An architectural gem just up the street from downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, Banyan House is the first home designed by Mark Mills in Carmel. After Mills was an apprentice at Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin Fellowship from 1944-48, Banyan House was financed by Mrs. Clinton (Della) Walker, the owner of Frank Lloyd Wright's… Read More only seashore designed house ever built, and sold to Mark Mills' father. From 1954 to 1957 Mark lived in the house, which is a significant example of Wrightian principles or organic architecture combining the use of desert masonry with local building materials. Other highlights include a custom iron gated entry, living room with fireplace, geometric windows flooding the spaces with natural light, and meticulously manicured grounds with pathways to explore. Mills' imaginative design skill at successfully integrating such an abstract plan comfortably into its landscape setting is very much in keeping with the Carmel tradition. With gorgeous woodwork and interesting details around every corner, this architectural innovation is a work of art and ready for its next loving owners to enjoy for years to come. Read Less
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Tim Allen 831-214-1990
Listing Snapshot
Days Online
28
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Beds
3
Full Baths
3
Square Ft.
1,574
Lot Size
0.18 Acres
Year Built
1951
MLS Number
ML81985695
30 Days Snapshot Of 93923
$3,810k
+34%
(avg) sold price
20
-25%
homes sold
50
-21%
(avg) days on market
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Lot
Max Area: 8000.00, Max Area Units: Square Feet
Building
Built in 1951, 1,574 square feet, 1,574 living square feet, Style: A-Frame, Building type: Detached
Dining Room
Dining Area
Family Room
No Family Room
Fireplaces
2 fireplaces (minimum), Free Standing, Living Room, Wood Burning
Foundation
Concrete Slab
Roof
Composition, Shingle
Cooling
None
Garage
Carport
Water Features
Public
Heating
Forced Air
Utilities
Public Utilities
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Property
Zoning: Residential, Horse property?: No
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