DESCRIPTION:

The house stands out impressively among its already handsome neighbors for its French Renaissance architectural style, which is expressed in its Mansard roof detailed with natural slate, its stunning Venetian plaster finish and its stately French doors and windows adorned with period wrought-iron decorative balconies. A ground-level colonnade conceals the two-car garage and a stunning one-of-a-kind antique wrought iron gate proudly stands guard before the home’s entrance door.

MAIN Level:

Once inside, the staircase leads directly to the breathtaking three-story reception atrium. A world of exceptional quality and craftsmanship emerges. Luxurious hardwood flooring, beautifully appointed plaster ceilings, antique crystal chandeliers and custom wrought iron work establish the rich palette from which the entire home draws.

Designed for luxurious at-home living and entertaining, the adjoining living room and dining room invite vistas of the tree-lined street below through tall floor-to-ceiling French doors. Dazzling trumeau mirrors and custom mantle flank the fireplace while intricate plaster ceilings with handsome crown molding and nature friezes seamlessly adjoin the dining area.

The south-facing rooms are dedicated to the large family room and luxurious chef’s eat-in kitchen. This entire area enjoys day-round natural light and opens to the home’s enchanting terraced gardens where mature Princess trees flower year round. The family room is a wonderful informal space for socializing with its comfortable seating area with custom solid wood cabinetry and enjoys convenient access to the open eat-in kitchen. Dreamt and built by chefs, the gourmet kitchen presents only the best in cooking appliances, seamless rare stone countertops over solid custom cabinetry, gorgeous limestone floors and all of today’s technological amenities. French doors from the breakfast area and family room open to the south patio and terraced garden. This lovely private garden is filled with blooms and can also be enjoyed from the expansive balconies of the upper levels of the house. From the yard the fabulous Venetian plaster finish on the exterior can be enjoyed.

Completing this impressive level is a private powder room with seating alcove, coat closet, pantry and a beautiful built-in china cabinet.

BEDROOM Level:

Designed with privacy, warmth and elegance in mind, this level features two north-facing family bedrooms with a shared full bath and the home’s grand master suite. Occupying the entire south wing of this level and featuring tranquil garden vistas off a private walkout terrace, this luxurious retreat has it all, including beautiful herringbone pattern hardwood floors. Two separate walk-in closets and floor-to ceiling French doors complete the main sleeping chamber. The adjoining seating area and en-suite bath add to the drama, volume and sophistication of this private oasis. The master bath presents a custom built double vanity, a sumptuous two-person hydro-jet tub, separate glass-enclosed shower and discrete powder room, while the private bedroom seating area offers sumptuous space and a wood-burning fireplace. Two large linen closets complete the amenities on this floor.

UPPER Level:

Finished with the same quality and attention to detail as the rest of the home, this level first introduces an expansive library/kids’ playroom complete with wall-to-wall built-in cabinetry, fireplace, full bath and a walk-out view terrace. The south section of this level is composed of two large garden view bedrooms with an adjoining slate terrace overlooking the flowering gardens below. One bedroom features a private bath done in elegant limestone, while the other is serviced by a full hallway bath.

The house is completed by a two-car side-by-side garage with interior access. There is a laundry room and a large, full shelving, finished store room at the same level along with the utility rooms.

This sophisticated City retreat will please even the most discerning buyers. It’s unique and quiet location, flat streets and proximity to shopping, entertainment, restaurants and the Presidio is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a home in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in San Francisco with rich architectural heritage.