Quiet 2 bedroom home w/ beautiful gardens, 15 Organic Fruit Trees & creek.

Description

This is our second house adjacent to our main property. It is currently unoccupied. This home offers the ambiance of a mountain hideaway rather than a city dwelling. This is a 1947 residential project that used the Living Building Challenge framework to achieve Zero-Energy Certification. Our property was recognized as the 2022 Project of the Year at the Sustainable Innovation Awards with USGBC-LA. Location & Surroundings: - Nestled near Marina Del Rey & Santa Monica, close to LAX. - Eco-friendly, net-zero, sustainable two-bedroom retreat. - Features 15 mature organic fruit trees and herb gardens. - Includes resident chickens for fresh morning eggs. - Close to Mar Vista Farmers' Market for local produce on Sundays. Unique Environmental Features: - Man-made creek with soothing sounds for tranquility and meditation. - Lush organic gardens in the front yard providing fresh produce: oranges, tangelos, mandarins, grapefruits, apricots, guavas, pomegranates, cumquats, finger limes, lemons, artichokes, habanero chiles, bananas, basil, mint, and more. - The creek and garden area are a shared space with the owners and their guests. House Amenities: - Ceiling fans. - Central air & heat. - Large TV in the master bedroom. - Full kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, fridge, cookware, glassware, dishware, and silverware. - Coffemaker. - Laundry facility. - Bathtub. - Private gate for added security. - Driveway parking with an EV charger and additional street parking. - Newly remodeled front porch deck made from reclaimed, non-toxic lumber and overlooking the front garden. - Private backyard with a cool bicycle art sculpture, potted plants, a grand pine tree for shade, and a relaxing couch. - Outdoor eating area under a grand pine tree providing shade. - Reclaimed patio furniture. - A wagon for kids and bikes are available upon request. - Bar counter for computer/office workspace for 2. Recreational Opportunities & Attractions: - Near LAX. - Six minutes to the quiet Playa Del Rey Beach. - Bike paths connecting Manhattan Beach, Santa Monica Beach, and Malibu mountains. - Close to Venice Beach Boardwalk, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Universal Studios, and Downtown LA. - Ideal for reading, dining, and creating art in the private backyard. Special Features & Services: - Weekly gardening service for maintenance. - Quiet, safe, and friendly neighborhood with tree-lined streets. Eco-Friendly Initiatives: - Energy-efficient appliances and solar power. - Use of non-toxic materials in construction and furnishing. - Creative reuse of materials for reduced carbon footprint. - Solar panels for net-positive renewable energy production. - Energy-efficient design and insulation to lower energy use. - On-site energy storage and solar-powered emergency solutions. - Greywater irrigation. Our property aims to provide a peaceful, sustainable, and comfortable environment for guests, highlighting the importance of eco-friendly living and the joys of being close to nature while still being conveniently located near major LA attractions.