "Strangler" Lewis, a world heavyweight wrestling champion, who lived in the home between 1933 and 1940. Perched on a small hilltop overlooking the Royal Boulevard Historic District, the home and grounds evoke the feeling of life in Old Spain. A wonderful floor plan opens the entire downstairs to the outdoor areas. The next family will experience a home with old world charm blended with so many desirable up-to-date amenities such as dual air conditioning, modern kitchen and bathrooms, surround sound and much more. All this with a great location right off the 2 freeway and close to the 134 and 5 freeway too. Minutes to downtown Los Angeles and the studios of Glendale and Burbank. The home boasts a combination of Italian and Spanish architectural elements that characterizes the Mediterranean Revival style. Features include * Magnificent period details of hardwood floors, crown molding and dozens original wall and ceiling fixtures * A curved double staircase leading up the hill to the classical entrance * Triple-arched loggia above entrance reminiscent of a Renaissance palazzo * Dramatic entry hall with five two-story arches surrounding a magnificent cast and forged iron chandelier * Majestic living room with French doors opening to outdoor patio * Yard features a secluded rose garden with an old work iron gazebo, a unique tile bench fountain, infinity pool and outdoor kitchen. * Upstairs bedrooms all have outside areas including a loggia, balcony or sleeping porch * Quality renovated kitchen and bathrooms in the era of the 1920's as well as all new systems throughtout the home.