Sold on 8/15/2008 for $5,750,000
455 San Rafael in Pasadena California is a 7 bedroom 6 bath home with 10013 SqFt.

This home has been described as, Sited on over two acres of park-like grounds on one of Pasadena's premier streets, this gracious gated estate, originally designed by noted architect Louis DuPuget Millar in 1908, was thoughtfully expanded in the 1920s by Roland Coate and includes evocative formal rooms, spacious bedroom suite retreats, richly-finished libraries, and a host of peaceful terrace and garden venues for entertaining and relaxation. Exceptional detailing includes elaborate moldings, Batchelder tiled staircase and balconies, imported casework, wrought iron screens, stained and leaded glass windows and custom cabinetry. The residence is approached on a circular drive, past gardens and fountains, into an intimate blue-tiled courtyard, which then welcomes guests through a hand-carved front door to an impressive foyer. The gracious floor plan presents beautifully proportioned rooms and spectacular garden vistas, and includes four bedrooms and four baths on the main floor and three bedrooms and a bath downstairs.