1018 Stanford ST Santa Monica, CA 90403

Breathtaking Spanish style home on an oversized 8,024 sq. foot lot in the prestigious college streets North of Wilshire, yet close to the beach or shopping and dining on Montana Ave.Impeccably maintained and updated with no expense spared by its long term owner this 4 bedroom 3 bathroom estate offers a comfortable and luxurious place to call home.Enjoy your morning coffee and breakfast in the eat in chefs kitchen with Bluestone counters and custom cabinetry with paneled appliances that match, pocket doors allow a graceful dining experience in the formal dining room. The front living room area allows for a place to entertain or quietly read by the wood burning fireplace while the scent of Magnolia tree wafts in through the upgraded double paned windows. The eastern exposure offers beautiful morning sunbeams through the spectacular and huge front arched window.A first floor bedroom accommodates guests nicely with its charming cedar lined closet, and down the hall is a charming full bathroom with adorable vintage tile.The great room with its massive beams, and floor to ceiling sliding glass doors looks out into the private backyard and large bubbling Koi pond and fountain.Imagine dining al fresco, playing in the grass, gardening, or just enjoying a glass of wine under the stars. The great rooms gas fireplace and the whole home sound system make for a especially cozy place to watch movies. Upstairs we have 3 bedrooms, one currently used as an office, which has its own A/C system to complement the homes dual zoned Air conditioning system. The home also has central heat, and a tankless gas water heater. The sunny primary bedroom is fabulously oversized and has a terrific ensuite bathroom that will make you feel like you're at a high-end hotel every day. A spa tub and large shower, each with skylights, compliment the fine stone finishes. Custom designer closets have been freshly redone. Step out onto the balcony off the primary bedroom and take in the sea breeze and enjoy the sunsets as this family has for more than 30 years.