This home was built in 1927 by award winning contractor Fred Barker and designed by Henry L.A Jekel. Unfortunately, it was neglected over the years until it was embraced by the capable hands of the current owners. The property was completed transformed and given new life. Respectful rehabilitation and an ability to be guided by a long-term vision for the home were the foundation of this renovation. The circular entry with its decorative plasterwork transports you to a time beyond even the 1920’s when this home was built. It resembles the stone walls and walkways of a medieval castle and ignites your imagination every time you step inside. To your left is the dining room with its stunning east wall of wood frame windows. There are striking details like the tiled openings with decorative corbels, tray ceiling and horsehair plaster finish in a vertical pattern but my favorite design choice is the fashionable 1920s Art Deco windmill patterned floors. The kitchen was designed by a lifelong chef and so is not only beautiful but practical as well. It has a dual fuel 6 burner Thor range, secondary prep sink and all the counter and cabinet space you could ask for. The backsplash features sunny yellow field tile with Spanish motif accents and above the range is a depiction of a handmade and hand painted beautiful coastal California Torrey Pine. Stepping down into the living room you’ve reached the heart of the home. It has a barreled ceiling, three French doors that open onto a large brick patio and an elegantly designed wood burning fireplace. The last room before we head outside is the primary suite. It has a quaint and stylish retreat with beehive fireplace, built in bookshelves and unique casement windows. This room has direct access to the back garden and its en-suite bathroom features exciting two-tone granny-smith green and chartreuse colored tile work. An Andalusian farmhouse just wouldn’t be complete without beautiful gardens and when these owners purchased the home this lot was nearly all barren earth. It now has lovely walking paths, flowers and flowering shrubs and more than a dozen fruit trees. Several varieties of citrus and pit fruits like plum, peach, apricot and nectarine as well as fig, guava and kumquat. The back garden features an east-coast style vinyl lap pool and several patios to sit relax and soak up the sun. This property is already under the Mills Act Historic Home Tax savings program, inquire for more information.

Last Updated	3/28/2025	Year Built	1927
Community	Riverside	Garage Spaces	2.0
County	Riverside

SCHOOLS

School District	Riverside Unified
Elementary School	Alcott
Jr. High School	Gage
High School	Polytechnic

Additional Details

AIR	Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING	Yes
APPLIANCES	6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Range Hood
AREA	Riverside
CONSTRUCTION	Plaster
FIREPLACE	Yes
GARAGE	Circular Driveway, Door-Multi, Garage, On Site, RV Access/Parking, Yes
HEAT	Central
HOA DUES	0
INTERIOR	Beamed Ceilings, Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Suite, Separate/Formal Dining Room
LOT	0.45 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION	Corner Lot, Front Yard, Sloped Down, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
PARKING	Circular Driveway,Door-Multi,Garage,On Site,RV Access/Parking
POOL	Yes
POOL DESCRIPTION	In Ground,Private,Vinyl
SEWER	Public Sewer
STORIES	3
STYLE	Spanish
UTILITIES	Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Phone Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
VIEW DESCRIPTION	None
WATER	Public
ZONING	R1065

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