Nestled into the leafy San Fernando Valley suburb of Sherman Oaks, this modern vacation rental in Los Angeles is one of thousands developed by mid-century architect Edward Fickett that were part of an expansive legacy in how Los Angeles sprawl would come to define an era.
Tract homes have that unmistakable, sunny SoCal aesthetic but tended to be a workman-like answer to a burgeoning population. But not Fickett’s.
The single level home offers many of Fickett’s signature touches: High ceilings and light that enters through walls of glass and skylights in floods or streams, depending on the time of day. Open plan interiors and dividing slumpstone walls that don’t go up all the way are also typical Fickett, allowing for brilliant circulation and an adobe-like finish that adds texture to the composition.
The house was beautifully and respectfully updated by an Italian interior designer with colorful and classic modern furnishings and period pieces that are in harmonic response to the architecture. Paola Lenti’s curvaceous pieces were chosen for plush seating, making the interiors pop with giant knits and sumptuous colors. An Eero Saarinen Tulip table anchors the dining corner, surrounded by a host of Eames DSW chairs in citrusy tones.
Gorgeous built-in finishes and cabinetry with wood paneling accents beautifully with the brick fireplace which is a great focal point of the home. Only non-toxic, eco-friendly materials were used in the restoration.
There’s a fully equipped kitchen and a dining area, and three double bedrooms.
The completely private outdoor spaces include a pool area and a separate yard to soak in the great Cali weather and the fabulous views of the Valley.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Wifi throughout, cable TV, climate control, kitchen and bath amenities. Children’s dinnerware, books and toys. Off street parking.
AROUND
Famous as a sheltered ‘burb of LA, Sherman Oaks straddles the San Fernando valley side of the mountain that divides the metro area, and is a quiet, extremely peaceful neighborhood within reach of the best of both sides. The Ventura strip is nearby and hosts plenty of excellent eateries and bars, gourmet shops and boutiques. Nearby to the intersection of the 101 and 405 freeways and Mulholland Drive, it’s a nice neighborhood to enjoy suburbia with a quick hop over the hill to the best of the rest of Los Angeles.
Depending on traffic of course, you are within a half hour drive to all of the action on the Sunset strip, Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the west side for the best dining, shopping and nightlife. Further east is the resurrected and thriving downtown district and a half hour west is the coastal area beaches of Santa Monica, Venice, Malibu and the Santa Monica mountains for the best of LA’s outdoor recreation.
LOCATION
Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, California. Nearest Airport: Los Angeles International (16 miles)
BEST TIME TO VISIT: Year round
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