Privately tucked away on a Central Piedmont hillside with panoramic San Francisco Bay and bridge views, this c. 1920 residence is a masterful blend of traditional architectural styles and unparalleled craftsmanship. Updated with the finest materials, the public rooms open to stunning vistas and flow gracefully from one space to the next. A discerning eye will appreciate the oval shaped salon, three fireplaces, dramatic natural and architectural lighting, curved windows, generous moldings and a kitchen that finely balances art with function. In keeping with the dramatic interior, the manicured grounds are replete with the fresh scent of herbs and zen-like pathways, reminiscent of a wine country retreat.
Features include:
· Grand living room with vaulted ceiling, fireplace, built-in cabinetry and views of the San Francisco skyline
· Formal dining room with floor-to-ceiling custom casework and second fireplace
· Dramatic oval shaped salon with inlaid floor design and wall of curved windows that opens out to a terrace for al fresco dining
· Open chef's eat-in kitchen with center island, artfully designed with granite, stainless steel, vertical grain cherry, ash, and zinc and includes side-by-side Gaggeanau ovens, five feet of cooking space with both electric and gas burners and a tea and espresso station
· Spacious family room with cathedral ceiling,wood burning stove, wet bar and French doors to a private courtyard, perfect for outdoor play or relaxation
· Three bedrooms and two bathrooms on the top floor including a master suite with an oval terrace and spa-like bath with two-person walk-in steam shower
· Completing the upper floor is a loft overlooking the family room, perfect for reading, a hobby area or office
The lower level features a spacious den, 850 bottle wine room, updated full bath, laundry facilities and storage space
· Across the courtyard and just steps from the main house is a separate studio with en-suite bath, ideal as an office, artist's retreat or guest quarters
· Elaborate rear gardens and pathways, designed around a flagstone patio, provide loads of space for outdoor enjoyment, gardening enthusiasts or entertaining