$8,995,000
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The elegant façade is graced by nine exquisite Art Nouveau leaded glass windows with arched transoms, decorative frieze work and parallel balusters at the roof and base lines. The “arch” is the recurring theme in the design details of the home. Sculpted boxwoods and seasonal blooms in the landscaped garden flank the driveway and angled walkway to the portico with an intricately carved wood door and six sidelights.
The light and airy ENTRY HALL with polished marble inlay, Art Nouveau windows and gorgeous original semi-circular staircase welcomes guests to the beautifully proportioned public rooms for entertaining on a large scale.
The generous Powder Room, guest closet and elevator stop are located off the Entry Hall.
The expansive sunny LIVING ROOM features a fireplace, multiple floor-to-ceiling Art Nouveau picture windows which look out to the portico and tree-lined street and polished hardwood floor.
Fanciful plaster tracery in the ceiling and deep crown molding of the formal DINING ROOM adds warmth and elegance. Two floor-to-ceiling windows bring in light and French doors open to the North Terrace with Presidio outlooks.
The very spacious open KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM is the informal heart of the house. Its many features will please the home cook as well as the caterer:
The FAMILY ROOM looks out to the Presidio with views through the trees to the beautiful Bay and conveniently opens to the North Terrace off the adjoining Dining Room.
The full floor Master Suite:
Ascend the gracious staircase to the second floor landing with a welcoming library niche. Tall French doors open to the very private MASTER SUITE. The MASTER BEDROOM features a fireplace, picture windows and terrace overlooking the Presidio greenery.
The luxurious MASTER BATHROOM features marble surrounds, vanity, deep tub, separate shower and WC. Ten built-in custom mirrored Pullman closets house wardrobes and accessories for every season.
A convenient second BATH off the Master Suite features marble surrounds, vanity, WC, large walk-in shower, ample wardrobe storage and bar refrigerator.
The spacious MASTER SITTING ROOM looks out to beautiful homes across the way and features a custom desk/cabinet assembly in faux bois wood for books and objects d’art. A sunny glass enclosed SUN ROOM adjoins.
The elevator stop, extra storage and second back stair to kitchen complete this level.
The full-floor Children’s Level:
Ascend the staircase with skylight to three BEDROOMS (one with a south terrace) and three BATHROOMS.
The oversized CHILDREN’S CENTER FAMILY ROOM is the perfect space for study, crafts, hobbies and sleepovers. Multiple sets of arched windows enjoy the Presidio outlook. Additional features include a skylight, fireplace, built-in entertainment wall system and wet bar. A convenient HALF BATH adjoins.