Dorothy Chandler Estate: Historic Mansion in Los Angeles
Registered as a Historic Cultural Monument, the Dorothy Chandler Estate is a fine example of Beaux Arts architecture in Los Angeles’ coveted Hancock Park.
One of the great landmarks of Los Angeles, the Beaux Arts mansion has been referred to as the ‘Western White House’ as it accomodated U.S. presidents including Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon.
The Windsor Park villa was built in 1913 for SoCal real estate developer Peter Jannes and designed by renowned architects J. Martyn Haenke & William Dodd, both protégés of Julia Morgan of Hearst Castle fame.
After a succession of owners, the property was purchased In the 1950s by Norman and Dorothy Chandler, cultural icons of Los Angeles and publisher of the Los Angeles Times, who named the property ‘Los Tiempos’.
Today, the house is named after these patrons who became known for the fundraisers and society events held in the lavishly appointed music room.
The 6 bedroom, 8 bath home spans 9329 sq ft with classic detailing throughout, seen in the 400-year old French limestone floors in the kitchen and the hand-carved custom cabinetry throughout.
The trophy home is set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot in the historic Windsor Square, Los Angeles.
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