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| 270 SEA CLIFF AVENUE | |||||||||||||||||||
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| Abstract: This magnificent completely remodeled home commands a unique panoramic view of the ocean, the Marin Headlands and the Golden Gate Bridge. Perching on a cliff above the waves, it boasts a large modern deck with a hot tub on the Ocean side, as well as a sheltered and secluded terrace going from the kitchen and dining room out onto a lush south-facing garden with a marvelous outdoor stone fireplace. The living room, study, master-bedroom and family room (which has its own balcony), as well as the guest room and sunroom, all have fantastic ocean views. There are five bedrooms, (with the possibility of a sixth), six and one half bathrooms, and a handsome mahogany paneled library with a balcony which overlooks the garden. There is a separate two-car side-by-side garage with two doors. This home is splendid, tasteful and one-of-a-kind. |
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| garden The house is discreetly hidden from the street by the garage and an eight foot wall and is entered by an elegant gate. Inside, the south-facing garden explodes with roses and a lush lawn. Secure, private and beautifully landscaped, this lovely space is dominated by a huge outdoor stone fireplace and is a fabulous space for entertaining, with its intricate irrigation, lighting and outdoor heating systems and the possibilities for using the charming raftered garage (which has its own wet bar) as a catering station. |
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| main level
The path to the front door runs through the garden into a sky lit entrance. The foyer is large and welcoming, with walls that feature wonderful faux marble finishes extending up the stairs to the second and third floors. It is also graced with an elegant stained and stenciled oak floor. The oversized living room has a handsome fireplace and a bay window with magnificent views extending all the way to the Farrallone Islands in one direction, the Marin Headlands straight ahead and the Golden Gate Bridge in the other. The adjacent sitting room shares the same wonderful views. Its bay window has an unusual skylight that sheds marvelous light on an intimate dining table. The main dining room, with its columned entrance, is beautifully proportioned and has French doors that lead out to the terrace, garden and fireplace. |
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kitchen
The kitchen has stylish wood cabinets and an array of top-of-the line stainless steel appliances, including a Viking six-burner range with a grill, Wolf double ovens, an oversized Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, and an especially quiet dishwasher by Bosch. There is a separate wine refrigerator and ample storage. A bright eating area is served by French doors going out to the garden. This floor is completed by a very gracious powder room with a unique cut-glass sink, a large walk-in windowed coat closet and a convenient bar area decorated with a marble countertop, refrigerator and mahogany shelving backed with antique mirrors. There are hidden speakers and new hardwood floors throughout. |
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Bedroom Level: The master bedroom suite is simply stunning. The view is extraordinary and the room is flooded with light. In addition to the main bedroom which is entered through a vestibule there is a large corner ocean view sitting room and his-and-hers dressing room and bathing areas. His bathroom has walnut cabinetry, a granite counter and a large steam shower. Her dressing area has a walk-in fitted closet and a large bathroom with a separate toilet and bidet area as well as a separate shower and large tub. There are two spacious well-lit bedrooms at this level, both of which overlook the garden and have good closets. One has an ensuite tiled bathroom with decorative tile insets and a stylish contemporary glass sink. The other bedroom is served by a tiled hallway bathroom with a tub/shower and additional hand-held shower. There is a fourth smaller bedroom with a closet, which could serve either as an office as it is currently used or as a nursery. At this level, off the stairs, there is a large and well-equipped laundry room with a stacked washer/dryer, a utility sink, counter and drying rack. There are also two linen closets at this level. |
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Top Floor: The penthouse family room has an original tiled fireplace with decorative inserts and a fabulous balcony accessed by sets of sliding glass doors that can be pulled back to create a seamless transition to the outdoors, stupendous ocean views and sea breezes. There is an extensive entertainment center with built-in concealed speakers and a separate windowed bar area with a refrigerator, slate countertop and bird's eye maple cabinetry. The library on this floor is remarkable. It is very large with mahogany bookshelves, recessed windows, arched French doors opening onto a south-facing balcony overlooking the garden and an unusual coffered and sky lit ceiling also of mahogany. A tiled bathroom with a shower completes this level. |
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| Lower Level: An ocean view guest bedroom is served by a tiled hallway bathroom with a marble countertop. There is also an attractive ocean view sunroom or playroom with built-in shelves for books and games leading to an extraordinary deck cantilevered out high above the waves with a hot tub set in a commanding position for enjoying the views from the Golden Gate to the Pacific Horizon and breaking waves yet with a sense of privacy. This level also contains a large multipurpose room with a heavy- duty laundry and storage area. The front garden and the rear deck connect with a walkway to allow for easy maintenance and for entry to the lower floor from the outside. |
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| TAXES: To be reassessed upon sale, currently expected to be approximately 1.140% of the purchase price. NOTE: Prospective buyers are advised to review, prior to making any offer, the "Real Estate Transfer Disclosure Statement", on file with the listing agent. TO SHOW: By appointment with the listing agent. |
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