5282 Marlborough Dr San Diego, CA 92116

Agent Remarks: Proudly nestled on a lovely corner lot in prestigious northern Kensington this original Spanish Revival home, crafted in 1929 as a model-home invites you into a world of timeless elegance and charm. Step in and discover stunning hard-wood flooring throughout the main living areas and be captivated by the living room’s magnificent barrel ceiling and artful fireplace-perfect for serene evenings and quiet gatherings. The warmth continues with the dramatic two-story entrance turret featuring an exquisite sweeping staircase adorned with Malibu tiles and magnesite floors that create a striking focal point. Art niches throughout the home add an air of sophistication and provide the perfect display spaces for your prized collections. The 26-foot primary suite is a true sanctuary, complete with a spacious private balcony that the overlooks the serene tree-lined streets and beyond. Please see supplement… Outside, the private patio is an entertainer’s dream, designed by famed Yamada landscape architects, this outdoor retreat features a custom trickling fountain and natural lattice that surround this heaven-sent environment. Relax amongst the mature landscaping all architecturally respectful to this Spanish masterpiece. You will love the secret greenhouse and shaded south patio that enjoys original doorways from the living and dining rooms with graceful Revival arches surrounded by planting beds and greenery. Truly, an enchanting escape within your own grounds. The kitchen boasts a cozy banquet customized-into a bay-window that gazes onto the private rear patio, a built-in desk and a center island with gas burners. This property is not only a remarkable residence but a potential candidate for the Mills Act and possible tax savings. An amazing opportunity to own a piece of SanDiego history in one of the most coveted locations in the city. Welcome home!

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