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Phenomenal custom 6 bedroom, 5 full and 2 half bath estate on a gorgeous creek-side setting with stunning pool, spa, and sauna in backyard. Luxurious 1st floor master suite. Exquisite attention to detail. Magnificent kitchen and family room. Huge paneled game room. Separate Au Pair suite with kitchen. 5 car garage. $2,448,238 Primary Logo
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Elegant Custom Home in Blackhawk Fabulous custom estate. Oversize great room with magnificent cast iron doors to the park like backyard. Gourmet kitchen. 5054 Blackhawk Drive | 4 Bed / 3.5 Bath | 6,000 SF Offered at $2,299,950
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199 Whispering Trees Lane, Danville Westside Estate on ~.88 acre flat lot! Solar energy, irrigation well, Nana doors, loggia, huge yard, plentiful entertaining areas. ~6400 sqft, 5BR/3BA/2half baths. Close to Iron Horse Trail & top schools! Offered at $3,299,000
55 Red Fir Court, Blackhawk Totally remodeled 4BR, 3.5BA (~3775 sqft). Hardwood floors & plush carpet, chef ’s island kitchen, large master suite w/fireplace. Fine finishes throughout! Parklike rear grounds! Offered at $1,679,000
20 La Vista Way, Danville Beautiful 4BR/3.5BA home in Cameo Crest. Great floorplan with spacious living areas, soaring ceilings & 3 fireplaces. Large, romantic master suite with fireplace. Plantation shutters, hardwood floors, granite island kitchen, & lovely rear grounds! Offered at $1,388,000
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86 Oakridge Ct, Blackhawk
Residences offered from $925,000 - $1,115,000 2 BR/2 BA, 1,260 - 1,490 square feet www.1727lacassie.com
Recently sold for $2,300,000 5 BR/4.5 BA, 4,751 square feet www.86oakridgect.com
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Blackhawk 5371 Blackhawk Drive Simply stunning 5BR/4.5BA contemporary Blackhawk estate with more than 5280± sq. ft. of living space! Mt. Diablo & hillside views abound from this expansive 17,550± sq. ft. lot overlooking the picturesque ponds of the 9th hole of Blackhawk’s famed Falls Golf Course. The dramatic, open & flowing first floor features formal living & dining rooms, lounge area with bar, gorgeous updated chef’s kitchen, 2BR/1.5BA, pool, spa & private rear yard. Upstairs includes a large master suite plus two additional bedrooms & baths.
Offered at $2,398,000 | 5371BlackhawkDr.com
Exquisite U pper Happy V alley Estate! 5 BEDROOMS + OFFICE | 4.5 BATHS | LOFT/BONUS ROOM | 0.51+ LOT | 4,725+ SQ. FT. | BUILT 2002 | 500+ BOTTLE WINE CELLAR
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guest/au pair bedroom. A true retreat yet only a few minutes from Highway 24, BART, downtown Lafayette, trails, the Lafayette Reservoir as well as top-rated schools!. 1123UpperHappyValley.com
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Frank Lloyd Wright Architecture Inspired / Livermore Valley Views 1921 Clover Court Pleasanton Offered at $2,995,000
Exquisite 4 Bedroom- 4 Bath, 4 FP – 6,079 SF | Panoramic views of entire Livermore Valley – Terraced Gardens – Balconies and Patios Great for Entertaining, Amazing Chef ’s Kitchen | Top-of-the-line appliances, stone and wood flooring | Bonus Room and AU-Pair Suite
Custom Estate in Ruby Hills
Livermore Valley Vineyard Property
Pleasanton Offered at $2,548,000
Livermore Offered at $598,000
2 Master Suites downstairs and upstairs plus large bonus/music room. Beautiful natural wood floors throughout. Large lot backs to open space and golf course. Entertainers dream home.
10+ acre parcel with grape producing vineyard of Syrah, Viognier and Malbec grapes. Call for information on this property and other Livermore Vineyards and Land options.
Gerarda Stocking ALC/Broker/Owner
925.200.6988 gerardastocking@yahoo.com www.gerardastocking.com CalBRE# 00586995
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Luxurious Living in Blackhawk Country Club
DANVILLE Offered at $ 3,739,888
Private Setting with Beautiful Views
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mpeccable quality and craftsmanship are present throughout this estate which is tucked away on a manicured acre providing both views as well as privacy. Tastefully remodeled and updated over the last few years, no detail has been overlooked. Luxury finishes abound and with over 6600 square feet of living space this home is perfectly designed for everyday living as well as elegant entertaining. Just a few of the noteworthy touches are the custom millwork throughout, extraordinary fixtures from Walnut Creek Lighting, an abundance of built-in cabinetry by Precision Cabinets and recently retrofitted LED lighting. This high-tech residence also features a fully integrated Crestron automation system which enables the control of audio, video, lighting, climate as well as security wherever you may find yourself. The versatile floor plan features six bedrooms and five and one half baths. Two bedrooms with en suite bath are located on the main level. The fully equipped gourmet kitchen is outfitted with Wolf, Sub Zero, Bosch and Fisher Paykel appliances and is fit for the most discerning Chef. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the family and game rooms creating an inviting indoor environment for entertaining. The grounds are also an entertainer’s paradise with extensive patios, deck, lighting, pristine landscaping as well as a large pool and spa area. Years of thoughtful planning and execution have created a masterful design for hosting gatherings from 200+ to an intimate dinner for eight adjacent to the outdoor fireplace.
Doug Anderson
(925) 570-0611 Doug@TriValleyLife.com CalBRE# 01165309
Explore much more of this beautiful estate at‌
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Welcome to 5209 Blackhawk Drive, one of the most recognized and admired homes in Blackhawk Country Club. Located on the Third Fairway of the Lake Course, the home has unparalleled quality and craftsmanship rarely found in today’s market. The home has 5 bedroom suites including separate guest suite with kitchen, 7 ½ baths, 6 car garage, pool, spa and cabana!
BLACKHAWK Offered at $3,750,000
Bill Finnegan 925.438.2012 bfinn@apr.com www.billfinnegan.com CalBRE# 00458343
Felix “FJ” Boston
Farmers Insurance Agency owner for over 24 years Numerous achievement clubs — Toppers & Masters Club Rotary member for over 20 years California General licensed B contractor Texas Auction Academy graduate Retired USAR Lt. Colonel, pilot and airplane owner Deployed to Iraq, 2007 - 2008 B.A. Business Management, M.A. Political Science Over 10 different markets for Homeowners Insurance.
Protecting What Matters Most Thelma Boston
6 year old English Labrador ARF Therapy pet Visits Kaiser and John Muir hospitals Weighs 85lbs on diet dog food
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Gracious Executive Home For Lease or Sale www.25RossCourt.com 5 bedrooms + huge bonus room, 3.5 bath, 3 car garage. Beautiful home with grand entry, volume ceilings, elegant formal living room and dining room, spacious gourmet chef’s kitchen and great room with sliding glass doors opening to a peaceful and very private backyard with custom stone gas fireplace, inviting barbeque island, and two spacious side yards.
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Offered at $2,245,000 | www.34KimberleyPlace.com 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath with appx. 4850 sq. ft. situated on a large corner lot and cul-de-sac
Price Upon Request | www.1625CampesinoCourt.com Exquisite French Chateau! 6 Bedrooms, 5 full baths & 1 half bath, Appx. 7500 sq. ft.
Offered at $1,779,900 | www.154ChanticleerLane.com Stunning remodel in Round Hill North. 4500+ sq. ft. offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths.
Offered at $1,459,000 | www.50VistaLane.com Beautifully Updated 5 Bedrooms, 4 full baths, Approx. 3150 sq. ft. Gourmet kitchen.
Bringing business acumen to your home sale or purchase. Whether buying or selling, you’ll want Celeste on your side of the negotiating table. Exceptional service | Exceptional results | Exceptional experience!
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925.395.1511
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