12900 Standwood Drive

A rare opportunity to live on one of the most desirable streets in the coveted Mar Vista Hill neighborhood. This 4 bedroom, 2 bath 2,029 sqft home has a huge 7,962 sqft lot, with a 520 sqft 1 bedroom guest house (that was originally built as a recording studio). Guest house can still be used as a recording studio. It has sound proofing throughout, a vocal booth, live room and studio / mixer room. This property has great curb appeal with drought resistant desert landscaping, creating a tranquil Palm Springs vibe. Entering the house, you will enjoy the mid-century design with dual sided wood burning stone fireplace, large skylight, backlit built-in shelves, and open floor plan. Off the formal living room are two bedrooms with an upgraded guest bathroom. The spacious chef's kitchen has custom wood cabinetry, mosaic backsplash, stainless steel appliances with wine refrigerator and a Dornbracht faucet. Just off the kitchen is a laundry / utility room and sunken family room, which is ideal for entertaining. The indoor-outdoor flow is perfect to entertain your friends and the custom landscape lighting will impress your guest's day and night. The family room has a beautiful custom-built entertainment center, cozy fireplace and a kitchen bar area. French doors open to a covered patio that overlooks the park-like grounds. Off the family room is the primary suite complete with a spa-like bathroom with dual stone sinks, make up vanity, oversized, dual rain shower with Dornbracht plumbing fixtures and a huge walk-in closet. The walk-in closet was originally the 4th bedroom. This can be converted back if needed. The primary suite has dual sliding glass doors that overlook the spacious yard with a floating wraparound Ipe wood deck. The deck Includes a sitting area with built in firepit, dining area, pergola and connects to the secluded guest house. The oversized guest house has high ceilings, bathroom and can be a great flex space for families. The extensive 7,962 sqft flat lot gives you plenty of room to expand, add a pool or just enjoy the lush grounds. Property is located minutes from Penmar Park / (newly renovated) Marine Park, Abbot Kinney, the trendiest Venice and Santa Monica restaurants, coffee shops & hip boutiques that the Westside has to offer!

Listing courtesy of Raymond A. Lyon (DRE #01875162) with Compass.