1973 Carmen Ave

About This Home

Available beginning of February - long term lease option (13 months or more). Set in the middle of Hollywood, yet secluded at the base of Beachwood Canyon, walking distance to Franklin Village, sits this meticulously restored and updated 1920's Tudor home. A rare opportunity to live in a piece of Golden Era Hollywood. This home is elegant and timeless, thoughtfully maintained, preserving its classic charm while offering modern comforts throughout.The spacious layout and comfortable appointment is perfect for relaxed everyday living as well as entertaining. The grand chef's kitchen can easily handle family meals at home or larger dinner parties with a separate breakfast nook and large oversized island. Impeccably equipped, the space features 5' Viking refrigerator and freezer, double ovens including a French door professional baking oven and 8 burner range top. There is a formal dining room with original molding and seating for 8 or more, along with a formal living room with a grand fireplace and vaulted ceilings all ringed with original leaded glass windows that have been painstakingly restored. The heart of the home is the family Great Room complete with a projector television and a separate study/ bar room and 10' custom Iron doors overlooking the original brick-lined backyard and regency style pool. A covered outdoor dining / living area adjacent to the pool and the family room provides a relaxing spot for friends and family gatherings and has a separate pool bathroom and shower.Upstairs, there are four generously sized bedrooms, including a junior primary en-suite with a fireplace and dressing room, a second guest suite with bathroom and private balcony overlooking the backyard, and a built in kid's bunk room with sleeping for six - perfect for sharing or sleepovers. The primary suite is a true sanctuary: complete with spa-like bathroom featuring a double vanity, huge shower room and soaking tub, a private balcony and a large walk-in closet designed for ultimate convenience and storage. The house has all new systems including separate 5 ton heating and air conditioning units for upstairs and downstairs and tankless water heater for endless hot water. The entire property is gated and secure with circular gravel drive and off street parking for up to six cars and an oversized garage. Uniquely sited with neighbors on only one side the property provides privacy and solitude in the middle of the city. Every inch of this home exudes elegance and sophistication, blending Hollywood history with modern luxury in an unforgettable setting. Offered fully furnished, decorated and thoughtfully appointed down to bedding, kitchen utensils and dinner ware. Separate one bedroom ADU with kitchen and bathroom can be made available as well.