The living and dining room draperies reminded me of elegant ballgowns. But this home felt warm and relaxed not stuffy.

The kitchen is spectacular and opens to a great family room complete with a wet bar and french doors to the backyard. The backyard is large. It has a nice big lawn for kids and dogs to run, an arbor covered patio and an outdoor kitchen area. This home is great for a family who loves to entertain. You can see all the photos here.

Bedrooms: 4

Baths: 3

Asking: $2,165,000

All I need are the right six numbers—c’mon lottery! This magnificent home is nestled in the hills of Los Altos. It has some of the greatest views in Silicon Valley. I had the pleasure to visit during the day and again in the evening. And, let me tell you the evening view of the valley and the home are gorgeous. This home has a small vineyard, wine cellar, guest house and multiple verandas. And, let’s not forget the 12 car garage. And, no that’s not a typo. Calling all car collectors this one’s for you! The garage is completely finished with a black and white checkerboard floor.

It feels like an extension of living space rather than a garage. You have to see the whole virtual tour there are so many photos—truly an amazing home! Maybe a trip to Vegas is warranted?

Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 3 1/2
Asking: $3,750,000

I first heard of Cottage Green in Los Altos from our friend Rebecca Sweet, the landscape designer whose husband restored their “haunted shed” into a charming cottage. She had purchased a couple of trellises made of branches that she hung on her wall for ornamentation. Loved them!

So when I had a chance, I popped in over the weekend to take a look at this lovely little home and garden shop — and it will have a big sale in the backyard this weekend, Sept. 18-19. It is, indeed a cottage, built in 1915, across from what is now the Safeway on First Street.

Through the gate, the front yard is filled with funky garden sculptures. Inside is an eclectic mix of vintage, modern and antique. Owner Sylvia Gray says she is nothing if not eclectic and likes to mix it all up. She puts together tansu chests with new pottery, a whimsical hummingbird tray on an old mantel.

There’s lot of rustic, too, from Dutch chairs to French wine baskets, along with Victorian ceiling tiles used as wall art. Sylvia has a hold storage room full of treasures she promises to sell out back this weekend. Sounds like some bargains to be had!

Find it at:
Cottage Green
145 1st Street
Los Altos, CA 94022

List Price:

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Bedroom: 6+     Bathroom: 4+     Sq. Ft: 5,138

Description: 6 bdrms,5 baths 5,138 liv. sq ft.Formal living room w/fireplace,formal dining room w/a coffered ceiling. Currently an office, bedroom 6 features custom built-in cabinetry & outside access. Expansive gourmet kitchen w/center island. Casual dining area opens to a patio terrace. Level Lot 439,996.Inviting family room w/fireplace & wet bar. Upper-level master suite w/a marble ba,5 car garage, pool/spa

Agent: Alice Nuzzo
Company: Sereno Group
Phone: 650-947-2908
Email: alice@serenogroup.com

Address: 14210 Wild Plum Lane
Los Altos, CA 94022