Masterfully crafted, gated estate in Monte Sereno
Masterfully crafted Mediterranean inspired estate showcases unparalleled luxury and style inside and out with classic West Hollywood sophistication and Bel-air lavishness.
Spanning over an acre of land, the gated estate at 18510 Beck Avenue includes nearly 7,000 square feet of living space that has been extensively updated and remodeled twice since it was built by the Auzerais family in 1922. De Mattei construction completed about $700,000 in work earlier this year. The owners have taken great care to preserve the integrity of the estate’s original design.
The prime location of this exquisite estate is also a great part of its appeal. Located in an exclusive enclave of distinguishable estates at 18510 Beck Avenue in Monte Sereno, it has the advantage of a private and tranquil setting that also happens to be only about one mile from the charming downtown Los Gatos.
The home is drenched in natural light and features 10-foot ceilings, arched room entries, exposed beams and millwork including crown molding, newly installed wide planked oak floors, palladium style windows, and custom tile staircase risers.
The Auzerais family crest is carved into the fireplace mantel that anchors the formal living room designed with an exposed beam ceiling. A trio of French doors opens onto a tiled terrace creating a quintessential California indoor/outdoor living and entertaining venue.
A refinished coffered ceiling is featured in the formal dining room with a nearby butler’s pantry equipped with wine storage, warming drawer and granite counter wet bar. Open the glass French door to a breakfast/ tea room to extend the dining room/entertaining space.
A gourmet kitchen is designed for today’s chef with all the modern conveniences.
Granite counters and an island/breakfast bar adorn the kitchen that features custom cabinetry and stainless appliances that include a professional Russell gas range with a custom and decorative marble and stone tile backsplash, Kitchenaid dishwasher and dual overs, and new Sub Zero refrigerator/ freezer.
The family room is another spacious venue with a cast stone fireplace, cupola ceiling, and built-in cabinetry. A wet bar features a custom copper sink and refrigerator. French doors on two sides of this room offer access to the upper terraces wrapped in classic balustrades. Enjoy a front-facing view of the nearby hillsides or a view of the resort-style backyard.
There are five bedrooms and four bathrooms in this estate including two mainlevel suites each with walk-in closets and views of the backyard. One room has an added bonus of a built-in window seat.
A sweeping staircase with decorative wrought-iron railing descends to the ground floor occupied in entirety by a sumptuous master suite. This room also has cast stone fireplace, scalloped detailed coffered ceiling, and French door access to a private courtyard. The new master bathroom features heated natural honed Basalt tile floors, dual vanities, make-up vanity, an oversized frameless glass enclosed shower with custom Pratt & Larson tile surround, a free-standing hydro system Donatello bathtub, new plumbing and accessories by Rohl and Toto, and Curry and Company designer mirrors.
The master’s walk-in closet has a center island and custom built-in drawers and shelving. There is also a private laundry room and built-in wet bar.
Two additional bedrooms that share a Jack and Jill bathroom are located on the upper level in addition to a bonus/media room. This room also has builtins, decorative wainscot, a wet bar, concealed viewing screen, and projector. An ideal gathering space, this room would also be great for an au pair.
Manicured gardens, lush foliage, and arbors dripping with wisteria create an enchanting backyard setting. Original brick pathways meander around the property with multiple quiet retreat spaces tucked amongst the gardens and a 20 by 40-foot pool adjacent to the arborcovered flagstone pool deck.
Additional features include a remodeled laundry room with quartz counter, sink and storage cabinetry, distributed sound in the kitchen, living and bonus room, gas pool heater, solar panels, hillside views, basement storage, and a detached four-car garage. There is also an advanced camera security system and home security system. Toprated schools are nearby and include Daves Elementary, Fisher Middle, and Los Gatos High School all within about a mile and a half.
Listed by Steve and Christine Perry, co-founders of the Sereno Group Real Estate, they have 10 offices including two in Los Gatos, two in Saratoga, Aptos, Los Altos, Palo Alto, Santa Cruz, Soquel, and Willow Glen and almost 400 agents. The husband and wife team have a combined 53 years of experience in real estate and have sold more than 1,000 homes. A “boutique” agency, the Perrys are hands-on in the entire real estate process from staging and inspections to negotiating and turning over the keys.
Many of their high profile clients, says Steve, also appreciate their degree of professionalism and regard for client privacy.
The Sereno Group has risen to become of the top four real estate firms in the San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz counties by overall annual sales volume. Price: $6,900,000
Where: 18510 Beck Avenue, Monte Sereno Open: Saturday 7/20 2-4pm
More photos at: http://vimeo. com/331599527 Shown by appointment only Listing Agents: The Sereno Group, Steve and Christine Perry, 408-858-5587, perrys@serenogroup.com, www.perrygrouprealestate.com