- Unbridled elegance in this 5036+/- sf home on an enormous 18,815+/- sf lot in prestigious Country View Custom Estates of Almaden Valley.
- Five bedrooms (four on ground level), five and one-half bathrooms.
- Great curb appeal as this Mediterranean-style home has a beautiful paver driveway that leads up to the residence. The home is surrounded by lush foliage and tall, swaying palm trees that enhance its Mediterranean flair and add a tropical feel to the landscape. Stucco walls give the home a timeless look while large arched windows and wrought-iron accents complete the classic Mediterranean aesthetic.
- The entryway is both grand and inviting. A covered porch, supported by four stately columns, creates an elegant approach. At the center, beautiful double wooden doors serve as the main entrance, framed on either side by tall sidelights and transom windows above. This entrance combines classic Mediterranean charm with refined architectural details.
- The grand circular foyer is a showstopper, featuring marble tile flooring with decorative inserts and a rounded edge that mirrors the circular shape of the tray ceiling above. Suspended from the center of the ceiling is an ornate chandelier. Four stately columns flank the foyer, adding a sense of grandeur—a perfect introduction to the home’s elegant style.
- The round wet bar serves as the perfect centerpiece for entertaining. The granite slab counters and matching backsplash provide plenty of space for mixing drinks and serving guests. A sink is set into one counter, ideal for quick clean-ups, while built-in cabinets and drawers keep glassware and bar essentials organized. A wine refrigerator completes the setup, making it truly the hub of any gathering.
- Living room features rich hardwood flooring, a very high tray ceiling with recessed lighting, three large windows with transoms above allow views of the hills beyond. The room’s focal point is a beautifully crafted fireplace with a marble tile surround and hearth, topped with a decorative mantel. Flanking the fireplace are two additional windows with transoms, enhancing the symmetry of this living space.
- Separate formal dining room exudes timeless elegance, highlighted by rich hardwood flooring, a tray ceiling adds height and is adorned with a large, classic brass chandelier. At one end of the room, a beautiful bow window with five individual windows creates a grand architectural feature, each topped with its own transom.
- Gourmet kitchen is highly functional, designed to be the heart of the home. Granite slab counters and a matching backsplash stretch across the space, providing ample workspace for cooking and gathering. Cabinets line the walls, offering generous storage options, recessed lighting is thoughtfully placed throughout, illuminating the marble tile flooring. Two windows flank the range-top, bringing in natural light. On the other side, a large double-bowl stainless sink is perfectly positioned below a spacious window, offering sweeping views of the backyard and surrounding hills.
- The large center island has a granite slab counter and convenient vegetable sink. Extra cabinets and drawers line the base, providing ample storage for kitchen essentials. Overhead, three unique pendant lights with black finishes and clear glass shades illuminate the island.
- Stainless steel appliances include a Sub Zero side by side with water dispenser, KitchenAid double wall ovens, Thermador Professional Gas Rangetop with 6 burners and a griddle, vent hood, GE Profile microwave and a dishwasher. A KitchenAid trash compactor and there is also a 3 Filter Water Purification system installed under the kitchen sink. This system also supplies water to the refrigerator ice maker and water dispenser using internal plumbing..
- Informal dining area seamlessly extends from the kitchen with the same beautiful marble tile flooring while a circular tray ceiling above features a tasteful chandelier. A bow window with five individual windows, each topped with a transom, wraps around one side of the room, filling it with natural light. A single-panel glass door provides easy access to the outdoors.
- Family room is a spacious and inviting retreat, featuring a high tray ceiling with recessed lighting and hardwood flooring. Along one wall, a beautifully balanced arrangement includes a gas fireplace and a built-in niche for the TV plus built-in speakers. Opposite this setup, sliding French doors with sidelight windows frame the room, allowing natural light to pour in and providing seamless access to the outdoors.
- Half bath is perfectly positioned to serve guests in the home’s main living area. It includes a single vanity with a vessel sink, a decorative mirror above the vanity, two sconces and a sun tunnel channels natural light from above.
- Luxurious primary ground level bedroom suite is a grand and inviting retreat, beginning with double entry doors that open to reveal a spacious room with elegant hardwood flooring. Recessed lighting is set within a circular tray ceiling, two sets of built-in cabinets provide ample storage. A sweeping bow window with transoms above creates a stunning focal point. On either side of the bed, two additional windows frame the space, enhancing symmetry.
- Primary en suite is a spacious and luxurious retreat, accessed through elegant double doors that open to reveal marble tile flooring. Dual sinks sit atop a sleek vanity. Above the vanity, a large mirror reflects light while recessed lighting overhead provides a soft glow. A luxurious focal point is the Pearl jetted bathtub, flanked by two stately columns and set within a bow window. A separate dual shower stall exudes luxury with dual shower heads, marble tile adds a touch of opulence and a frameless glass door. The en suite also includes a private water closet as well as the enormous dual walk-in closet with custom organizers and two sun tunnels for natural light.
- The three additional bedroom suites on the ground level, each with hardwood flooring, high tray ceilings, recessed lighting, a walk-in closet and plenty of windows with transoms. Each suite boasts its own full en suite bathroom.
- One additional second-story bedroom suite is a stunning retreat, accessed by a staircase with an ornate railing. There is hardwood flooring, a tray ceiling with recessed lighting, two windows thoughtfully positioned to flank the bed while a wall of windows with transoms bathes the room in sunlight. Built-in cabinets offer practical storage while a sliding glass door with transoms above opens onto a balcony. The suite also features a spacious walk-in closet with organizers and a sun tunnel channels natural light from above. The en suite has marble tile flooring, a vanity, sun tunnel, a separate shower stall plus two windows provide natural light.
- Laundry room is a highly functional space, featuring elegant marble tile flooring, plenty of cabinetry with granite slab counters and a matching backsplash, built-in overhead cabinets offer storage for laundry essentials. A cabinet with an integrated sink sits directly below a window, allowing natural light to fill the room. Recessed lighting brightens the space while a wall-mounted, built-in ironing board adds convenience. There is ample space for a full-size washer and dryer.
- Amenities include a security alarm system, central vacuum, dual central air conditioning, dual Carrier furnace systems, dual pane windows, French drains, heavy duty water heater. The whole house is wired for stereo sound with in-built speakers in the Family Room as well as in 4 other rooms throughout the house. The sound system also extends to a pair of outdoor speakers on the back porch. There are LED bulbs in all the ceiling lights throughout the home. There are Ethernet and CATV outlets in all rooms.
- The enormous backyard is a captivating outdoor oasis designed with different areas for entertaining and relaxation. The backyard garden design is a stunning example of classic elegance, featuring a central water fountain that serves as the focal point of the space. Surrounding the fountain, a carefully curated circle of lush boxwood shrubs and geraniums. Flanking the garden are additional plantings of seasonal flowers and bushes. There are more than 15 full size Queen Palm Trees, around the same number of dwarf Robillini Palms and Cycad Palms, more than 20 rose bushes, 5 different types of fruit trees (pomegranates, lemons, loquat, pomelo, persimmon). There is a sparkling in-ground pool with a sun shelf and attached spillover spa with waterfall. The pool has a thermal solar heating system. An outdoor kitchen includes a barbeque grill accompanied by a convenient side burner plus an ice chest. Adding to the ambiance is an outdoor fireplace that not only serves as a cozy gathering spot on cooler evenings but also cleverly conceals the pool equipment. A stylish pergola is equipped with two outdoor heaters and string lights that drape across the structure creating an inviting ambience. Ideal for entertaining, this yard offers a seamless blend of comfort and style, making it the ultimate gathering spot.
- There are 30 solar panels for electricity generation, this system is fully paid for.
- Three-car attached garage; 3 stalls each with an automatic opener, epoxy painted floor plus a wall of cabinets provide extra storage. There is a Tesla Charger in the garage.
- HOA $150 a month
- San Jose Unified School District: Williams Elementary School, Bret Harte Middle School and Leland High School. (Buyer to verify)
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