Description
"Villa Collina" an extraordinary just-completed restoration of a circa 1927 iconic Mediterranean masterpiece originally built for Clement E. Smoot by renowned architect Henry Harwood Hewitt. One-of-a-kind authentic dramatic Old World Tuscan chateau in epic setting on a huge flat hilltop lot in prime Los Feliz; with views of the Griffith Observatory and the wooded hills on one side, and the downtown skyline on the other. Turreted formal entry leads to extraordinary open dining and living rooms with original handmade tiles, fireplace, and multiple French doors opening to a massive extended viewing terrace anchored by a stunning gazebo overlooking the sparkling city lights. Entertainer's kitchen with chef's appliances and brand new sub-zero is accented by built-in breakfast nook and French doors. Upstairs level with 3BD and 2BA includes storybook primary suite with sitting room and gorgeous updated deluxe blanc bath; long arched hallway, and remarkable guest bedroom with views on three sides. Ascend the tower room for private office or den. Exquisite newly redesigned hotel-style separate full guest apartment on the lower-level doubles as an oversized luxurious spa. Fully tiled Roman swimmers pool, spacious flat grassy yards, separate spa and fountains; deck with sauna. Lower lot trails meander across the almost half-acre property with gardens, hardscape and fountains. An unparalleled experience: stunning vintage character floating in the sky!
