901 Malcolm Avenue

Steeped in all the character of its 1930's design, this expansive Little Holmby Spanish estate, with generous proportions throughout, offers a haven for the architectural purist and a myriad of possibilities for a growing modern family. This grand home features all the coveted craftsmanship of its era with warm hardwood floors, exquisite rot iron accents, elegant wood paneling, stunning ceiling detail work, and period Art Deco touches throughout. The first impressions of the home underscores its classic heritage with enclosed front brick courtyard and romantic loggia leading to the baronial front door. The dramatic formal entry with sweeping staircase opens to a regal step-down formal living room with rot iron gates, stately wood mantle and artful trey ceiling and also to a distinguished family room with elegant wood paneling, stained glass accented windows, and ornate coffered ceiling. Further on is a bright bonus/office space and an elegant formal dining room with classic wainscoting and sophisticated detailed ceiling. The modern kitchen with stainless appliances offers an expansive workspace for any cooking endeavor and a cozy breakfast nook. Additionally, on the ground floor, there is a vintage powder room, laundry room and a guest suite with bath. Upstairs are three extra large bedrooms including spacious primary suite with artful embossed ceiling detail, large dressing room and updated marble full bath. The other family bedrooms have ensuite baths, and one has a large additional sunroom. For the young at heart, the home also features an expansive lower-level Tiki room bar and bath, not included in square footage, beckoning for years of fun and frivolity entertaining friends and family alike. Adding to its flexibility, the property features a detached 494 sqft Casita offering an extra space for a proper office, home gym, media room, hobby room or studio. The rear of the house opens to an upper-level wood deck off the breakfast nook and a lower-level brick patio. The property offers ample parking with a three-car garage, front motor court and circular drive. Coupled with its classic heritage, the home is mere moments from the relaxing atmosphere of Holmby Park, the world-class shopping at Westfield Century City, the glamour of Beverly Hills, and the cultural offerings of UCLA and Westwood. It also allows access to the prestigious, award-winning Warner Avenue Elementary School.