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LUXURY HOMES & AGENTS OF THE SF BAY AREA

SPECTACULAR WOODSIDE HOME PRESENTED BY DAVID WEIL AT PACIFIC UNION S E E PA G E 9

DIRECT MAILED TO LUXURY HOME OWNERS, BUYERS, AND SELLERS ACROSS THE SF BAY AREA PUBLISHED BY HOMEFOLIOMEDIA.COM

Give your home the exposure it deserves...

Local expertise with Global reach

Daphne visits China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore several times a year to promote her listings by speaking at large US luxury real estate seminars and participating in numerous real estate expos.

Daphne Chou Alain Pinel Realtors a brand name you can TRUST!

Daphne Chou, Ph.D. 周靖芠博士 650.888.8268 408.218.7522

dchou@apr.com DaphneChouHomes.com

WeChat & Line ID: drdaphne License# 01452752

LOOKING FOR A HIGH CALIBER REALTOR®?

LOOK NO FURTHER – MEET DAPHNE CHOU. Today Daphne’s referral-based business revolves around her keen perception for market predictions and a demonstrated understanding of high-end clientele.

Fluent in Taiwanese and Mandarin, the trilingual relocation Realtor offers unparalleled service to all Buyers and Sellers interested in attracting the overseas clients.

Daphne has a deep understanding of the customs and needs of Asian clientele seeking to buy or sell property in the Bay Area. Her frequent visits to China over the past 15 years has helped her not only stay connected with the culture but also maintain personal relations overseas while living in the Bay Area. Daphne offers a full-service, and exceptional experience for clients looking for timely insights, accurate predictions, and exceptional presentation skills.

Her guidance extends beyond the intricacies of the transactional side of the home buying process. She also runs her own consultancy company, Platinum Investment Consultants, Inc. helping clients relocating into the area adjust seamlessly. Whether it’s finding a home in the right neighborhood, applying for blue ribbon schools, or deciphering effective investments, Daphne has information and insights to share!

Daphne has been a Bay Area resident for over 25 years. She lives in Atherton with her husband, a software engineer and CTO of a computer company. Tech giants like Google, Yahoo, Apple, Facebook, and many big and small startup companies, along with Stanford University form the backdrop of their home. While she enjoys

By Kimberly Gomes

A top producer and former financial management consultant, Daphne not only understands numbers, but also as a current resident of the affluent city of Atherton knows the Luxury Real Estate market. Daphne entered the industry in 2005 after earning her Ph.D. in Applied Statistics and retiring from a successful career in financial management. Having trained 300+ people as a professional business trainer at one point, Daphne brings strong presentation skills to the benefit of her clients. Backed by Alain Pinel Realtors’ Luxury Brand, Daphne brings the complete package you are looking for in a Realtor!

traveling, you can most commonly find her tending to her garden or playing the piano – a passion she’s nurtured for more than twenty years.

Call to set up a meeting with Daphne in person, before you make your next move.

650.888.8268 or dchou@apr.com

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Private Los Altos Hills Estate 11627 Dawson Drive Los Altos Hills

8 BR/11 BA | 16,700 Sq. Ft. | ~5.6 Acres The Dawson Estate aka Rancho San Antonio sits on approximately 5.6 acres with private Western Hills exposure. The large estate boasts California living at its finest. Behind the gates, at the end of a private entrance, one approaches a grand circular driveway. Reminiscent of the Santa Barbara/Montecito 30’s architecture, Rancho San Antonio shows approximately 16,700 sqft of living area that includes a main residence with 6 bedrooms and 11 (7 full/4 half) bathrooms. A grand and spacious living room features first harvest redwood beams. The bedroom wing has a master bedroom and 3 additional bedrooms.

The kitchen and formal dining room wing feature an office/board room. Below the kitchen is a servants/guest wing that includes a 5000+ bottle wine cellar, 2 bedrooms/1 bathroom, workout room and kitchen. The open loggia leads to a beautiful courtyard/pool area. There is a 2 bedroom/1 bathroom guest/pool house with a 2 fireplaces. Just beyond the pool area is a full size tennis court. One of the most unique features is the garages.

A former owner and avid car collector constructed an additional garage that can house over 35 cars. There is an additional 4-car detached garage, 3-car attached garage and 2-car carport. If you are a car aficionado, this is the estate for you. On the Western Hill side below the driveway sits a beautiful play structure adjacent to an area for a potential 1.5-2 acre vineyard. There is a pump house and access to a well for the property.

Contact us today to schedule your tour of this classic California estate.

Offered at $18,950,000 | www.11627DawsonDrive.com

DAVID KELSEY 650.223.5588 david@davidkelsey.com CalBRE#01242399

www.DavidKelsey.com

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2011 THROUGH 2015 Lamorinda’s Best Realtor

1242 Panorama Drive, Lafayette

Updated 5BR/4BA + Bonus 3717± sq. ft. Happy Valley traditional. .30± acre lot with pool, gardens, outdoor BBQ, fireplace & lawn. A+ location.

Offered at $2,850,000 • 1242PanoramaDrive.com

3687 Nordstrom Lane, Lafayette

Shingled 5BR/3.5BA 4381± sq. ft. Happy Valley Glen traditional with 1BR/1BA cottage. Level .79± acre parcel with pool, lawns, & sport court.

Offered at $3,495,000 • DanaGreenTeam.com

3654 Happy Valley Road, Lafayette

Coveted 4BR/3.5BA, 3139± sq. ft. Happy Valley Estate on incredible level 2.4± acre lot with pool & cabana. (2 separate parcels)

Offered at $4,450,000 • 3654HappyValleyRoad.com

Call me for an appointment to view these extraordinary listings!

Dana Green 925.339.1918

License #: 01482454

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STILL #1 FOR A REASON

2011 THROUGH 2015 Lamorinda’s Best Realtor

27 La Noria, Orinda

Located in the heart of Orinda Country Club, this landmark 7BR/5BA, 5009± sq. ft. Orinda estate is located on a treasured .80± acre private parcel.This enchanting estate has been beautifully updated and includes charming guest quarters, pool house with kitchen and full bath, pool, and magical gardens for all to enjoy year-round.

Offered at $5,895,000 • LandmarkOrindaEstate.com

4045 Happy Valley Road, Lafayette

Custom 5BR/6.5BA, 6041± sq. ft. Happy Valley estate on a rare, 1.58± acre level, street to creek parcel. Impressive living spaces including a dream kitchen, executive office, game room, and pool house combine to create this rebuilt retreat tucked along one of Lafayette’s most desirable streets!

Offered at $6,485,000 • 4045HappyValleyRoad.com

Call me for an appointment to view these extraordinary listings!

Dana Green 925.339.1918

License #: 01482454

www.DanaGreenTeam.com

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COVER HOME

65 SKYWOOD WAY, WOODSIDE

NEW LISTING $4,299,000 • • • • •

Designed by Mark Cutler 4,940 square foot home 41,817 square foot lot Two level living, 2 car garage 5 ensuite bedrooms plus powder room near living room

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Floor to ceiling windows in the family room that brings the

Video tour & more photos:

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Expert Guidance with Seasoned Success David Weil, Realtor®

650.823.3855 | david@davidweilhomes.com davidweilhomes.com | License: 01400271 9

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SERAFINO BIANCHI & THE BIANCHI TEAM

Committed to Excellence

Exquisite Mediterranean-style Home, Horse Facility & Family Compound

5530 Johnston Road, P leasanton • • • •

Gated, flat 3± acre estate zoned A-2 allowing MULTI USES for this outstanding property Single level Mediterranean-style, 4BR/4.5BA, office/library, 5000± sq. ft. with attached 1000± sq. ft. extra large 4-car garage Guest house offers matching stone & column entry, 1BR/1.5BA, 1000± sq. ft. with totally separate concrete back patio and backyard Custom designed 7 stalls Barn, exquisite Brazilian Redwood Stalls, full paddocks, rubber paver flooring, full bathroom, hot/cold wash rack, tack room & loft storage • The covered/indoor arena is approx. 120’x72’ brightly lit with sprinklers and engineered footing • This property also includes a Private Water system generating ample water for irrigation and home use

For more pics and full property details please visit www.5530JohnstonRoad.com 30 Years of East Bay Real Estate Experience!

Serafino & Pat Bianchi 925.858.0649 SBianchi@Pacunion.com www.BianchiEstates.com License #: 01032324 | 01460551

Offered at $4,998,000

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#lovewhatyoudo #lovewhereyoulive Life’s happiest moments happen at home.

#givewhereyoulive Committed to give to our local communities

The Los Altos office is affiliated with more than 130 of the most talented and successful Independent Sales Associates in the Peninsula and Silicon Valley.

We are committed to providing the very best to those looking to buy and sell homes. We are equally committed to giving back to the communities we serve. Last year Coldwell Banker affiliated offices helped find forever homes for 20,000 dogs. Regionally, the San Francisco Bay Area offices donated approximately $100,000 to the Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. Locally, the Los Altos Office contributes to the Mountain View-Los Altos High School Foundation as well as the Mountain View Educational Foundation. In addition, we contribute to the Community School of Music and Arts (CMSA) and every first Tuesday of the month, you will find several of our staff and associates distributing food at the Community Service Agency (CSA) in Mountain View. To find out more please visit www.californiahome.me.

Our mission is about much more than real estate, it is about making friends, enriching lives and enhancing communities.

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A SK I NG $5 ,2 5 0 ,0 0 0 5,361 sqft of living space | flat 40,040 sqft lot (all usable) | 5 bedrooms | 4.5 bathrooms Separate guest house | End of a cul-de-sac | Single story house | Award winning Saratoga schools w w w. 1 9 3 0 5 Z i n f a n d e l . co m

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A SK I NG $3 ,9 5 0 ,0 0 0 25 acres | 3 houses totalling 3,065 sqft | unobstructed views of SF, Windy Hill, The Bay Can’t see neighbors | Private and quiet | 4 miles to highway 280 w w w. 5 0 0 0 A l p i n e Ro a d . co m

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650-223-9343 Peninsula 408-205-8343 South Bay 415-264-7224 SF matt@serenogroup.com CalBRE # 01815607

@MattZampella Facebook.com/ZampellaRealEstate

608 CHARMAIN CIRCLE, MOUNTAIN VIEW Charming home located on quiet street in convenient Mountain View location! Award winning schools!

List Price: $1,675,000 • Spacious 3 bedrooms / 2.5 bathrooms • Sunny kitchen open to lovely patio • Living Room / Dining Room with maple floor and fireplace

• Ground Floor master with fireplace and spacious master bath • Two generous bedrooms upstairs • Community park with gazebo and children’s play structure

www.teamaliceandalicia.com CERTIFIED RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST CERTIFIED RESIDENTIAL BROKERS

Alicia Nuzzo

650.504.2394

alicia@serenogroup.com CalBRE#01127187

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Alicia Alice NUZZO

Alice Nuzzo

650.504.0880

alice@serenogroup.com CalBRE#00458678

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24555 Palomares Canyon, Castro Valley, CA 10 Acres, 5,500 sq.ft. Home

24868 Palomares Rd., Castro Valley, CA

35691 Palomares Rd., Castro Valley, CA

Amazing 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Estate, 6000 sq.ft. of luxury at its best, Views and more views. Located within a ½ mile of the beginning of Palomares Canyon. So many features, marble entry, 5 car garage and even an in-law and or office above this huge space. All located on over 5 ACRES of manicured land… $1,990,000

Castro Valley most desired area. Relax and enjoy your park like front, back and side yard, all on over 2.46 acres. Nicely touched with updates and what a welcoming feeling in this great home.

Over 2900 sq.ft., vaulted ceilings, nice sitting area, great kitchen and family room.

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ELEGANT WATERFRONT HOME ON LAKE TULLOCH

14854 LAKEFRONT DRIVE, JAMESTOWN CA 95327 | FIVE BEDROOMS | SIX BATHS | 6,555 sq. ft. | 5.12 ACRES | OFFERED AT $2,488,000 MOTIVATED SELLER–This Lake Tulloch waterfront home is just a short drive from Silicon Valley and San Francisco, but far enough to get away in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. Take a day trip to Yosemite for hiking and biking activities. There is antique shopping and dining in Sonora, Murphy's, Copperopolis and Oakdale to name a few, and it is close to Saddle Creek Golf resort.

Gorgeous, elegant waterfront home on Lake Tulloch for the boating, fishing, skiing, and horseriding enthusiast. Entertain your guests at this Tudor style home in the formal dining room or on one of the many patios and prorches overlooking the water.

This home has it all! You can live here and telecommute with the weekly or more visit to your office in the Bay Area. This home comes fully furnished and the owner is willing to consider selling the boats, golf carts, and toys to line up in the multiple garages. Private and peaceful living yet an amazing place to entertain! Horse Property, skiing, hiking, play, views.

Rachael Hand RealtorÂŽ 925.372.8080 c rachael.hand@sothebysrealty.com handrealestate.com 3725 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette CA

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. CalBRE #01450616

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North Los Altos Gem le ltipprice u m th ing wi r list LD ve SO rs o e off

JUST SOLD

538 TORWOOD COURT, LOS ALTOS | OFFERED AT $3,298,000 From pumpkin to princess in just six weeks, this North Los Altos Gem was transformed as the sellers granted full discretion and a limited budget to the experienced broker known for dedicated personal service. Now a dream home for the new owners, the out-of-area sellers were both amazed and grateful to be able to trust one skilled professional to get it done right for them. I can do it for you!

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GREG CELOTTI PRESENTS...

SALE PENDING Palo Alto Charm and character abound in this gorgeous single level 3 bedroom home in sought after Community Center neighborhood with outstanding Palo Alto schools.

1160Fulton.com Offered at $2,498,000

SALE PENDING Menlo Park Wonderful single level home on a quiet street in the coveted South of Seminary neighborhood with outstanding schools.

766Nash.com Offered at $1,698,000

COMING SOON Redwood City Beautifully remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a gorgeous kitchen plus outstanding west side neighborhood.

Call for Price and Details

650.740.1580

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Elegant & Sophisticated in the Heart of Historic Old Los Altos 709 Orange Avenue, Los Altos ~ Offered at $2,998,000

• Light & bright 3 bedroom/2 bath home • Gourmet kitchen with island creates great flow • Spacious living room with high ceilings and fireplace • Formal dining room • Hardwood floors • Spacious master suite and master bath with double sinks and soaking tub • Great storage, walk in pantry, large walk in master, closet organizers throughout and garage cabinets • Landscaping creates serenity and privacy with daily hummingbird visitors

GARY HERBERT Broker Associate

650.799.4021

Gary@siliconvlyhomes.com www.siliconvlyhomes.com CalBRE#00762521

• Garden box for year round gardening and citrus trees • Flow wall system for bikes, sporting equipment, etc. in garage • Cedar storage sheds in side yard for garden tools, etc.

• Built-In Propane fire pit • Whole house audio, including patio and fire pit area • Cable/satellite / internet ready • Solar attic fans • Walking distance to downtown Los Altos, shopping, restaurants, Redwood Grove and Shoup Park • Easy access to 280 freeway and Silicon Valley companies like Apple, Hewlett Packard, Facebook and Google

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2331 Crest Lane, Menlo Park Offered at $5,000,000 Beautiful Mediterranean home in fantastic location. 5 bedroom/5.5 bathroom, Separate living and dining rooms.

Gorgeous kitchen opening to family room. Work out room. Large back yard with raised planter boxes. Covered patio. Attached 2 car garage with additional storage. Approximately 4,500 s.f on 12,099 s.f lot.

Please Call For Your Complimentary Home Market Evaluation!

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FREESTANDING BUILDING IN CENTER OF COMPLEX

435 SHERIDAN AVENUE #209, PALO ALTO

SCHOOL OVERVIEW Escondido Elementary (K-5) Jordan Middle (6-8) Palo Alto High (9-12) (Buyer To Verify Enrollment Eligibility)

OFFERED AT $1,598,000

To View the Video Tour, Additional Photos and/or Information on This Property, Please Visit:

www.435Sheridan.com

PROPERTY OVERVIEW 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Silverwood condominiums built in 2000 Approximately 1,529 sq. ft.

New Euro white oak engineered hardwood Fabulously appointed kitchen Dining room with French doors to private patio Master suite with walk-in closet & private deck

650.218.4337

JOHNFORSYTHJAMES.com john.james@apr.com LIC# 01138400

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Downtown Palo Alto

Crescent Park, Palo Alto

Three newly constructed 3 and 4 bedroom

Once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase

contemporary

completed

two contiguous lots totaling almost 25,000 sf

Summer ‘16. Stylish and compelling with

in Palo Alto’s most sought-after neighbor-

green amenities, open floor plans, and private

hood. Perfect for family compound, or

outdoor spaces. These homes represent urban

develop as two single family homes with

living at it’s best!

separate guest houses.

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Crescent Park, Palo Alto

Westridge, Portola Valley

Spacious 5 bedroom home just steps from

Spacious 5 bedroom home featuring stunning

all that Downtown has to offer. Recently

views of Felt Lake and the Foothills from

renovated, with great proximity to shops

almost every room. Spacious decks, pool, and

and restaurants, and access to Addison

al fresco entertaining areas take full advantage

Elementary School (buyer to verify).

of the best views in the Valley.

Call Derk for pricing and further information on these properties

Derk Brill

Call Derk to schedule a one-on-one meeting at

CELL 650.814.0478 Alain Pinel Realtors 578 University Avenue, Palo Alto CalBRE# 01256035 dbrill@apr.com 8

www.DerkBrill.com

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