Remarkable opportunity to own two 3bd/2ba homes on one lot with a short walk to the ocean in beautiful Rustic Canyon with upper home designed by noted Westside architect, John Byers. This property was home and art studio to world renown artists Nicolai Fechin and Sergei Bongart. Front home is a 3-story Dutch Colonial with high vaulted beam ceilings and spectacular light shining through into the massive living room, kitchen, and spacious dining area. Other features include 840 square foot vault to store paintings/valuables, laundry room, modern jet tub in main bathroom, and private terrace to relax and unwind with a glass of wine or read a book as you take in the sounds of running water from the lion's head fountain and soak in the beauty of the terracotta tiles with fancy inlays. The upper home is a 2-story classic design from 1930 with very high vaulted ceilings, stunningly large fireplace in awe-inspiring living room with floor to ceiling windows for lots of natural light, inviting and spacious dining room off the retro kitchen with fancy tile countertops, speak easy from the prohibition days, captivating loft, bedrooms overlooking the majestic trees and beautiful flora. Make this property your own private oasis or entertain family and friends as you meander out to the peaceful patio for a moonlit dinner, libations, conversation, and relaxation. This is a one-of-a-kind property for those who value privacy, quality of life, timeless craftsmanship, and the temperate weather living near the beach in Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, and Malibu. Ideally located a short drive to 3rd Street Promenade with plenty of quality restaurants and luxury shopping as well as Pacific Palisades with quaint shops, eating establishments, and Riviera Country Club. Where else will find all of this and 2 separate single family homes on the same property? Ideal for artists, musicians, or anyone looking for more creative space. Many options come with this property including the potential for renting out one of the homes while living in the other. Welcome to Paradise!

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