Set in the esteemed Westridge area of central Portola Valley, this home offers direct stunning views of Windy Hill and the western hills. Situated on approximately 2.55 acres, the property boasts magnificent natural surroundings and views on one of the best streets in all of Portola Valley – truly a magical setting with the utmost in privacy. While feeling miles away from everything, world-class hiking, biking, and equestrian trails are just outside the front door. This property presents an unparalleled opportunity for renovation or new construction.
The existing home, with organic architecture by Daniel Liebermann, showcases his unique radial design where three central core structural points anchor the open rafter ceilings that radiate like a starburst across the rooms. The home is constructed entirely from natural materials including heart redwood, cedar, mahogany, concrete, and glass, in lieu of conventional sheetrock. The home spans one level, with a few gentle transitions, designed in a U shape with two central hallways lined entirely in glass and three distinct wings, one with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Outdoor living is elevated with a swimming pool and a private tennis court plus a large fully enclosed vegetable garden and numerous patios and seating areas around the grounds. This property is located within the acclaimed Portola Valley School District and is just minutes to shops and restaurants, as well as Portola Valley Town Center.
SUMMARY OF THE HOME
Unparalleled potential on approximately 2.55 acres in premier Westridge area of central Portola Valley
Exceptional western hill views with direct vistas of Windy Hill
Mid-century architectural jewel by Daniel Liebermann
Built of heart redwood, cedar, mahogany, and glass
Signature structural radial core points around the U-shaped home
4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms on one level with graceful steps
Approximately 2,570 square feet of living space
World-class hiking, biking, and equestrian trails just outside the front door
Minutes to award-winning Portola Valley Schools, shops and restaurants, and Portola Valley Town Center
A long, wide driveway leads past valley oaks arriving at the open carport, with covered parking for at least 4 cars, and one of several core structures supporting the radial all-wood design with open rafters
Double mahogany doors open to the home where two glass-lined hallways lead to three distinct wings in the home’s U-shape design
At the far end of the hallway is the living and dining room combination beneath a massive radial ceiling of open rafters extending to poured concrete walls in the dining room and all-glass walls in the living room
A free-standing mid-century modern fireplace is positioned in the living room and in the dining room
The radial roof continues across the centrally located kitchen finished with sleek wood cabinetry topped in ceramic tile; a narrow island is topped in butcher block
Extending from the kitchen are open areas for casual dining area and family room with built-in media cabinetry
Appliances include a Gaggenau induction cooktop, Gaggenau oven, Miele dishwasher, and Sub-Zero refrigerator
Numerous access points to the grounds open from the kitchen, hallway, and living/dining room
A full bath, at the entrance to the bedroom wing, doubles as the guest powder room with a fully concealed circular mahogany shower with retractable door
Bedroom featuring an en suite bath, which includes a circular mahogany shower with retractable door
Two additional bedrooms, one with built-in office cabinetry and Murphy bed
Primary bedroom suite with Windy Hill views and en suite bath with dual-sink concrete vanity and large glass-enclosed jetted tub with two overhead showers
Fitness center with direct access from the primary suite or from outside where a large spa is recessed in an elevated deck
Other features: numerous circular skylights throughout; laundry room with sink and washer/dryer; radiant heated floors; air conditioning in kitchen; 4-car carport with entire wall of concealed storage cabinets
Solar-heated pool and tennis court
Large fully enclosed vegetable garden
Numerous patios and seating areas with custom-designed built-in tables that mimic the radial core structures
Minutes to award-winning Portola Valley Schools, world-class hiking trails, and shopping at Portola Valley Town Center