Renovated and expanded from the ground up, this home boasts a chic designer aesthetic that maximizes its privacy and use of the level rear grounds for outdoor living. The open concept floor plan begins with hewn walnut floors that contrast beautifully with crisp white moldings and the stunning all-white chef’s kitchen. A remote-controlled fireplace adds instant ambiance and built-in cabinetry introduces the level of custom craftsmanship found around every corner. Media is cleverly concealed by retractable artwork, Murphy bunk beds on the lower level are recessed out of sight into custom cabinetry, and laundry plus storage is all seamlessly tucked away behind custom doors. Maximization of space combined with functionality and designer style is at the heart of this renovation.   

The brilliance of the design lies in the flow of the personal accommodations beginning with two bedrooms, an office with French doors to the backyard, and a spa-like bathroom with steam shower, Ann Sacks heated tile floors, a Toto bidet toiletwith heated seat, and an operable skylight on the main level. Downstairs, a sumptuous master suite opens to a patio and has a designer bath with clawfoot slipper tub surrounded in walls of Ann Sacks tiles, including heated floors. Adding to the accommodations is plenty of room for additional office needs, family room, and/or play. Outside, the extra-deep rear yard is meant for entertaining and a separately fenced lawn with swings is ready for fun. With access to sought-after San Carlos schools and just blocks to vibrant Laurel Street and Caltrain, this is an excellent place to call home midway between San Francisco and Silicon Valley!

Highlights

·      Just completed all-inclusive renovation and expansion

·      All new infrastructure, including electrical, dual-zone heating and cooling, plumbing, foundation, and roof

·      3 bedrooms, office or 4thbedroom, and 2 baths arranged over two levels

·      Approximately 2,120 square feet of living space

·      Engineered walnut hewn floors and herringbone oak floors

·      Custom cabinetry throughout 

·      Open concept main living area and chef’s kitchen

·      Main-level bath with steam shower 

·      Luxurious master suite with Ann Saks tile bath

·      Attached 2-car garage with EV charging

·      Extra-deep rear grounds with fenced level yard for play 

·      Lot size of approximately 6,800 square feet

·      Just 5 blocks to the heart of downtown San Carlos

·      Highly rated San Carlos schools

Main Level

Entrance          Extensive use of Connecticut bluestone, including steps up to the front door, complement shingled accent walls for an updated Craftsman flair

Foyer               Numerous designer touches are introduced and continue throughout the main living areas, including engineered walnut hewn floors, detailed crown moldings, and recessed LED lighting

Living/Dining  Remote-controlled gas-log fireplace surrounded in slate tile is flanked by high-end custom-made cabinetry; framed artwork above the fireplace cleverly retracts to reveal a media screen; a chandelier defines the dining area

Kitchen            All-white design with custom-made, soft-close cabinetry topped with quartz counters and tile backsplashes; a cathedral ceiling enhances the room’s dimensions

Appliances      Viking 6-burner gas range; Viking microwave; Miele dishwasher; Sub-Zero refrigerator 

Office              Closet with wiring for upstairs Sonos sound system; French doors open to the rear yard

Bedrooms        Two bedrooms, one with customized walk-in closet and one with organized closet plus extensive cabinetry with sink and make-up table

Bathroom        Beautifully appointed in honed and textured porcelain tile; Ann Sacks wood-like heated tile floor; steam shower with fixed and hand-held spray, Toto automated bidet, with heated seat and operable skylight

Lower Level

Office/Play      Herringbone hand-scrapped wood floors extend throughout this level; ample space for office needs or lounge area; refreshment bar includes a mini refrigerator, microwave, and sink with instant hot and cold filtered water; Murphy bunk beds are concealed in custom cabinetry; a French door opens to the rear grounds; Sonos sound system

Master Suite    Bedroom with large walk-in closet plus secondary closet with bifold doors; French doors open to a front garden patio; en suite bath, with dual entrances, finished in Ann Saks tile including heated floor; dual-sink vanity topped in leathered-finish natural stone, Robern mirrored cabinets with inlaid lighting, clawfoot slipper tub with overhead shower, and Toto automated bidet, with heated seat; Sonos sound system

Other Features

·     Custom-made bifold doors on the lower level conceal an LG washer/dryer and sink plus a storage area

·     Oversized, attached 2-car garage with EV charging

·     Paver stone driveway with parking for two cars plus off-street parking

·     Newly stuccoed exterior with integral color

·     Systems include: Sonos wireless sound system with speakers inside and out; Nest thermostats; Nest smoke/carbon monoxide detectors; recirculating tankless water heater

·     New infrastructure includes: roof; plumbing; electrical; dual-zone heating and cooling; foundation; French drains; hardscape and landscaping

·     Extra-deep, private rear yard with spacious brick and stone patios, lush gardens, and wide stone steps to a separately fenced level yard with children’s swings

·     Numerous fruit trees include apricot, plum, fig, and blueberry bushes