Serenity, light and openness define this well-loved mid-century home nestled on a private cul-de-sac with mountain views. From a tranquil courtyard, a slate entry with floor-to-ceiling windows opens to a step-up living room and dining room embraced by glass and a deck overlooking three garden areas. The spacious kitchen's eating area opens to the entry courtyard and access to the lower-back garden. This with a circular traffic pattern between the living room, dining room and kitchen makes for great entertaining. A surprise'' downstairs opening onto the lower-back garden mirrors the living/dining-room space. It has a family room with fireplace and two studies,[ one of which could be a bedroom. The bedroom wing on the entry level has an ensuite bedroom with sliding doors to an upper garden, a laundry room and two bedrooms with one bath. Perfect for indoor/outdoor living, it enjoys the small-town charm of Sierra Madre while having easy access to Pasadena and 210 freeway.