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ELEGANT AND IMPRESSIVE MEDITERRANEAN VILLA OF APPROXIMATELY 11,000 SQUARE FEET. THERE ARE STATELY FORMAL ROOMS WITH INCREDIBLE HAND PAINTED DETAILING, BEAM CEILINGS, WROUGHT IRON WORK, SUPERIOR WOODWORK AND UNSURPASSED MEDITERRANEAN FEATURES INCLUDING THE FINEST MATERIALS. THIS PROPERTY OFFERS A EUROPEAN FLAIR THROUGHOUT. RENOVATED WITH PRISTINE DETAIL, IT IS TRULY ONE OF A KIND PROPERTY. THE HOME OFFERS FORMAL LIVING ROOM, FORMAL DINING ROOM, 5 BEDROOMS, 5.5 BATHROOMS, 2 FAMILY ROOMS, AN OFFICE, KITCHEN, BREAKFAST ROOM, EXERCISE ROOM, AND ELEVATOR. THE EUROPEAN/MEDITERRANEAN AMBIANCE IS ENHANCED BY THE BALCONIES, VERANDAS, COURTYARD, GARDENS AND BEAUTIFUL YARD. TWO SEPARATE GARAGES AND EXTRA PARKING ON SITE.
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This incredible stately villa is perched on the hill above the boulevard in Saint Francis Wood. It offers incredible views of the ocean, the Farallon Islands, and quaint winding streets of the area. The Mediterranean architecture is apparent on the exterior as well as in the lovely interior detailing. This large home boasts approximately 10,863 sq. ft. of useable living space. Incredible gardens, lawn, and multi-tiered flower beds are part of the luxurious living this house has to offer.
Upon entering the original tile entry, one can see the beautiful landscaped garden, fountain and courtyard through the elegant leaded double doors. The entry is quite spacious and continues to the grand staircase located in the two-story rotunda foyer. The hand painted crown moldings, and bottle glass window add to this glorious foyer. There is a half bath off the entry. To the right off the entry and through the double interior wrought iron gates is the grand formal living room with original hand painted beam ceilings, and two separate sets of walnut doors that lead to the elegant balcony enhanced by marble tile flooring and an elegant wrought iron balcony. The views of the sunsets, ocean, fountain and trees are incredible from this vantage point. The crown moldings, impressive fireplace and double doors which open to the courtyard add to the beauty of this gorgeous room.
 Adjacent this room is an office with built in bookshelves, and double doors which lead to the gardens and terrace. The walnut woodwork in both the formal living room and office are impressive. The formal dining room offers wide crown ceiling moldings, hand painted ceilings, and two separate sets of double doors, one that leads to the courtyard, and the other to the multi-terrace gardens. There are two service doors – to the kitchen, and breakfast room.
The kitchen is gorgeous and the heart of the home. It includes a large center aisle, a six burner Wolf range with grill, a warming oven, seating for the family, cabinet with special lighting for baking bread and beautiful marble counters. The elegant wood cabinetry is accented by marble counter tops and under cabinet lighting. There are two Gaggenau ovens, two convection microwaves, and two Miele dishwashers. Conveniently located in the kitchen is a desk with bookshelves. Adjacent the kitchen is a service pantry with 2nd sink and ice maker.
 The lower family room/solarium off the kitchen is large in scale. There are approximately 20 foot ceilings with three sets of large imposing windows. They are grand in scale and capture the beautiful outdoors. The flooring is travertine with marble in-lay. The gorgeous woodwork is incredible and boasts large maple pillars and broad maple baseboards. A retractable skylight covers the entire ceiling allowing natural light, and if desired open-air. This one of a kind room can accommodate many seating areas. Adjacent on one side is the breakfast room, and on the other is a home gym with flat screen TV and mirrored walls, and adjacent bathroom. The bathroom has a steam shower and double cabinet sinks with marble top. The shower walls are tumbled marble and the floors are travertine with marble in-lay. Convenient access to the yard and gardens can be found from both the family room and exercise room.
Upstairs is a second family room with fireplace accented by a travertine mantel. The room is spacious and ideal for family living. There are beautiful views out four arched floor to ceiling windows. On the other side of the room one can overlook the lower family room and capture the garden views from the expansive windows. Open, airy, and light this room is very inviting and comfortable. There is also built-in cabinetry and a wet bar.
The remaining upstairs features three bedrooms including the master suite and the elegant upper landing. The master suite features maple wood cabinetry built-ins and an outside veranda with wrought iron balconies with marble flooring. There is an outside seating area on the other side featuring a courtyard outlook. There are 3 sets of double doors to enter the outside areas. The fireplace is accented by a travertine mantel. The master bathroom and dressing area are elegant and spacious. The walnut cabinetry is beautiful in both rooms. The custom bathroom features slab marble and bottle glass windows.
 The two additional bedrooms feature walk-out verandas and their own private bathrooms. Travertine floors, elegant tile work and marble accents are just a few of the quality materials used. Each bedroom has its out view or outlook. The gardens, trees, ocean and city views are just a few of the outlooks you capture from the bedrooms on the top level.
The main hallway upstairs and beautiful staircase with leaded glass windows features the beauty of the Mediterranean architecture. The imposing bronze chandelier is quite elegant and is well suited for this very dramatic area of the home.
On the lower level there are three rooms opening to a walk-out veranda with views. There is also extra storage and laundry area. There are two separate garages. The beautiful outside areas feature multi-tiered gardens, grass area, play yard with a massive pirate play structure, herb garden, and dog area.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
• Expansive gardens create a private paradise
• Glorious views of the ocean, trees, Marin headlands and adjacent gardens, tile rooftops and city views
• AT&T Spirit intercom system
• Timed watering system for outside gardens.
• Hepa filtration in the solarium forced air system
• 2 separate garages and more parking on site.
• Video security monitoring exterior and interior. Hard drive recorded for security surveillance.
• CAT5 Network computer wiring
• Hot water system with 2nd hot water boiler heat exchange
• Elevator to all levels
• Bay Area security and fire system
• Central zone control for Hydronic forced air system from central boiler
• Unique Mediterranean features throughout the property including gorgeous bronze light fixture in central hall
• European ambiance enhanced by balconies, verandas, courtyard, gardens and expansive yard.
• Exquisite chandeliers and light fixtures throughout the property
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