2319 Wellington Ave.
Such a sweet house on a very special street in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, with history connected to the Flying A Studios. In the same family since 1943, it has retained much of the original charm but has undergone a remodel and expansion in 2000. Offering two bedrooms and two full baths, with an ensuite master bath that is rare for a home of this era. There are beautiful hardwood floors throughout, a spacious living room with fireplace, formal dining room and remodeled kitchen with walls of windows. From the kitchen there is access to a sunny balcony overlooking the private back yard with fruit trees. There is a two car attached garage, a one car detached garage as well as additional storage space. Recent landscaping with colorful drought tolerant plantings front and back.
Wellington is a special street with a history surrounding the Flying A movie studios. According to the family records, this home was built by the secretary for well known film star in the 1920's, Mary Miles Minter. Tax records say it was built in 1931, but the chain of title goes farther back into the 1920's.
The home underwent an extensive remodel in 2000 - the original master bedroom was turned into an ensuite bath, and the current master bedroom and balcony were added. The kitchen sun porch was enclosed and made a part of the kitchen, creating a spacious and sunny kitchen with a breakfast bar and eating area. A new roof was installed in 2000, and the electrical and plumbing were also updated.
The older part of the house has original windows, hardware, architectural features. The newer part is a seamless addition, maintaining the charm and style of the original home.
