438 Villagrande Ave S FL 33707

This elegant Mediterranean home was built of concrete in 1934 and features three large bedrooms and three full bathrooms PLUS a Library/Office and sits on TWO LOTS in HISTORIC OLD PASADENA. This historic neighborhood began in 1922 when Handsome Jack Taylor purchased the land and after many years and interesting events is now the very popular neighborhood known as OLD PASADENA. This amazing home offers many charming design features including arch doorways, balconies, patios, a private courtyard and more. Every room has an abundance of natural light and views of the park like grounds. The living room floor boasts unique hand cast tile matching the tile in the lobby of the Vinoy Park Hotel. The living room has a very high cathedral ceiling with decorative beams, a gas fireplace and newer French Doors to the west patio and the rear courtyard. This courtyard is partially walled and has lush plantings. It is a favorite spot. The large Dining Room is perfect for your dinner parties. It has original Oak Floors and built in shelves and French Doors opening to the Magnolia Patio and easy access to the eat in Kitchen.The Kitchen is complete with lots of cabinets and counter space and stainless steel appliances including a Bosch Dishwasher and 3-door Refrigerator. Down the hallway, past another set of French Doors is a full bathroom and the Third Bedroom currently being used as an office. Upstairs you will find the Second Bedroom with French Doors to a balcony, original built in shelves and drawers and a beautiful variation of a porthole window. The Second Bathroom is just steps down the hallway which leads to the Office/Library. The Office/Library is adjacent to the Master Suite. It works well as a home office but is flexible space and would also make a great nursery. The large Master Suite is tucked away and has a very secluded feel. There are French Doors opening to the balcony overlooking the Magnolia Patio. The en suite bathroom has a jetted tub, dual sinks, a towel bar warmer and is fully tiled to the ceiling. There is a two car garage plus parking for four additional vehicles accessible from the alley. The tile roof is newer and permits are available. There are so many beautiful features not all can be listed. You must come see for yourself.