311 Montechico Drive, Monterey Park CA 91754 | $1,568,000

This Spanish-style, 1929 4 bd/3 ba hilltop residence with stained glass windows captures the magnificent architectural features of a by-gone era. A 2-car detached garage has an upper deck that beckons visitors to linger & take in the city view. A brick walkway leads to the turret-style entry. Frontage on two streets provides panoramic views with possibilities for expansion. The step-down lvg rm with beam ceiling, gas FP, & direct access to a covered veranda. Arched doorway in the formal DR leads to a solarium & gated patio. Also on the 1st flr are 2 bdrms (with views), 2 bathrooms, kitchen, breakfast rm with bay window, & laundry rm. Off the laundry room is another gated porch entry to the 2nd street. Back yd has privacy hedge & avocado, grapefruit, persimmon, loquat, & Chinese date trees. Viewing lounge on 2nd floor has two, large arched windows that provide a view east towards Kellogg Hill & San Jacinto Mtns. This viewing lounge is a great place to enjoy an indoor meal while gazing at the city lights. A shared bathroom is opposite the viewing lounge. At each end of the viewing lounge are 2 small cedar closets. The 2 bdrms offer their own views. The bdrm with an art studio/retreat has easterly views. The retreat provides a similar easterly view but also southwesterly views towards Long Beach. The picture window in the 4th bdrm has views of Mt. Wilson, San Gabriel Mtns, & city lights. The westerly view of the horizon, towards the distant Hollywood Sign, gives the opportunity for stunning evening sunsets. A wet bar allows for the convenience of morning coffee or evening drin