PROPERTY DETAILS
Located on Atherton’s premier street, this home presents a classic example of French provincial architecture – with complete balance and symmetry, shuttered windows, and a steep hip roof. Preceding it all are perfectly aligned rows of sycamores, formal gardens, and an extensive inlaid stone motor court presenting the utmost in European styling. Remodeled and updated throughout with a decidedly French influence, the design showcases varnished parquet flooring, artistic wall finishes, and exquisite window coverings. Spanning two levels of luxurious living, the home’s personal accommodations include 4 upper-level bedroom suites, au pair quarters on the main level, plus a fully equipped one-bedroom guest house. The formality of the home continues outside with impeccably manicured gardens, a pool, and expansive pavilion for year-round entertaining – all bordered by towering trees for the ultimate in privacy.
MAIN LEVEL OF THE HOME
Entrance ~ Gated entry to a vast inlaid stone motor court outlined with sycamore trees and borders of lawn
Foyer ~ Front door with iron grillwork set between two oval windows; varnished parquet floor;
crystal chandelier; staircase with wrought iron railing to the master suite; three sets of French
doors to the rear grounds
Powder Room ~ Furniture-style vanity with marble counter and gold sink
Living Room ~ Varnished parquet floor; ceiling medallion with crystal chandelier; masonry fireplace with carved stone surround and chimneypiece from a French chateau; French doors to the front, rear, and library
Library ~ Paneled, hand-finished walls and cabinetry with space for media center; custom carpeting; French doors to a side terrace; full bar with seating, ice maker, and hammered copper sink
Wine Cellar ~ Fully customized; temperature- controlled; tasting counter with Sub-Zero wine cooler; access to rear grounds
Dining Room ~ Wainscot paneling beneath upholstered walls; varnished parquet floor;
French doors to the front gardens; ceiling medallion (note: chandelier is excluded)
Butlers Pantry ~ Limestone countertops and china cabinetry; Sub-Zero wine cooler,
Thermador oven and warming drawer, hammered brass sink
Kitchen ~ Antiqued and distressed cabinetry with glazed terra cotta tile countertops and limestone backsplash; limestone and parquet floor; two islands, one with seating; built-in media center with articulating screen; desk center; walk-in pantry; Thermador 6-burner range with griddle and two ovens beneath an inlaid cast-iron medallion; Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, KitchenAid microwave, two Miele dishwashers, Broan compactor, and two sinks
Breakfast Room ~ Floral wall covering; limestone and parquet floor; exposed beam ceiling with carved corbels; cascading staircase with wrought-iron railing to bedroom wing; French doors to rose garden; (note: chandelier is excluded)
Powder Room ~ Furniture-style vanity with carved stone sink; tile wainscot and floor
Family Room ~ Box beam ceiling; limestone and parquet floor; built-in media center with flat panel television plus projection system and drop-down screen; masonry fireplace with limestone surround and chimneypiece; five sets of French doors to the rear grounds
Laundry Room ~ Adjacent to kitchen with abundant cabinetry and counter space
Guest Bedroom ~ Designed for staff needs; located off the laundry room; limestone floor; built-in cabinetry with sink bathroom Pedestal sink and tub with overhead shower
UPPER LEVEL OF THE HOME
Master Suite ~ Private wing accessed from the main staircase; high coved ceiling with crystal chandelier and dormer windows on three sides; gas-log fireplace with intricately carved mantelpiece; two fully customized walk-in closets; limestone bathroom with two vanities, whirlpool tub, steam shower with two showerheads, and separate commode room
Three bedrooms in a private wing are accessed from the rear staircase and master suite
Bedroom Suite 3 ~ Customized in a castle theme with extensive built-ins; dormer window; French doors to rear balcony; parquet wood floor; customized closet; stone tiled bathroom with tub and glass-enclosed overhead shower
Bedroom Suite 4 ~ Dormer window; parquet wood floor; customized closet; bathroom in stone tile with large glass-enclosed shower
Bedroom Suite 5 ~ Hand-painted artistry on the walls and ceiling; parquet wood floor; extensive built-ins; customized closet; tumbled marble bathroom with tub and overhead shower
Guest House
Living Area ~ Limestone floor; media cabinetry; surround sound; five sets of French doors
Kitchen ~ Antique-glazed and hand-painted cabinetry with tiled countertops; island; Thermador gas range, Amana microwave, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, Bosch dishwasher, apron sink
Bedroom Suite ~ Carpet; vaulted ceiling; two closets; laundry closet; tiled bathroom with glass-enclosed shower
Other Features
Systems ~ Security alarm, central vacuum, four heating/air conditioning zones, water filtration system, sound system with individual room controls, CAT5 wiring, Lutron programmable lighting; warm floors in the laundry room, master bath, and au pair bedroom
Grounds ~ Large pavilion with ceiling heaters, masonry fireplace, and outdoor kitchen with Viking barbecue, U-Line refrigerator, and sink; koi pond with fountain; formal gardens with parterre rose gardens, level lawn, strolling paths, and redwood groves; swimming pool with retractable cover
OFFERED AT $10,500,000
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