1240 N Wetherly DR Los Angeles CA 90069 MLS #26809657

Gated 1948 Traditional residence with 5 bedrooms and 5 baths on nearly half an acre in a serene, park-like setting north of Sunset. Exceptionally private, meticulously maintained, and extensively updated, the property is designed for seamless year-round indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. A porch overlooks the secluded front yard. The entry opens to a black-and-white marble foyer and an expansive living room with bay window, crown molding, and antique French marble wood-burning fireplace. The formal dining room with wainscoting and pocket doors connects to the family room, featuring a second wood-burning fireplace with antique mantel, built-ins, and bookshelves. A breakfast bar and informal dining area flow into the spacious chef’s kitchen, appointed with professional-grade appliances and a walk-in pantry. French doors and windows throughout fill the home with natural light and open to lush garden views. Just off the kitchen is a separate guest or staff suite with ensuite bath and walk-in closet, along with an adjacent laundry room. A central hall with powder room leads to the private primary suite, complete with a cedar-lined walk-in closet and bath with soaking tub and heated floors. Two additional generously sized bedroomsone with built-in desk and shelvingshare a full bath. The lower level, with its own entrance, offers exceptional flexibility as a guest suite, office, gym, screening room, or staff quarters, and includes an ensuite bath, temperature-controlled 1,500-bottle wine cellar, and a large storage area. The deep, park-like grounds are framed by mature trees and landscaping and feature a large swimmer’s pool, dining area, and acabana with built-in prep and serving station complete with large sink, mini refrigerator and custom cabinetry.Major upgrades include a new dual high-efficiency heat pump HVAC system with ducting, flame-retardant cool roof, 400-amp electrical service, whole-house solar, tankless water heater, dual Level 2 EV chargers, drought-tolerant landscaping and updated pool equipment.A rare offering combining warmth, scale, and privacy, just minutes from studios, premier dining, shopping, and West Hollywood Elementary.