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Casa del Herrero

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Casa del Herrero, meaning 'House of the Blacksmith,' is a historic Spanish Colonial Revival estate built in the 1920s. The property features a stunning main house filled with original furnishings and decorative arts, surrounded by lush gardens with fountains, tiled patios, and a working greenhouse. Guided tours take visitors through the residence and grounds, highlighting the architectural details and landscape design that reflect the era's revival style. It offers a serene escape into early 20th-century elegance and horticultural beauty.

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  • Walk through the formal gardens, including the rose garden and citrus orchard, designed by renowned landscape architect Ralph Stevens.
  • Admire the hand-painted tiles, wrought-iron details, and antique Spanish furniture inside the main house.
  • See the original blacksmith shop, which gives the estate its name, with tools and equipment on display.

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Ways to visit Casa del Herrero

You can explore Casa del Herrero at your own pace. A tour is worth it mainly for transport, or for pairing it with nearby sights in one day.

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