New to Market: Spectacular Contemporary-Portola Valley, CA

**This Architecturally Designed Residence created by a well-known Peninsula Contemporary Architect was designed in 1989 in the exclusive WESTRIDGE area of Portola Valley. How fortunate for the new buyer, the seller of this home JUST COMPLETED A 2-YEAR EXTENSIVE RENOVATION with the same Architect! The artistically unique home is thoroughly updated and improved yet remains true to its original intention – to bring the serenity of its 2.5 forested acres and the majesty of its 40-mile vistas experienced into every room.**Fabulous Views of:
*the city of San Francisco; and
*the San Francisco Bay and Bay Bridge; and
*the forested green and golden surrounding fields.
**YET ONLY less than 5 minutes to I-280 or 10 minutes to Stanford/Palo AltoPrivacy abounds this approximate 4,000+ square foot residence situated at the end of a quiet cul-de sac. Driving past towering oak trees and manzanitas on the home’s private driveway, one views this CONTEMPORARY home nestled among nature. Entering the elegant front door of cast glass is like opening a beautifully wrapped elegant gift — surprises of an inviting formal entry with spectacular San Francisco Bay views as the eye passes through the soaring skylighted gallery hallway to the living room with architecturally cathedral-like ceilings—“a WOW view”!

PERFECTION IN DESIGN and TREMENDOUS LIGHT INFUSION, the wide open spaces of the home are enhanced by bringing the outdoors into the interior of the home whether or not you choose to open the living areas via the EXPANSIVE GLASS DOORS. The main outdoor large deck (with sunken spa) and grassy yard is easily accessible via the kitchen, dining room, family/media room and living room.

FOUR BEDROOMS on one level of the residence plus a built-in PARTNER’S OFFICE on a separate level affords quiet privacy when others in the home are sleeping. A private balcony and numerous windows with nature-inspired VIEWS allow you to enjoy your working hours in the superb designed office with NUMEROUS OTHER FEATURES including custom built-in modern and stylish cabinetry, 2 built-in desks with leather desktops and CEILING HEIGHT Library-style BOOKCASES.

THREE AND ONE HALF LUXURIOUS BATHS – Each bathroom is designed with beautiful tiles from the highly regarded Ann Sacks Studio, Designer Collection including the designer, Clodagh. The MASTER BATH offers a SERENE SANCTUARY with numerous windows overlooking the private forested area, rich brown/bronze tiles, open shower area and crisp modern accents of luxurious LARGE WHITE SOAKING TUB and CONTEMPORARY STYLED sinks offers the solitude after a busy day at work. How absolutely delightful to walk on the RADIANT FLOOR HEATED TILED Bathroom Floor which extends into the bedroom and step-landing.

Night-time brings another amazing element with the LIGHTS OF THE CITY across the SAN FRANCISCO BAY twinkling in the foreground. Outdoor lighting has been strategically placed to highlight the large tree around which the deck was designed. What a spectacular home for entertaining!

$4,995,000

 

For More Info & Private Viewings:

Nino M. Gaetano