“The kind of house that keeps revealing itself, with wood paneling, stained glass, stone masonry, and a weirdly wonderful staircase.”
- Claire O'Connor
126
Summit Rd
La Verne
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
8
Total Area
9,453 Sq. FT
Lot Size
58,370.4 Sq. FT
Price
$12,750,000
The Summit House
Perched above La Verne on an acre +, 126 Summit Road was recently expanded and restored by Barbara Bestor. Originally designed by Frank Lloyd Wright protege Foster Rhodes Jackson in the early 1950s, it carries that rare mix of architectural presence and livability that’s impossible to replicate.
Listed by Brett Lawyer and Timothy Durkovic, Carolwood Estates
Inside
The rooms are open. The ceilings lift. The layout can hold a full house: gatherings, weekends, extended stays – but always keeps its sense of calm. The kitchen is built for real use, but still gorgeous with tons of personality. Living spaces layer out from there, offering both openness and privacy. There’s a sense of flexibility throughout. A separate guest house, a home theater, and multiple living areas make it feel sprawling. Oh, and it’s been published in AD.
Outside
The setting is singular. Over an acre of land, with foothill views, artful walkways, and dramatic masonry. The pool deck makes for an easy go-to outdoor space. The koi pond welcomes you home. Plus grassy lawns, gardens, and stone terraces designate areas for eating, relaxing, or hosting everyone you know.
The O' Factor
It’s really the details here. The shape of the windows. The wood paneling. The stone that carries from inside to out like it was always meant to be there. A weirdly wonderful staircase. Stained glass in places you don’t expect. Built-ins and little nooks with personality and purpose. It’s the kind of house where you keep noticing things.
The Homes we Represent,
Represent Us.
Every home has a soul. Every human has a place they were meant to be. Our instinct is knowing when the two finally meet. We honor architecture, preserve great design and celebrate the match. Welcome to O’Connor Estates. We’ve been waiting for you.
Proof is in the Properties
SOLD
Closed $200K over asking
SOLD
Closed for $1,589/sq ft
SOLD
Closed $250k over asking
