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Theres something special about finding a place that feels unmistakably Los Angeles yet somehow a world away from it all. Tucked into the hills between Silver Lake and Echo Park, 1164 Coronado Terrace is a 1955 mid-century retreat with a front-row seat to the citys most iconic landmarks and a backyard that may be its best-kept secret. Start the morning on the front deck, taking in west-facing views of the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Runyon Canyon. Those same incredible views can also be enjoyed from the living room and front bedroom. Inside, sunlight spills through black-framed windows onto original hardwood floors, giving the living spaces an easy warmth. The three-bedroom, two-bath layout offers room to settle in, work from home or host friends, while updated bathrooms include a steam shower and a primary bath brightened by a skylight. And then you discover the backyard. Elevated, remarkably private and filled with life, it feels less like a yard and more like a little garden tucked above the city. Follow the greenery from one gathering spot to another: a deck for lingering over coffee, a shaded corner for reading, and places to set a long table, pour another glass and lose track of time. Three mature fig trees, two sapote trees and a lemon tree bear fruit alongside a flourishing passion fruit vine, rosemary and lavender. Thoughtful touches like hardwired outdoor lighting and automated irrigation make this a space to enjoy by day and well into the evening. Its hosted celebrations and quiet afternoons alike, and its easy to see why. The best part? You can retre

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