Lauren Brocato Lauren Brocato | February 16, 2021 | Food & Drink,
These palatial abodes are some of the hottest on the market right now in the Bay Area.
HILLSBOROUGH
Sprawling across 2 acres with a personal park and a breathtaking panoramic view of the bay, this three-story estate built in 1929 is a magnificent private haven. Unwind on one of the terraces brimming with lush greenery, or head over to the pool house before taking a dip. Among the home’s 10,495 total square feet are five bedrooms and 6 ½ bathrooms and an apartment for staff and an attached, threecar garage. The elegant interior features a wood-paneled library, a sunroom and billiards room with a pool table. Bright pops of colors complemented by rich tones of deep red, orange and wood convey a traditional, relaxed aesthetic that upholds a great element of opulence. 3085 Ralston Ave., $17.995 million, The Buljan Group, thebuljangroup.com
PALO ALTO
From an ice rink and a swanky poker room to an indoor basketball court and a three-hole golf course, this 13-acre property is made for the modern, active family looking for luxurious amenities found nowhere else. Natural light, welcomed in by sliding glass doors and large windows, floods the common areas of the home. Aside from its enviable specs, the 2008-built estate is complete with a four-car garage, a spacious yard and magnificent views. With five bedrooms, seven full bathrooms and four half-baths, the abode is both spacious and cozy, outfitted with a relaxed aesthetic and soothing color palette throughout. 610 Los Trancos Road, $53.888 million, Compass, compass.com
WOODSIDE
This elegant home marries European grandiosity with enchanting California charm. Built on 12.63 acres in 2006, the estate not only features a palatial, six-bedroom, 8 ½-bathroom abode, but a tennis court, equestrian arena, horse stable, a two-bedroom guest house and a spacious wine cellar. The property is completely encompassed by trees and greenery, making relaxing by the pool or enjoying your morning coffee on the master bedroom’s covered patio private at all times. A thoughtfully designed living room offers plenty of space to entertain in style under an open beam ceiling, which is also found in the master bedroom along with a luxe fireplace. No detail or expense was overlooked in the design or build of this estate. Undisclosed address, $50 million, Compass, compass.com
Photography by: FROM TOP: PHOTO BY: JACOB ELLIOTT/COURTESY OF SAND HILL PR PARTNERS; PHOTO BY: DENNIS MAYER/COURTESY OF COMPASS; PHOTO BY: JACOB ELLIOTT/COURTESY OF COMPASS