This home, custom built in 2009, exudes classic Craftsman appeal with modern livability in one of Palo Alto’s most sought-after neighborhoods. A signature covered front porch introduces the home, which spans three spacious levels with hardwood floors and perfectly finished millwork befitting the architectural style. Formal living and dining rooms give way to a fabulous kitchen and family room combination, and the lower level offers added space for gatherings in the recreation room with refreshment center. There are 6 bedrooms arranged over all three levels, including one ideal for an office just off the foyer, one tucked away on the lower level for privacy, plus the luxurious upstairs primary suite. Home automation adds wonderful functionality, community tennis courts and pool are found just across the rear alley, and this home has access to acclaimed Palo Alto schools – all in the heart of Silicon Valley

Details of the Home

Entrance

Picture-perfect curb appeal with classic Craftsman shingled façade and elevated covered front porch with clusters of columns; the manicured lawn is intersected with a wide flagstone walkway

Foyer

Paneled front door with inlaid glass and sidelights opens to a traditional foyer with wainscot paneling and lantern lighting; fine hardwood floors are introduced and continue throughout

Living Room

Classic formal front room has a focal-point gas-log fireplace outlined in Craftsman tile and flanked by shelves beneath tall windows

Dining Room

Formal venue with chandelier, expansive side window, and tall paneled wainscot with plate rail molding; adjoining butler’s pantry with cabinetry, desk center, and walk-in pantry

Kitchen

Beautifully appointed with white and grey Shaker-style cabinetry, including island with counter seating, all topped in granite slab; shiplap-paneled backsplash and full-height granite above the cooking center; separate casual dining alcove with pendant light Appliances

Appliances

Viking 6-burner gas range with pot filler; Thermador oven, microwave, and warming drawer; Bosch dishwasher; Thermador refrigerator Family Room

Family Room

Fully open to the kitchen with coffered ceiling, fireplace surrounded in tumbled stone tiles beneath media, built-in cabinetry, and double French doors to the rear yard

Main-Level Bedroom/Office and Bath

Double French door entry from the foyer, chandelier, built-in cabinetry, and closet; direct access to the dual-entry hallway bath with a basket-weave marble floor, pedestal sink, and white tiled sky-lit shower

Upstairs Primary Suite

Cathedral ceiling with lantern, double French doors to a private balcony, and fully customized walk-in closet with skylight; beautifully appointed Italian marble bath has a dual-sink vanity, deep tub, subway-set tiled shower with operable skylight, and private commode roomBedroom

Upstairs Bedrooms and Bath

Two bedrooms, each with cathedral ceiling and lantern, are served by a Carrara marble bath with dual-sink vanity, tub with overhead shower, and skylight

Lower-Level Recreation Room and Wine Cellar

Spacious recreation room with built-in cabinetry designed around media space, tray ceiling with drum lights, and French door to a patio with stairs up to the rear yard; refreshment center with sink, mini refrigerator, and microwave; a glass and iron door conceals a nearby wine cellar

Other Features

• Upstairs laundry room with sink, Bosch washer and dryer, and Carrara marble counters

• Mud room with extensive custom cabinetry and French door to a side walkway leading to the garage at the rear of the property

• Detached 1-car garage with alley access

• All maple interior doors

• Custom wooden window shutters in living room, family room, and bedroom

• Hunter Douglas remote control sunscreen shades in lower-level recreation/media room

• Elan home automation with touch-screen controls; security alarm; programmable lighting; dual-zone air conditioning

• Very private, fully landscaped rear yard with expansive lawn and perimeter foliage

• Hopkins Park tennis courts and pool just across the rear alley

• Palo Alto schools: Walter Hays Elementary, Greene Middle, Palo Alto High (buyer to confirm)