Listed by Elizabeth Puro with Douglas Elliman of California, Inc. 424-203-1800

Situated in Santa Monica's coveted North of Montana neighborhood, this single-level storybook cottage lies in wait. Lovingly remodeled by Giannetti Home, it offers the perfect balance of timeless charm and modern sophistication with a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. Past the grassy front yard, a wisteria-covered pergola adorns the entryway to the home. Through a Dutch door, a welcoming natural light-filled foyer leads to a bright and spacious living room with wood-beamed ceiling and fireplace. Nestled between the living room and kitchen, an airy dining room features steel French doors leading to a tranquil side yard ideal for entertaining. The gorgeous chef's kitchen is outfitted with exquisite floating marble shelves, custom cabinets, a stainless steel island with marble top, Wolf Range, Sub-Zero refrigerator and wine fridge. Adjacent to the kitchen is an expansive family room with double-height ceiling, clerestory windows and wall-to-wall built-in bookshelves replete with a library ladder. There are three bedrooms and three baths including the gracious primary suite, which features custom closets, a luxurious spa-like bathroom and access to the backyard with its outdoor white brick fireplace, manicured lawn, rose garden and covered vegetable growing beds. Venetian plaster walls and light oak flooring serve to further brighten the home while French casement windows with hidden screens and steel doors and windows by Riviera Bronze accentuate its modern aesthetic. Centrally located near all the best coffee shops and restaurants on Montana Avenue.