1228 S Center Street

Redlands, CA 92373

Welcome to Green Gables - a 1891 Victorian Queen Anne steeped in romance & charm. A history-lover's delight! Built just ten years after Redlands, CA, was founded, this stunning lady in green once saw horse-drawn carriages & hand-cranked phonographs. It oversaw the beginning of the citrus boom in Redlands. Today, you can have the special privilege of being connected to your home & the entire city of Redlands in a way few others could even dream of. An enviable & historical status statement. Recently repainted in 2021, this passionately restored 7-bed, 5-bath home retains its original wood floors, exterior & interior Victorian decorative elements, original doors & door hardware, bullseye trim, original windows with historic wavy glass & ornate framework, antique ceiling medallions, and a treasure trove of other Victorian delights. Enter through a solid wood front door featuring its original glass panes & muntins. Inside, find a blend of tastefully hand-painted walls, wood panelling, and beautifully embossed William Morris wallpaper from London, all period-appropriate. Redwood & pine bring warmth to the interior & the grand staircase. The double kitchen features plenty of cabinet & counter space, two sinks, three breadboards, and a butler’s pantry with a service window & swinging door to a grand formal dining room. There are original, irreplaceable gems here, like a speaking tube that reaches the second floor, hookups for service bells, and a servant staircase. Antique pocket doors connect the formal dining room to a roomy parlor. Spend quality time here in the parlor, in a private sitting room, take in the view from a gorgeous Juliet balcony, or connect to nature in the solarium. Upstairs, discover a breathtaking landing with a heritage library. All bedrooms & sitting areas are quite spacious for the period. The primary suite offers tons of room & natural light, a separate sitting/dressing lounge, and an ensuite bathroom with a clawfoot tub, marble counters, and a basin sink. On the top floor, find bonus living quarters or an area for your private study with an additional bath. A pull-down ladder on this floor gains you access to a loft. Outside, the grounds are home to scenic walkways with cypress, jacaranda, pomegranate, lemon, lavender, butterfly bush, and native milkweed. A workshop & shed provide additional outdoor storage. This is your chance to own a true heritage home and have a legitimate claim to the story of Redlands, CA!

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