The following was taken from the 1994 Anaheim Vineyard Heritage Association Home and Garden Tour

The Vineyard Heritage Association draws its name and identity from the Los Angeles Vineyard Society which, with the determination and perseverance of 50 German families, founded and settled Anaheim in 1857. Most of the homes in this neighborhood were built between 1920 and 1940, although a few homes built before or after these dates are sprinkled throughout the area. The predominant architectural styles of our earlier homes are English Tutor, Spanish Colonial, Mediterranean and Mission Revival, Provincial Revival, and California Bungalows.

This tour will feature homes throughout the neighborhood from the 1920's to the 1930's. Each home will have its own unique distinction in architectural features such as stained glass windows, built in cabinetry, hardwood floors, doors, molding, original lighting and bathroom fixtures, lush landscaping, and many nooks and crannies.

F.A. Yungbluth came to Anaheim from Germany in 1893 at the age of 15. He and fellow Anaheim pioneer Louis Kroeger operated a very successful mens clothing store on Center Street in old Anaheim whose membership emblem was the "Don't Worry Club." In 1930 Mr. Yungbluth was able to build this magnificent Spanish Colonial house.

As you enter through the front door, take note of the spacious living room. Six original sconces dot the walls and two serpentine plaster columns grace the fireplace. Adjoining the living room is a office which includes a "disappearing bed." The owners hope to restore the room to its original colors which were found hidden in the enclosure for this bed.

Throughout the house the hardwood floors have been sanded and stained to achieve a natural light ash color The present owners have completed this project along with painstakingly restoring a hand painted border in the master bedroom to its original state.

The Grange Bungalow is a lovely 2 bedroom, 1 bath home built in 1920 and first occupied by Frank J. Oelke (one of the many Oelkes who resided here during the early years of Anaheim). In 1925 it was purchased by Ross and Pearl Grange who lived in the home until the 1970's. The house then fell into disrepair at the hands of various short term owners and renters over the next two decades. In April of 1990 Beale Dabbs and Jacqueline Orzechowski purchased the house and began its current restoration and renovation.

This house has most of the features one would find in a typical 1920's bungalow: front porch, large overhanging eaves, built-ins and fir woodwork throughout. The rear half of the home was extended in the 1930's to include a small dining room and laundry room. The kitchen and bathroom were also remodeled at this time. The bathroom received a beautiful art deco tile treatment, making this room one of the highlights of the house. An uncommon feature is a finished basement added underneath the 1930's addition. Most houses built in California at this time had only small unfinished cellars.

This charming 2 bedroom cottage was built in 1927 as a retirement home for a German couple. Typical of catalog homes of this period, every 2 X 4 and plank is numbered and was delivered by railroad. The owner having never owned a car walked to his job as a custodian at the nearby Anaheim theater.

Since purchasing the home in July, 1991, the present owners have refurbished the hardwood floors and the kitchen. The demolition of a tiny garage has allowed construction to begin on a garage, workshop, and second story family room with full bath. The addition is accessible from the back yard.

The first outstanding feature you will notice is the unique entrance framing the french doors. Inside, sun drenched living and dining rooms are highlighted by full length French windows and a carpenter style sideboard. At the north end of the living room, the fireplace was removed leaving the original ceramic hearth which will be restored. Future plans also include restoration of the original entrance, front door, and bathroom plus creation of an old fashion cottage garden.

This lovely house was built in 1930 for $4,500. The original owners, Marion and Eva Fort had no remaining funds after completion of the construction. Marion's parents gave him $50.00 for a birthday present, and Eva, being a wonderful seamstress spent the money on curtain material and made curtains for the entire house.

The Chances moved into the house in 1947. Ruth's garden has been the envy of the neighborhood for many years. The garden has more than 400 baskets, pots, staghorn ferns, etc. Ruth says "This is a great hobby as you get older". This house won the Anaheim Beautiful Award two times, once in 1977 and again in 1989. Both times it was mentioned that it was an old house which displayed much tender, loving care.

This house was built in 1929 by Mr. and Mrs. Ben Heyling, members of a prominent Anaheim family. One family member owned Heyling Pharmacy on what is now Lincoln and Anaheim Blvd., and another served for many years as a Captain of the Anaheim Fire Department.

Other owners included the Chapmans who in 1981 purchased the house and accomplished several major restoration projects including plumbing and electrical overhauls. The current owners bought the house in 1989 and have continued its renovation focusing on the landscaping and interior decor.

Follow the beautiful flowers and shrubs along the driveway and front of the house to one of the area's truly unique homes. The front door of this English Tutor home features a latched window that opens to welcome in guests. Once inside, the visitor is treated to a beautiful Spanish styled interior. Please be sure to note the lovely coved living room ceiling and other unique features of this house.

This Mission Revival house was built in 1913 by Joseph Fiscus, and Anaheim Councilman and successful rancher. Originally located at the corner of Anaheim Blvd )Then Los Angeles street) and Vermont, in 1956 it was moved to its present location. In the move the roof structure was removed to the second floor ceiling height and discarded! Only the clay tiles were saved. In 1984 the present owners researched the historical background of the house and located photographs showing its original style and architectural detail. The restoration of the roof was completed in 1987.

This house features a theme of three arches throughout. Note the front porch, entrance door, fireplace mantle, dining room built in cabinets, etc. The most impressive example is the three arch stained glass panorama of the San Luis Rey Mission on the upstairs landing.

Also look for an original tub and pedestal sink in the master suite bathroom along with the old (but recently purchased) pill toilet tank in the adjoining toilet room. An oval pedestal sink and claw foot bathtub are located in another upstairs bathroom.

A gracious Spanish Colonial home built a 1922 and first owned by Bernard Hatfield, a local jeweler. The home is located on its original site and beautifully represents the era in which it was built. If offers coved ceilings, hardwood floors, French doors, extensive use of mahogany trim, and as with the home next door a theme of three arches on the exterior and on the doors leading into the dining room. Another special feature to the home are the paired stained glass windows in the entry way, the kitchen, and the master bedroom.

The home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a laundry room, kitchen nook which was converted to a small den, an entertainment room, formal dining room, and living room. The house still has most of its original light fixtures in all rooms, with special notice to the two Spanish style chandeliers in the living room and entry way. The current owners moved into the home just a few months ago. Lucky that the house had been so well cared for by its previous owners they have not had to do any major restoration work, but an busy inviting newfound neighborhood friends into their home and adding touches that reflect their own personalities and tastes.

Built in 1918 by Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kustiner, owners of a clothing store in downtown Anaheim, this Mediterranean Revival home was flanked on the north and south by gardens of ancient elm, oak, and Brazilian pepper trees on a 16,000 square foot lot. The Kustiners resided in the room over the garage while the main house was being built. Later, in the 1920's this room was converted into a maids quarters.

Purchased in 1985 by Edgar and Barbara Gonzalez, they are restoring the home to its original grandeur. Built as a 3 bedroom 1 bath home, a second bathroom was carved from a closet and corner of one of the bedrooms in the 1970's. Recently this bathroom has been renovated with period lighting and plumbing fixtures to duplicate the feel of the 1920's.

Some features not to be overlooked include the small front arched windows, churrigueresque pillar, wing wall, Moorish arches in the living and dining rooms, and 10 foot ceilings.

Projects planned for the near future include a new copper fishscale shaped roof and a new kitchen and breakfast nook with period cabinetry, oak flooring, and new counters.

This French Colonial Revival house was built in 1935 for Carl H. Chillot and his wife Minnie. The Chillot's had been ranchers in Fullerton prior to building the house and moved to Orange in 1945 to once again pursue ranching. Jess E. and Maria C. Long purchased the house in 1945. Subsequent owners included the Nador family and their daughter Dorothy Pier and her husband Nicholas.

This landmark residence features outstanding architectural features including its steeply pitched pyramidal roof with flared overhanging eaves, an arched picture window, and elaborate roof and door pediments. The interior boasts a stately living room with oak flooring and original mahogany molding. The large formal dining room has coved ceiling, French doors, and leaded glass casement windows. The two vintage bathrooms have the original tile and fixtures. Other distinctive features include a cedar-lined hall closet, an original "mud' room, and a formal entry hall with side closets flanking the front door.

This house has been lovingly cared for through the years and continues to be cherished by as new owners of 6 months, a young newlywed couple.