📍 South Pasadena, CA 91030
💰 Offered at $12,500,000
📐 7,360 Sq. Ft. | 🛏 6 Beds | 🛁 5.5 Baths | 🌳 1 Acre
Built in 1917
Hidden behind the original estate walls and nestled on a flat, manicured one-acre parcel, this classically inspired Tuscan villa is a rare gem in the prestigious South Arroyo neighborhood of Pasadena and South Pasadena. Originally designed in 1917 by acclaimed architect Reginald Johnson, the estate reflects the grandeur of Italian Renaissance Revival architecture while offering relaxed, modern living.
Main Residence: 5 beds, 5 baths
Guest House: 1 bed, 1 bath
Lot: 1 acre
Total Sq. Ft.: 7,360
Outdoor Amenities: Grand pool, pavilion, spa, outdoor kitchen, rose garden
Historical Provenance Meets Designer Elegance
Owned by Pasadena luminaries for nearly a century, this distinguished villa has been home to renowned fashion designer Richard Tyler and his wife since 1998. It beautifully marries old-world craftsmanship with contemporary sophistication.
Architectural and Interior Highlights
- Soaring ceilings and voluminous rooms throughout
- Original Palladian doors and windows flood the space with natural light
- Luxurious materials: honed marble, rich plaster, period wood finishes, and premium paints
- Entry gallery with classical columns opens to formal entertaining areas:
- Grand living room with fireplace
- Adjoining library with fireplace
- Elegant formal dining room
- All spaces offer direct access to outdoor patios and gardens
Gourmet Kitchen & Casual Living
The chef’s kitchen flows seamlessly into a comfortable great room with casual seating. The adjoining butler’s pantry and catering prep area are perfect for entertaining, and a separate laundry room, two bedrooms, and a full bath complete the lower level.
Upper-Level Retreat
The second level features two private wings off the central landing:
- Luxurious Primary Suite:
- Private bedroom
- Sunroom and dressing room
- Walk-through closet and opulent bath
- Additional Wing:
- One en-suite bedroom with sitting room
- One executive bedroom with full bath and closet
Private Guest House
Tucked away within its own hedged gardens, the charming one-bedroom guest house includes:
- Cozy living room with fireplace
- Full kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom
- Surrounded by private landscaped grounds
Resort-Style Grounds
- Swimmer’s pool and expansive pavilion
- Spa retreat and hidden rose garden
- Outdoor dining terrace with fireplace and built-in grill
- Mature specimen trees, lush lawns, and tranquil water features
- Motor court and carport for multiple vehicles
- A peaceful viewing garden and several secluded outdoor nooks
A Rare and Private Opportunity
This is a one-of-a-kind, extremely private and exclusive estate offering timeless elegance, architectural significance, and modern-day luxury—truly one of Southern California’s finest residences.
