Extraordinary yale home on famed story book row! 1st time on the market in 50+years. 5 bedroom home, 2 bedroom apartment, in law guest quarters, 2 full lots. Main residence: 5 bedroom | 4 baths | chef friendly kitchen w/breakfast bar opening to family room | generous size dining room w/ fireplace | spacious living room w/ cathedral ceilings accented by wood beam trusses | showpiece custom brick fireplace |large loft is a multiple use work or play space overlooking living room | butlers pantry adjacent to living room | 2 downstairs bedrooms each w/available bath | laundry room | hand crafted cottage fence & entry gate accent garden patio & porch creating a whimsical welcome to this nostalgic balboa island home | a central courtyard w/ french doors opening from downstairs living areas is a crown jewel of this propertyan alluring european style outdoor gathering area w/brick fireplace is perfect for relaxation, gardening, enjoying morning coffee or entertaining on a small or grand scale! Apartment: 2 bedroom | 1 full bath | breakfast bar | dining area | private entrance w/ interior staircase |stacked washer / dryer | balcony patio. In law guest quarters: studio style | kitchen w/ breakfast bar | 1 full bath| balcony | private entrance w/ interior staircase. Parking:2 individual two car garages w/ work benches, cupboards, tool closets | large double gated carport located between the garages accommodates an additional car, golf carts, boats, bikes, surfboards & beach gear. Location! 4 doors to a wonderful south bay front beach! Short distance to marine avenue the hub of community | short jaunt on so. Bay front boardwalk to balboa island ferry landing for a ferry ride across the bay to the fun zone & restaurants, ocean & the balboa pier for swimming, surfing & fishing. 115 apolena is an original yale home as seen through its whimsical architecture, wood craftmanship showcasing beam ceilings, hardwood floors, staircase & balcony railings, clever nooks & niches | leaded windows, brick fireplaces, vintage light fixtures & handcrafted doors w/classic knobs & latches all add to the vintage flair in 1997 the owners purchased & incorporated the property next door in an extensive remodel. Every effort was made to replicate the whimsical qualities of the original yale home in the new addition & create one home on the two lots that sustains the architectural style, craftsmanship & whimsey of the original yale home. It was a success!