Peaceful private hillside estate on 15 acres: panoramic views and wide open spaces
A grand and gated country estate spreads over 15 acres of pristine land with views of the lush rolling hills, the Coyote Valley and Mt. Hamilton in the southern part of San Jose. Seven-car garage. $2,050,000. Open house today from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Alain Pinel Realtors, Therese Swan, 408-656-8240, tswan@apr.com. Swan is a nationally recognized agent ranking in the top individual agents in the U.S.
A grand and gated country estate spreads over 15 acres of pristine land with views of the lush rolling hills, the Coyote Valley and Mt. Hamilton in the southern part of San Jose. Picture your own horses grazing in adjacent pastures or watch a vineyard of grapevines flourish under the warm South Bay sun.
The rural setting at 23755 McKean Road, however, is just minutes from the Almaden Valley and downtown Silicon Valley and about a mile from the popular Cinnabar Golf Course, and nearby boating, hiking, cycling and equestrian trails.
The two-story home features 4,864 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, generous-sized rooms, a master bedroom retreat with private sunroom balcony, 575-square-foot bonus/media room and a seamless flow to the spectacular outdoor entertaining venue with sparkling pool, spa, gazebo, and outdoor kitchen all surrounded by majestic oaks and natural terrain. An elevated deck under the canopy of a majestic oak tree provides the ideal outdoor dining venue with view of the pool and hillsides.
In addition to an attached three-car garage is a detached 1,100-square-foot four-vehicle garage ideal for workshop, farm equipment, storage and more.
Fresh interior paint, crown molding, solid paneled doors and Milgard dual pane windows are some of the stylish features beginning at the leaded glass paneled front door and entry.
The formal living room has plush carpeting, woodburning fireplace, and large picture windows. The formal dining room has a wall of windows and is spacious for large gatherings.
The expansive family room has an exposed beam ceiling and is anchored by a floor-toceiling Belgium cobblestone fireplace flanked by built-in cabinetry. A built-in walkaround wet bar has a quartz counter, sink and storage. Oversized picture windows and a large French door open onto the patios and pool area and frame the picturesque views.
A spectacular kitchen and casual dining space is easily the heart of the home with plenty of room to further customize. Random planked hardwood floors, custom wood cabinetry, oversized breakfast bar and granite island are featured adjacent to a large dining area with French doors that open onto the patio and pool area. These rooms also enjoy the views of Mt. Hamilton in the distance.
One bedroom and nearby full bathroom are on the main level and ideal for au pair or guests.
Upstairs is the grand master bedroom suite with new carpeting and wall paint. The room is bathed in natural light from the large windows and a sliding glass door that opens onto a private, enclosed balcony with skylights. This “outdoor” room overlooks the pool with views of the distant mountains and is a perfect spot for a morning cup of coffee. Three large, cedar-floor closets line a spacious dressing area with an adjacent bathroom with porcelain tile floor. It has a free-standing claw-foot bathtub, granite double sink vanity, and oversized shower with dual showerheads. Just off the bedroom is an additional carpeted room that could be utilized for a home gym, private office or extra storage space.
Also upstairs is a great bonus/game room space of over 1,000 square feet with three ceiling fans, new carpet, hardwood floor area and access to storage space. Ideal for a home office, studio, guest quarters or more, this room also has a separate private entry via an outdoor staircase. The room is bright with natural light and a vaulted ceiling.
There are three additional spacious bedrooms upstairs. One bedroom has oversized windows and a walk-in closet. One bedroom has a private balcony overlooking the pool, and the third bedroom has a built-in window seat with more views. A full bathroom with double sink vanity is spacious and updated with new mirrors.
Additional features include two wells, upper and lower level furnace and hot water heaters, 120-gallon water tank, seasonal pond, enclosed breezeway, security alarm, laundry room, stained glass accent windows and lots of room to expand and customize further.
Just a few minutes from Highway 101, the double gated property at the end of a long, private driveway is also conveniently located near the Uvas Reservoir and the Cinnabar Hills Golf Club which features six different 18-hole combinations and is ranked among the top 10 golf courses in Northern California. A popular site for special events, the Club also features a clubhouse, restaurant, full-service bar and cocktail lounge, grass driving range tee, lessons, clinics and camps. This public club is home to the Brandenburg Historical Golf Museum.
Enjoy outdoor activities at the nearby 4,455-acre Calero County Park with more than 18-miles of hiking and equestrian trails that connect to the Rancho Canada del Oro Open Space Reserve and the Santa Teresa County Park with its 1,688 acres of scenic trails and rich history.
Price: $2,050,000. Open house today from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Listing Agent: Alain Pinel Realtors, Therese Swan, 408-656-8240, tswan@apr.com.