Located in the coveted Linda Vista Neighborhood of Northwest Pasadena, this private home offers tasteful updating in an idyllic setting. Upon approach, curb appeal is abundant with its professionally landscaped front yard shaded by several mature trees. The entry offers access to a formal living room with gleaming hardwood floors, ornamental fireplace, and French doors that open to the private outdoor living area offering opportunity for large indoor/outdoor gatherings. The chef inspired kitchen with generous counter space, professional quality stovetop/oven and long island is perfect for complex meal preparation. It also includes a farm style sink, walk-in pantry, and built in breakfast nook. This room opens to the spacious family room, becoming the informal focal point of the home. The family room is designed for TV viewing and includes an ornamental fireplace, built in speakers and an adjacent powder room. This wing of the house also includes a formal dining room and versatile office or computer room. Off the living room is a long hallway leading to 4 bedrooms including the grand primary suite, complete with fireplace, walk-in closet, and spacious bathroom. This suite offers solace away from the main living areas. Three other bedrooms and two bathrooms round out the sleeping quarters. The expansive private backyard is a tranquil creation. This unique setting with large shade trees, lush landscaping and water pond feature with flowing stream is pure serenity. Relax in the oversize in-ground spa or prepare outdoor dining with a covered patio and built-in gas BBQ. The upper tier of the yard includes a separate custom structure that could serve as a playhouse, storage or additional detached office. A bird aviary and plentiful side yard offers additional opportunity. All of this in the infamous Linda Vista neighborhood with close proximity to the Rose Bowl and Brookside Park, home to an array of Pasadena's traditional outdoor activities.