Piedmont, California
Natural white oak flooring and custom cabinetry throughout
Custom fabricated iroko (African teak) windows and doors with insulated glass and UV covering
Original oak front door with custom-created Venetian chandelier in the foyer
Kitchen with full suite of professional-grade appliances and pocket doors to completely close off kitchen area when entertaining
Formal dining room with direct access to the kitchen, and hidden china closet with built-in storage
Temperature-controlled wine room with custom redwood racks with storage for approximately 1,000 wine bottles
Formal living room with gas fireplace with marble surround, Venetian plaster walls, white oak parquet flooring, and automated window treatments
Fully handicap accessible ground floor guest apartment
Primary suite with gas fireplace, private deck, spa-like bathroom, and spacious double walk-in-closet with custom-created chandelier
Upper-level study can be used as an optional sixth bedroom
Sonos audio system with built-in speakers throughout
Lutron system
Security system
Seismic upgrades as part of 2009 remodel
Heated swimming pool with pebble stone deck
Pool cabana with changing room, outdoor shower, and water closet
In-ground spa
Built-in outdoor speakers in pool/spa area
Tennis court with halogen lights for night play
3-car garage with installed Tesla Wall Connector and home gym
Gated driveway for privacy and security
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