524 Watson Street
ca1920 Arts and Crafts
Arthur Mason, a former city clerk long-time deputy county assessor, and civic leader, was the designer/Owner of this home. It is an early example of the use of modern Carmel stone veneer in residential construction by noted Monterey master builder James C. Anthony.
This unique house of the Arts and Crafts period is faced in Monterey Shale and presents a unique aspect to the residential area of the Old Tow Neighborhood. Constructed between 1912 and 1926, it is generally rectangular in shape and sits high above the street on an L-shaped lot that includes a large vacant section. The building has two front-facing gabled ends and a moderately sloped roof, A front wing is located to the left and the roof above is stepped down from the main roof. The roof has a thin profile and at the lower eaves has rounded rafter tails.
The use of Monterey Shale is pervasive throughout the building envelope and continues into the landscape with both the sidewalk wall at the front, and steps and walkways utilizing the material. The walls are punctuated by large glass panels at the front, and the front entry door sits perpendicular to the street.
Historic marker: Arthur Mason, a former City Clerk, long-time Deputy County Assessor, and civic leader, was the designer/owner of this home. It is an early example of the use of modern Carmel stone veneer in the residential construction by noted Monterey master builder James C. Anthony.
Directions to the next house: Continue down Watson but take your first left onto Jefferson Street. You’ll find the J.C. Anthony Family Home at 761 Jefferson Street, #13 on the map below.
