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Riverside,CA 92506
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,526 sqft
Price per Sqft $480
MLS Listing ID IV-25178400
Style Custom Built,Ranch,Traditional
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1951
Lot Size 1.150 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
HISTORIC RUMSEY DRIVE- THE HISTORIC "POLO BARN HOUSE"- Possibly one of Riverside's most storied properties, this home was created from a barn that originally sheltered horses for the Riverside Tennis and Polo Club (later evolving into Victoria Club) in the 1950s. HISTORIC RUMSEY DRIVE- "THE POLO BARN" Preceding the incorporation of The Victoria Club it was known as the Riverside Golf and Polo Club. The Polo fields were located just south of Central Avenue where the field side stables and original clubhouse exist today converted into residences when the "Sungold" Tract was developed in the mid 1950s! This structure was converted to a residence as well and expanded and improved by each of the four subsequent owners over the last 70 years. If Martha Stewart ever resided in Riverside this would have been her home and studio! The main living area is comprised of the original main barn with the original wood beamed ceiling, horizontal random Redwood paneling, hand-set stone floors and the addition of a stunning massive brick fireplace. The warmth and charm exhibited in this rambling residence is truly unique and leaves all who visit with a special experience. Once the home of noted life-style author Emily Barnes and featured in several magazines including House Beautiful, Sunset and Better Homes and Gardens the house and grounds afford the opportunity to reside in a truly unique setting. Amenities abound including the separate 200SF Great Room with brick fireplace; Pool/spa courtyard with raised wood deck and outdoor kitchen; vegetable and multiple flower gardens; The front of the property is highlighted by the old growth Oak and Birch trees and the private pond with miniature pier to enjoy this truly restful environment. Arguably one of Riverside's most unique and special residences!
Location
State CA
County Riverside
Area 252 - Riverside
Interior
Interior Features Beamed Ceilings,Brick Walls,Built-In Features,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceramic Counters,High Ceilings,In-Law Floorplan,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Stone Counters,Storage,Tile Counters,Wood Product Walls,Kitchen Open to Family Room,Pots & Pan Drawers,Remodeled Kitchen,Walk-In Pantry
Heating Zoned,Central,Forced Air
Cooling Central Air,Dual,Electric
Flooring Stone,Tile,Wood
Fireplaces Type Dining Room,Family Room,Gas Starter,Living Room,Masonry,Patio,Raised Hearth
Laundry Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup,Individual Room,Inside
Exterior
Exterior Feature Barbeque Private,Lighting
Parking Features Concrete,Detached Carport,Driveway,Driveway - Brick
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool Private,Fenced,Filtered,Gas Heat,Gunite,Heated,In Ground,Permits
Community Features Storm Drains,Street Lights,Suburban
Utilities Available Water Connected,Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Phone Connected
View Y/N Yes
View Hills,Trees/Woods
Building
Lot Description Sprinklers,Corners Marked,Front Yard,Irregular Lot,Landscaped,Lawn,Level,Level with Street,Lot Over 40000 Sqft,Secluded,Sloped Down,Sprinkler System,Sprinklers In Front,Sprinklers In Rear,Sprinklers On Side,Sprinklers Timer,Treed Lot,Walkstreet,Yard,0-1 Unit/Acre,Back Yard
Sewer Conventional Septic
Schools
Elementary Schools Alcott
Middle Schools Matthew Gage
High Schools Polytechnic