Tucked near the end of a quiet street in the prestigious Madison Heights neighborhood is this turnkey townhouse, part of the charming Windemere complex.  With direct access from the tree-lined street, views from all the windows, and an attached 2-car garage in the back, this unit has the privacy and feel of a traditional house.  Walk through the front door and down the entry stairs into the spacious living area, featuring wall-to-wall carpeting, a fireplace, a dining area with new chandelier, and plantation shutters.  Through the sliding glass doors you’ll find a pristine enclosed patio area, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee under a shady magnolia tree. The living area also has a large coat closet and powder room with cultured marble countertop, new framed mirror, and new chrome light and sink fixtures. The kitchen boasts pearl-flecked black granite counters, a breakfast bar, travertine tile floor, wood cabinetry, Bosch fridge, Kenmore stove, GE microwave, dishwasher (2004), and new recessed lights (2011). The lower staircase goes down to the garage where there are shelves for extra storage and a laundry area. Up the entry stairs you’ll find two new hallway chandeliers, a hallway linen closet and two spacious, light and airy bedroom suites with soaring vaulted ceilings. The front master suite features a walk-in closet, double sinks with cultured pearl counters, a second closet in the bedroom, and an attractive shower with full glass door and inlaid decorative tiles. The other master suite includes a single sink and separate bath/shower room. The unit features new paint in all the rooms (2011), new light and sink fixtures in all the bathrooms (2011), new carpeting (2008), energy efficient central air/heat (2008), new automatic garage door (2010), security system, copper plumbing, and a 40-gallon hot water heater. The complex offers a swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and barbeque/kitchen area. HOA fees cover water, trash, common area maintenance and insurance. Within walking distance of Whole Foods, the Fillmore Gold Line station, and many wonderful restaurants, it is also just minutes away from South Lake shopping, South Pasadena and freeway access.  Combining the coziness of a mountain retreat with the convenience of urban living, this home offers both location and style.

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