Charming Tudors aren’t uncommon in Dallas, especially in Hollywood Heights/Santa Monica—home, supposedly, to one of the nation’s largest collections of stone-embellished Tudors. But not many of 6931 Lindsley Avenue’s neighbors—stone-embellished or otherwise—can boast a guest house so impressive that it could be mistaken for the main house.
Purchased about 25 years ago, 6931 Lindsley’s current owners added the guest house in 2017. Their vision for it was influenced by the German and Scandinavian interiors they’d encountered throughout travels abroad–think muted woods and natural light à la Dwell magazine. “Their builder, Brian Gream, came up with this cool idea that mixed modern with historic,” says listing agent Joe Kacynski. “The result is an interesting juxtaposition that’s totally unlike anything you’d expect from other homes in the neighborhood.”
To access the guest house, cross the bridge that connects to the main deck and stretches high over the backyard. Enter afterward into a space as bright and airy as its inspirations, thanks to the huge windows: “The light in there is just beautiful. When you’re there, you’ve got a great view of all the trees,” says Kacynski. (It is, of course, aptly nicknamed “tree house.”)
Though only 440 square feet, it punches above its weight with a tucked-away loft and living space originally intended for use as an art studio. Today, the opportunities it presents are endless; you could move into the home and rent out the guest area, or turn it into personal office space, too. In East Dallas especially, where Dallas’ popular hotels feel a little further away, residents are often left scrambling for short-term rentals that can host their relatives during the holidays. The guest house provides the perfect solution. “You could live in there while renovating the main home, if you choose,” continues Kacynski. “But there’s lots of opportunity for income as well—it would make a great AirBnB.”
And we couldn’t forget about the main three-bed, two-bath home itself, built in 1930 and still wearing its oldest elements well. Original hardwood floors accent the open-concept dining and living room, while original stained glass brightens the front cabinets of the kitchen. Need additional living space? The options for outdoor entertainment are limitless when you have a large front porch and back deck to choose between. Both present perfect vantage points for observing the goings-on of the surrounding neighborhood, which celebrated its centennial last year but still feels young.
“This neighborhood is home to every demographic you can imagine–whether young and single, or married with children,” says Kacynski. “There’s a really big sense of community and plenty of family activities.” Plus, with White Rock Lake, Lakewood Country Club, and the Santa Fe Hike & Bike Trail a short distance away, strolling or socializing is easily accessible from this gem close to everything Dallas offers.
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