Volume 21, Number 4
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Alain Pinel Realtors, Helen Nicholas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Jane R. Poppelreiter of Paragon Real Estate
Coldwell Banker, David Bellings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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Coldwell Banker Incline Village Realty, Janet Pahl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Every property is featured on our website.
Decker Bullock/Sotheby’s International Realty, Sherry Ramzi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Frank Howard Allen, Patti Cohn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 The Grubb & Co. Realtors, Bebe McRae. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 The Grubb & Co. Realtors, Steve Michaelides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Hill & Co. Real Estate, Stephanie Ahlberg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Pacific Union, Debra Allen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Paragon Real Estate Group, Jane R. Poppelreiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cover, 4, 5 Sotheby’s International Realty, Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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Located on a great block in prestigious St. Francis Wood, this wonderful home presents a perfect combination of formal and casual living. This classic house was built with quality in 1923 and was designed with luxury and comfort in mind. The home has many beautiful details that include tall ceilings, abundant windows, elegant original leaded glass doors and notably, large well proportioned rooms on both main and lower levels.
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In addition to offering four bedrooms (including a master suite) and three full baths, the fully renovated home features: elegant formal living and dining rooms, an octagonal sun room, a large eat-in kitchen with double doors that open to a useful deck, a comfortable family room that opens to the garden, a great in-home office and a playroom that doubles as a second family room. The home’s other amenities include: two fireplaces, wonderful period lighting and original sconces, hardwood floors, cove molding, lovely landscaped gardens, security system, in-ground irrigation and a one-car garage with additional driveway parking. For shopping, restaurants and excellent transportation, West Portal is conveniently located nearby. For additional details please visit www.65SantaAna.com
Offered at $1,890,000
Jane R. Poppelreiter 415.738.7011
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Sophisticated St. Francis Wood Traditional & Elegant Home Elegantly styled and perfectly appointed for a sophisticated lifestyle, this picture perfect home has been thoughtfully improved, renovated, remodeled and expanded to provide three levels of luxurious living space. Situated on one of the neighborhood’s most popular streets, the house’s dramatic ocean views can be admired from both its main floor and upper level. In addition to four bedrooms (included a master suite), there are three full baths, a powder room, a gracious formal living room with wood burning fireplace, a formal dining room, a beautiful chef’s kitchen with an original breakfast room, a large comfortable family room featuring the home’s second wood burning fireplace and double doors that lead to the well landscaped rear and side yards. Other interior highlights are: extensive original detail including high ceilings, hardwood floors, cove molding, graceful archways and charming period lighting. Appliances, fixtures and finishes are of the highest quality and importantly the home's floor plan offers flexibility and privacy.
Offered at $1,875,000 For additional details please visit www.90SanPablo.com
Jane R. Poppelreiter
www.paragon-re.com
415.738.7011
jpoppelreiter@paragon-re.com
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MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Panoramic unobstructed views of the Bay, San Francisco, Golden Gate & Bay Bridges and Mt. Tamalpais through walls of glass from almost every room. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac in the popular Piedmont Pines neighborhood (www.PiedmontPines.org), close to Montclair Village shops & restaurants, and to Redwood Regional Park. Fluid ‘Great Room’ concept for living room, dining room & den. Family room adjoins eat-in kitchen. Three bedrooms, two & a half baths. Vintage details, French doors, massive fireplace, wine cellar, extensive storage. Minimal entry steps & level backyard. Two car garage with interior access.
Offered at $949,000 View visual tour at www.39KimberleyCt.com
H E L E N N I C H O L A S , C RS DIRECT 510.339.6160 CELL 510.504.7986 Square footage, acreage, and other information herein, has been received from one or more of a variety of different sources. Such information has not been verified by Alain Pinel Realtors. If important to buyers, buyers should conduct their own investigation.
6211 La Salle Avenue, Oakland CA 94611
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Optimal Privacy in Magical Setting! Situated on two large parcels of land among enchanting gardens, this European-style manor with charming detached cottage offers exquisite privacy and exciting vistas of the Bay, the Golden Gate and magnificent mature trees in the North Berkeley Hills. The main house was originally built as a piano studio and recital hall in 1923, and was later expanded in the 1930's by well-known local architect Carr Jones. With five bedrooms and three and a half baths, this very special property features unique design, glowing original woodwork and fabulous masonry detailing. An impressive stone fireplace forms the hearth of the grand living room that leads into a formal dining room with vaulted ceilings. A lower level offers a large family room and an au-pair suite with a kitchenette and separate entry. The lovely cottage accessible to the main house via a shared garden is a legal single family residence with its own address. A full bath and kitchen provide a cozy retreat for guests, work or income.
Offered at $1,800,000
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510.652.2133/415 bmcrae@grubbco.com
Metropolitan Home of the Year
Blending bold, modern architecture with sleek, sophisticated finishes, this award-winning home showcases an artful mix of simple, clean lines and warm, inviting spaces. Custom-designed by the owner / designer as his own showpiece, this nearly new home provides the perfect backdrop for dramatic entertaining or intimate gatherings. Featuring an outdoor living area with an expansive water feature and reflecting pool, this home inspires casual, indoor-outdoor living.
1960 Mountain Boulevard Oakland, California 94611
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2009, Grand Prize Winner
Among the luxurious interior features are: master retreat with sitting area, fireplace and steam shower; media room with theatre-style seating, built-in surround sound and full bath; chef ’s kitchen / family room / breakfast nook combo with fireplace, built-in banquette and partial Bay views from the Oakland Hills location. Examples of the designer-quality finishes include: custom concrete ramp sink, sandstone slab and Venetian plaster walls, Ipe wood siding and decking, Gaggenau / Miele appliances, Dornbracht fixtures, and Foscarini and Fontana Arte lighting.
Offered at $1,850,000
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Build Yo u r D re a m H o m e H e re ! Southern Marin land with southwest views over 1/2 acre with a septic permit for a 3+ bedroom home, water meter installed, survey and other reports available. Time to call your architect!
Offered at On the web
$725,000 www.deballen.com
“Remo d e l e d B a r n” A rustic exterior leads to a lovely eco-remodeled interior. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, over 1/2 acre, organic veggie beds, hugged by views from Mt. Tam past Zen Center to SF, and in the Mill Valley school district!
Offered at On the web
$1,299,000 www.deballen.com
Prac ti c a l l y B e a c h Fro nt “Co m p o u n d ” A main house with Craftsman/Asian influences, a simple “beachy” guest cottage and an adjacent unimproved lot are all for sale at a special “package price,” totaling over 3/4 acre with sounds of the waves and views of SF. Ready for your garden parties and only under an hour from SFO!
Offered at On the web
$3,350,000 www.deballen.com
Debra Allen
Top 1% Nationally 415.279.3751 dallen@pacunion.com
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Local Experts Worldw ide
Glen Ellen, CA 188+ private, pristine acres near town. Includes rustic 1880’s farmhouse with views, screened porch and fireplace plus a studio cottage surrounded by mature trees. Producing 9+-acre organic Cabernet vineyard, Sonoma wine growing appellation. Old world farm serviced by solar and a spring. Just a couple miles from downtown overlooking all, yet feels a million miles away. Offered at $2,500,000
Sonoma, CA Enchanting wine countr y views throughout 3200± sq ft, 3-bedroom, 3 bath home. Spacious kitchen open to family room with fireplace. Home accesses verandas, covered patio and 4± gentle acres. Includes par tially complete in-law unit, gardens, storage buildings, workshop. Excellent location near the golf course. Offered at $1,695,000
Glen Ellen, CA Sprawling half acre parcel with oaks at the end of a quiet lane is the setting. Air y rooms throughout 4-bedroom, almost new home with and open plan over looking the outdoor s. Beautiful details throughout including gourmet kitchen, sumptuous master suite. Room for a pool and a shop, conveniently one block to downtown with all services and wine country ambiance. Offered at $1,249,000
Tina Shone 707.933.1515 tina@realestate-sonomavalley.com Wine Country brokerage l www.winecountrysir.com 25 EAST NAPA STREET, SONOMA, CA 95476 T 707.935.2288 F 707.935.2289 PATRICK BARBER, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & MANAGING BROKER Sotheby’s International Realty, Inc. is Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. Farm of Jas de Bouffan, used with permission.
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Captivating Setting MILL VALLEY Enter into the mid-century era of sensibility and charm in this spacious one level home located on a private lane in one of Mill Valley’s most desired neighborhoods. Adjacent to the venerable homes of Strawberry Vista and just a short distance to Strawberry Village, this home has unique potential with its fully approved two story remodel plans for approx. 3,300 sf, complete with survey and soils report. Located on a large 10,864 sf lot, it also offers the much acclaimed Mill Valley schools. The open flowing floor plan is perfect for family, social entertaining or quiet relaxation and features three large bedrooms, two and one-half baths, kitchen, living room with fireplace, dining area, hardwood floors, family room with fireplace, extra large two car garage and storage rooms. The large fenced manicured patio and yard is visible from most rooms. This special home promises the most appealing of sites and functionality. www.224RicardoCourt.com Offered at $1,450,000
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One of the original homes in Ross! This stately Victorian retains the beauty and sophistication of the era, yet is updated for grand and comfortable living. Elegant entry with wide and gracious staircase, formal dining and living rooms with gorgeous turn-of-the-century chandeliers. The luxurious three room master suite is blessed with three cozy fireplaces. Attic playroom, period fixtures and craftsmanship abound, also pocket doors, claw foot tubs, stained glass skylight and crown molding. Level lawn with stone walkways, waterfall and pond, soaring Redwood, outdoor stone gas fireplace on .30Âą acre. Four bedrooms, three and half baths, approx. 3800 sq. ft. of living space with a total of seven fireplaces throughout. Three blocks to quaint downtown Ross and the award winning Ross School. This is truly a special home. Be prepared to fall in love and create memories of your own.
Offered at $2,650,000 Patti Cohn direct 415.925.3285 cell 415.722.4842 patti@BestMarinAgent.com www.BestMarinAgent.com T h e a b o v e i n f o r m at i o n i s d e e m e d r e l i a b l e b u t h a s n ot b e e n v e r i f i e d b y l i s t i n g b r o k e r a n d i s n ot g u a r a n t e e d
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Coldwell Banker Incline Village Realty Overall Top Producer for 23 Years - Over a Half Billion in Sales
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Your Local Realtor That Works for You & Your Community
(775) 831-1515 (800) 748-5919 virtual tours on website janetp@cbivr.com • www.janetpahl.com
917 Tahoe Blvd. Incline Village NV 89450
Independently Owned & Operated Office
Mountain Contemporary With A Lake View
INCREDIBLE LAKE and MOUNTAIN VIEWS
Best Lakefront Complex Fabulous Remodel
State of the art kitchen, custom granite countertops, maple cabinets, top of the line appliances, massive stone fireplace, wine cellar and an expansive deck for outdoor entertaining. Private entry to a separate family room, kitchenette, bedroom, bath plus approx 400+ sq ft theater bonus area. $2,750,000
the studs out, boasting 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and 2 powder rooms with a 2 car garage. This home features granite counter tops, hickory floors, cherry wood cabinetry, 2 stone surround gas fireplaces and a state-of-the-art kitchen. Added pluses are the beautiful cathedral wood beamed ceilings and wet bar. $2,595,000
and is located in Crystal Bay’s finest waterfront gated complex, Stillwater Cove. It’s beautifully furnished and being sold turn-key for your convenience. Located within walking distance to restaurants and casinos plus enjoy the beach, marina, pool, spa, exercise room, pier and restaurant on site. Covered parking and 24 hour security! $1,949,000
Beautiful Lake Views & Low Elevation
Country Club Villas, Freestanding
Incredible Setting on a Creek & Golf Course
This 4,274 sq ft, 4 bedroom, 3 .5 bath home has it all! This magnificent home was recently remodeled from This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath condo has panoramic lake views
This recently remodeled Red Cedar free-standing town Enjoy the BEST location in the complex. 3 bedrooms, Wow what a park like setting and located on a quiet home features cherry and maple floors, lots of built-in cabinetry, granite counter tops & a fireplace. There is a detached garage and parking pad plus covered entrance to the unit. Enjoy great views of Lake Tahoe and mature landscaping in this 3 bedroom 3.5 bath town home! $1,350,000
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you’re looking for a family get-away or permanent residence, you will enjoy the peace and tranquility of this perfect mountain home. In addition to majestic mountain and forest views, these spacious rooms offer cathedral ceilings, beautiful knotty pine cabinetry, granite counter tops and tile/carpet/hardwood flooring. $1,150,000
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2.5 baths and a 2 car garage. Open living room, dining room, and kitchen with walk-in pantry. Beautiful granite counters, slate floors and cathedral beamed ceilings. In immaculate condition. Quiet location and peaceful setting walking distance to the Hyatt, restaurants, shopping and the beach. $1,245,000
cul-de-sac. Mountain style with lots of wood, cathedral ceilings, spacious deck overlooking a creek, and a fabulous wood-burning stone fireplace. Enjoy a newly remodeled kitchen with granite countertops. This home has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and a spacious 2 car garage. $1,225,000
Waterfront Complex With Pier
CLOSE TO DIAMOND PEAK
2 bedrooms, a loft (bedroom), 2.5 baths and a large 2 car garage. Two floors with two decks and a great view from every room. Enjoy this bright and sunny unit and take in the beautiful evening sunsets. There is a clubhouse, pier and beach that is shared with the owners. It’s priced to sell and customize your own remodel! $999,000
deck of this lodge style furnished cabin in the woods. A wonderful getaway among the trees, this newly remodeled two story home offers seclusion and hiking out your door. Cathedral wood beamed ceilings, slate fireplace, wood floors in an open floor plan with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. $699,000
This Lakeshore Terrace condo is 1,727 square feet with Enjoy panoramic lake and mountain views from every
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First time ever on the market. This home was custom built in 1951. Lovely Gardens. This is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, living room with fireplace, formal dining room, family room, study, large 2 car side by side garage. Big storage home with expansion possibilities. Offered at $2,495,000
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Charming Sea Cliff View Residence 1907 home designed by architect Jim Stavoy just blocks from the beach. Currently 2 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, possibly 3 or 4 bedrooms. The main level foyer, powder room, bedroom ensuite and open plan dining room, remodeled kitchen and living room open to a deck overlooking the garden and impressive bridge view. The top floor features the master suite, walk-in closet, ample built-in cabinet storage and soaking tub as well as the spacious and window-lined family room, deck, fireplace and broad views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Baker Beach and Marin Headlands. On the lower level is a two-car side-by-side parking, storage, and large bonus room.
Reduced to $2,650,000
Mark Allan Levinson (415) 441-5500
mark@markallanlevinson.com
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