One of San Francisco’s most coveted neighborhoods, prestigious Pacific Heights is a nexus of historic, architecturally significant estates, many luxurious manors with dramatic vistas of the bay and the Golden Gate Bridge. City dwellers in search of sophisticated solace benefit from the area’s array of fine dining destinations, tony boutiques, and diverting entertainment venues; the proximity of verdant Lafayette and Alta Plaza Parks; and the lush refuge of Presidio National Park.
San Francisco, California | Stacey Caen, Joseph Lucier, Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage
On one of the city’s iconic sloping streets lined with unmistakable pollarded London plane trees, this elegant residence exemplifies the unique combination of a revered provenance with quintessential modern flair and conveniences. Designed and built in 1908, the handsome Edwardian home is both grand in scale and welcoming in ambience. The floor plan’s uncommon square shape—distinguished from the more-common rectangular configuration—creates an effortless flow that allows for floods of light to fill nearly every room. Classic moldings, wainscoting, balusters, ceiling beams and coffers, and fireplaces framed in stone and wood conjure a sense of timeless refinement in spaces that are decidedly chic and cosmopolitan.
On the first level, a foyer and sitting room provide a warm introduction, establishing its stylistic panache and creatively varied palette. Beyond are two restful bedrooms—one wrapped in windows and accessing a terrace and a garden patio—a wine cellar, and a quiet, contemplative office with its own powder bath. Beside a tall multipaned window, the graceful stairway sweeps from the foyer to the second floor, which is dedicated to living and dining rooms—each of which has a fireplace—and a second slate-paved terrace with neighborhood and water vistas. The inviting kitchen features a marble-topped island, top-tier stainless-steel appliances, a butler’s pantry that segues to the formal dining room, and a charming breakfast nook with a built-in cushioned banquette.
The stairway continues to the home’s third level, a place of serene seclusion. A true private haven, the generous primary bedroom enjoys prime bay views and includes a spacious sitting area with a gas fireplace. Adjoining is a lavish bath suite that offers two boutique-worthy walk-in closets, dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a shower. The two comfortable, stylish guest bedrooms share a bath with period-inspired fixtures.
Occupying the entirety of the fourth floor is a versatile open-plan pentroom—media room, party space, recreation or game room—with a wet bar, a bath, and an office alcove. It opens to yet another terrace that encourages enjoyment of sunshine, fresh breezes, and blue skies. A single wide window affords a cinematic view over the rooftops of these rarefied environs toward the landmarks and the bay’s expanse, which have endeared San Francisco and Pacific Heights to so many for so long.
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