300 N San Rafael Avenue, Pasadena, California, 91105

$25,000,000

Single Family / Detached

14 ba 8 bds 20,567 Sqft

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Roland and Margarita Hernandez House: Buff, Smith and Hensman, 1997.One of the largest private view estates in greater Pasadena, the Hernandez House sits on 3.4 acres in the prestigious San Rafael Hills. Fully gated and mostly level, the site provides sweeping views looking east over the historic Colorado St bridge and the city of Pasadena and dramatic mountain vistas to the north and east. Designed by the iconic and pioneering firm of Buff & Hensman in 1997 and expanded in 2002, the 8-BR suite and 14-BA main structure spans three levels of living space, purposefully designed for an organic relationship between lifestyle and site. Having evolved from true post and beam structures, the estate employs many of the contemporary innovations that would later define Buff & Hensman. The home was planned so all major areas are oriented towards the best views. 20' ceilings with sides of glass open to the rear yard, 'merging' with the surrounding environment. 60' pool is bisected by elevated limestone bridge, creating a lap pool and waterfall to the north and wider family pool with spa to the south. Large lawn leads to glass paneled 2BR/2BA guest house with kitchen and fireplace that can be completely opened to lawn and adjacent N/S lighted champion tennis court. Having first engaged Buff and Hensman to build their Pasadena home, the Hernandez's and architects then embarked on the most difficult task of locating and acquiring the ideal site that would not only complement, but integrate with, the living spaces imagined by the Hernandez. As arduous as it was to find the initial site, it was an intersection of planning and good fortune that allowed them to procure and expand to the adjacent 300 Los Altos Dr. parcel in 2002. A truly rare confluence of events that lead to the marriage of a significant architectural home to be perfectly oriented on an expansive, private site with boundless, unobstructed views. *FEATURES:*2-stry, heated 8-car garage, *Entry-level: Entry, living room & great room w/20' ceilings, dining room, open: kitchen, family, & breakfast area, library, laundry, BD-suite, guest kitchen and guest suite, 2 Add'l BA's.*Upper: Primary suite w/2 BA's & 2/walk-in clsts, 4 Add'l BR-suites, study/BR-suite, office.*Lower: Wine, entertnmnt lounge w/BA, gym w/BA, sauna.*60' pool w/spa.*Lighted N/S tennis w/BA.*Glass-paneled 2BR/2BA w/kitchn guest house.*Fully gated w/2-automatic auto gates.*Viewing terrace.*Play area.*Add'l access from Los Altos.

PROPERTY FEATURES

Rooms Features

Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island,Kitchen Open to Family Room,Walk-In Pantry,Utility sink,Self-closing drawers,Pots & Pan Drawers,Stone Counters,Remodeled Kitchen,Kitchenette Rooms information : Dressing Area,Primary Suite,Primary Bathroom,Main Floor Bedroom,Laundry,Kitchen,Workshop,Walk-In Pantry,Walk-In Closet,Wine Cellar,Sauna,Office,Media Room,Living Room,Library,Great Room,Guest/Maid's Quarters,Exercise Room,Family Room,Entry

Utility Features

Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public

Comunity Features

Association Amenities: Other

Parking Features

Attached Garage : Yes # of Garage Spaces: 8.00 # of Parking Spaces: 20.00

Security Features

Security Features: Automatic Gate,Security Lights,Security System,Smoke Detector(s),Wired for Alarm System,Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Card/Code Access,Closed Circuit Camera(s)

Exterior Features

Patio And Porch Features : Covered,Patio Lot Features: Back Yard,Garden,Sprinklers Timer,Sprinkler System,Sprinklers On Side,Sprinklers In Rear,Sprinklers In Front,Sprinklers Drip System,Park Nearby,Secluded,Landscaped,Lawn,Front Yard Exterior Features:Barbecue Private,Lighting Fencing: Glass,Security,Privacy

General Features

Parcel Identification Number: 5708001025

Heating Cooling Features

Cooling: Has Cooling Heating: Has Heating Heating Type: Central Cooling Type: Central Air,Zoned Bathroom Features: Double sinks in bath(s),Bathtub,Main Floor Full Bath,Walk-in shower,Vanity area,Upgraded,Soaking Tub,Separate tub and shower,Privacy toilet door,Jetted Tub,Exhaust fan(s),Dual shower heads (or Multiple),Double Sinks in Primary Bath,Remodeled,Linen Closet/Storage

Construction Features

Architectural Style : Contemporary,Modern Flooring: Carpet,Wood Year Built Source: Seller

Interior Features

Basement : Finished Fireplace Features : Den,Outside,Patio,Primary Bedroom,Living Room,Library,Great Room,Guest House,Family Room Common Walls: No Common Walls Appliances: Dishwasher,Barbecue,Water Heater,Warming Drawer,Microwave,Hot Water Circulator,Gas Water Heater,Gas Oven,Gas Cooktop,Double Oven,Water Purifier,Water Line to Refrigerator,Vented Exhaust Fan,Refrigerator,Ice Maker,Freezer Laundry Features: Individual Room,Dryer Included,Washer Included Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar,In Kitchen,Dining Room,Breakfast Nook Laundry: Has Laundry

Other Features

Exclusions:All artwork and sculptures/statuary, interior and exterior. MLSAreaMajor: 645 - Pasadena (NW) Other Structures: Guest House Detached,Tennis Court Private,Storage