Wallace Neff-designed house on Huntington Hotel grounds recaptures Pasadena’s best era

Recently listed for $5,900,000, the historic home is one of only 13 remaining cottages left on the grounds of the historic Huntington Hotel in Pasadena, and pairs Tudor Revival architecture with storybook flair.

Georgie Mihaila
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As devastating fires continue to claim many of the beautiful and architecturally significant homes the City of Angels is known for, we turn our attention to the gems that are not only still standing but looking to add a new chapter to their storied history.

Among them is a newly listed Tudor Revival home designed by celebrated architect Wallace Neff, one of only 13 remaining “cottages” built on the grounds of the historic Huntington Hotel in Pasadena — long before it was rebuilt and turned into the Langham.

The character-rich home was built in 1926 for hotelier and notable local figure Daniel M. Linnard, who managed (and later owned) the Huntington Hotel.

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A prestigious Pasadena property

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Offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of Pasadena history, the architectural home is one of only 30 bungalows ever to be built on the grounds of the famed Pasadena hotel, of which only 13 remain.

Some of the homes, built well before the Huntington Hotel was rebuilt due to fire concerns and later rebranded as The Ritz-Carlton, Huntington Hotel in 1991 (which became The Langham Huntington, Pasadena we know today) were built by the hotel, others commissioned by individual owners.

Among them is 790 Huntington Circle, a charming 5-bedroom home built for renowned hotelier Daniel Moore Linnard, best known for acting as a manager of the Huntington Hotel — which he later partly owned.

A prominent figure in Pasadena’s history, with Pasadena Magazine going as far as calling him “the Best Hotel Man in America”, D. M. Linnard managed The Huntington and the Maryland Hotel, and famously turned the latter into a year-round hotel, attracting tourists to the area in all seasons, a rarity at the time.

Now on the market for $5,900,000

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Recently listed for $5,900,000 with Matthew Berkley of Engel & Völkers, the historic home sits on a 0.57-acre lot on the grounds of the famed Huntington Hotel, now known as The Langham Huntington.

It packs a generous 6,178 square feet of living space beyond its charming facade, with 5 bedrooms and 6 baths (2 of which are half-baths).

The 1926-built home also features a finished lower level with its own separate entrance that can accommodate 3 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, and more, making it a good fit for either an in-law suite or guest quarters.

A charming oversized storybook cottage

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Hinting at the home’s architectural pedigree is an attractive facade that blends Tudor Revival and storybook design, a whimsical style best evidenced by the steep shingled roof, diamond-shaped mullioned windows, and presence of a “witch’s cap.”

But storybook elements and character-rich features are present throughout the home as well, including massive wooden trusses that soar nearly 20 feet high, supporting the open-beam ceiling of the great room.

Rare, timeless design features add to the property’s charm

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The Wallace Neff-designed home retains many of its sophisticated, timeless details, including a thirty-foot-long wall of diamond-shaped mullioned windows in the south-facing, formal dining room that fills both rooms with colorful hues.

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The kitchen adds a note of modernity

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With its stainless steel appliances and modern conveniences, the oversized eat-in kitchen adds a note of modernity without infringing on the home’s historic appeal.

Per the listing, the kitchen provides direct access to the sunlit breakfast room and outdoor spaces.

The primary bedroom hints at the home’s historic past

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With its vaulted ceiling, wrought iron chandelier, and gas statement fireplace, the primary bedroom suite is a true serene retreat, transporting residents to Pasadena’s Golden Age.

The en-suite primary bedroom has its own private balcony and is located on the first floor, with an additional guest bedroom and a bathroom.

Vibrant outdoor areas

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Outside, there are several areas for lounging and dining al fresco, a built-in hot tub, and a charming rear garden that’s as whimsical as the home itself.

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Other perks include proximity to world-class amenities

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Rounding up the offering are a finished lower level with its own separate entrance, 4 deeded parking spaces, and an off-street 3-car garage.

Future owners also enjoy easy access to the Langham Hotel’s world-class amenities, including fine dining, lush gardens, and a world-class spa.

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With a decade-long career as a digital content creator, Georgie started out as a real estate journalist for Multi-Housing News & CPExecutive. She later transitioned into digital marketing, working with leading real estate websites like PropertyShark, RENTCafé and Point2Homes. After a brief but impactful stint in the start-up world, where she led the marketing divisions of fintech company NestReady and media publisher Goalcast, Georgie returned to her first passion, real estate, and founded FancyPantsHomes.com