855 Darrell Road, Hillsborough
With its unparalleled views of the San Francisco Bay, this modern masterpiece is the epitome of
contemporary panache. While the essence of the home is its Bay views, the architectural design
is second-to-none with every room taking full advantage of the views or the outdoors. Towering
ceilings, a crisp white palette, lightly hued solid wood floors, and to-the-floor windows create a
bright and light ambiance that welcomes everyday living as well as grand entertaining. Lighting
selections are exceptional, as are the hand-made tile selections that uniquely appoint the kitchen
and every wall in each bathroom – even semi-precious amethyst adorns the walls of the powder
room. Cabinetry is all crafted in rich walnut, including a one-of-a-kind radius curved center
island in the kitchen plus a fully customized office tailored for today’s remote work or study
needs.
Spanning three levels, there are 5 spacious bedrooms and 5.5 baths, including main- and upper-
level primary suites, each with magnificent view and lavishly appointed bathroom. There is also
a recreation room and a glass-enclosed fitness center, which could be converted to a wine cellar,
if desired. Behind the scenes, motorized window blinds, whole-home automation, and
comprehensive security and surveillance systems add a layer of convenience and comfort.
Completing this picture of perfection is a large, level rear yard and heated loggia for outdoor
living and entertaining, plus this home has access to acclaimed Hillsborough schools.
Remarkable in its beauty and incredible livability – in a sought-after location midway between
San Francisco and Silicon Valley – this is the ultimate family or executive retreat.
Details of the Home
 Exceptional contemporary home completed in 2019
 Remarkable San Francisco Bay views from most rooms
 5 bedrooms, office, and 5.5 baths arranged over 3 levels
 Approximately 7,138 square feet
 Lot size of approximately 0.6 acre (26,144 square feet; buyer to confirm)
 Gated driveway opens to the home’s elevated position allowing for optimum views and
providing ample off-street parking; Connecticut bluestone, paver stones, stacked natural
stone, and clear-glass railings complement the sleek exterior
 A massive pivoting glass door opens to the multi-level foyer that culminates with an
artistic vertebrae staircase framed by a wall of glass overlooking the rear grounds, also
accessed through an adjacent sliding glass door
 Solid hardwood floors in a light natural hue are introduced in the foyer and continue
throughout the home
 Stunning formal powder room lined with walls entirely in polished semi-precious
amethyst slab
 Dramatic living room features to-the-floor wraparound windows that present the Bay
views
 Formal and casual dining areas are found in the kitchen great room; a wraparound wall
of walnut cabinetry with integrated banquette seating and a signature Benedetta
Tagliabue's woven wood dome lamp defines one area, while sliding glass doors to the
rear grounds define a more formal venue
 Custom walnut cabinetry continues in the gourmet kitchen with perimeter counters
topped in quartz with decorative hand-made tile backsplash; a unique radius curved
island is topped in butcher block
 Appliances include Blue Star 8-burner gas cooktop, Wolf microwave, 2 Wolf ovens, 2
Cove dishwashers, paneled Sub-zero refrigerator
 Family room, fully open to the kitchen, with on-wall media, surround sound, and
retractable sliding glass doors to the front deck and Bay views; sliding glass doors also
open to the rear heated loggia with wood-paneled ceiling
 Customized office with walnut cabinetry and wraparound Caesarstone workstation
 Main-level junior primary suite or guest suite has retractable glass doors to a private
front balcony with Bay views, a fully customized walk-in closet, and en suite bath with
dual-sink vanity and walls, curbless shower, and floor entirely in decorative and
complementary tiles
 Bedroom suite with Bay views and en suite bath with hand-made decorative tiles on all
walls, including around the tub with overhead shower
 Bedroom suite with double glass doors to the rear grounds and en suite bath with tiled
walls and decorative tiled walls in the curbless shower
 Upstairs primary suite features a Lievore Altherr Molina pendant light, breathtaking Bay
views with glass doors to a private balcony, and fully customized walk-in closet with
skylight and desk center; the en suite sky-lit bath features entirely tiled walls in hexagon
and star pattern with metallics, a free-standing tub, dual-sink vanity, and curbless shower
 Lower-level recreation room and adjoining fitness center behind glass and with fully
mirrored wall; on-wall media, surround sound, and sliding glass doors to a front terrace
 Lower-level bedroom with retractable glass doors to the front terrace, large customized
walk-in closet preceding the room’s entrance, plus adjacent bath with textured tile on all
walls, including a panel backed by colorful fiber optic lighting in the curbless shower
 Other features:
o Main-level laundry room with sink, LG washer and dryer, and all walls in
textured tile
o Customized mud room
o Attached 3-car garage with finished floor and EV charging
o Concealed motorized blinds on most windows
o Automated commodes in all baths
 Systems & utilities:
o Distributed sound speakers throughout
o Nest thermostats
o Multi-zone heating and air conditioning
o Security and surveillance
o Whole-home automation with iPad docking stations
 Fully landscaped rear grounds with vast level lawn bordered by terraced rock gardens
 Acclaimed Hillsborough schools: West Elementary; Crocker Middle; Burlingame High
(buyer to verify)

Built in 2018, this home stands as a masterpiece of modern design with a nod to mid-century aesthetics and design principles. Located in coveted Lower Hillsborough at the end of a cul-de- sac, the home was masterfully created by Nancy Sheinholtz Associates on one-half acre nestled between towering redwoods and mature trees. Cantilevered stainless steel and accents of stone exemplify the modern design outside, while polished concrete floors and entire walls of glass enhance the ambiance inside. The two-story floor plan is open and flowing with a clear design for indoor/outdoor living and a connection to the natural beauty of the grounds at every turn. Lofty ceiling heights, perfectly selected lighting, and linear gas fireplaces add to the appeal. The great room opens to the rear grounds and pool through retractable glass doors and the kitchen is a sleek and modern culinary haven with exceptional appliances and built-in casual dining. The spacious floor plan has 5 bedrooms, each with en suite bath, plus an office. A multi-room suite is tucked away in complete privacy off the kitchen and with convenient outside entrance nearby making it perfect for extended family or additional office space, if needed. The main level
showcases a bedroom suite and adjacent office, while the upstairs comprises a luxurious primary suite and two additional suites. The rear grounds are designed for entertaining and recreation with a large pool, fire pit, and outdoor kitchen with counter seating. Whether hosting gala events or enjoying the sublime privacy every day, this treasured home is a rare architectural offering in sought-after Hillsborough.

Details of the Home
 Sleek and modern architecture, newly built in 2018
 Architecture and interiors by Nancy Sheinholtz Associates
 Two levels with 5 bedrooms, office, and 5.5 baths
 Approximately one-half acre (21,780 square feet; buyer to confirm)
 Cantilevered stainless steel overhangs and accents of stone enhance the modern style
 Polished concrete floors are introduced in the foyer and continue throughout the main
level; hardwood floors span the upper levels
 Tremendous living and dining room combination delineated by a linear gas fireplace in
a partial wall surrounded in large-format tile; an entire wall of floor-to-ceiling glass looks
out to the front grounds; a halo chandelier of crystals defines the dining space
 Double pocket doors conceal a flexible-use room off the foyer for recreation, office, or
media needs; a feature wall includes a sink, Perlick wine cooler, exotic marble counter,
and floating shelves
 Tremendous great room for everyday living and kitchen opens through retractable glass
doors to the rear grounds; a focal point wall integrates a linear gas fireplace with
cantilevered hearth and overhead media space
 Kitchen has sleek lacquered and wood grain cabinetry, a large island with counter seating and featuring waterfall edge topped with Calacatta marble; a built-in banquette and table create a casual dining area beneath a modern sculptural light
 Appliances include a Wolf 6-burner plus griddle cooktop, 2 Wolf Convection ovens, Wolf steam oven, microwave, and warming drawer, 2 Miele dishwashers, wine cooler, and 2 Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, beverage fridge in Game room
 Butler’s pantry and mud room with glass door to the side yard and staircase to the
private upstairs suite
 Upstairs multi-room suite for extended family, guests, or office space; main room,
separate bedroom, plus bath with curbless frameless-glass shower
 Main-level office with wall-to-wall cabinetry and integrated desk plus glass door to the
rear grounds
 Main-level bedroom suite with frameless glass shower surrounded in mini glass mosaic
tiles
 Upstairs primary suite has sconce and drum lighting, a linear gas fireplace outlined in
marble, wraparound walls of glass to a private balcony, and retractable room-darkening
blinds; two walk-in closets are all customized; en suite bath has a dual-sink vanity, free-
standing air jet tub, curbless shower, and private commode room
 Two additional upstairs bedroom suites, one with tub and overhead shower and one with
frameless glass shower
 Other features: formal half-bath; upstairs laundry room with sink and Kenmore stacked
washer/dryer; attached 2-car garage with built-in cabinetry; Nest thermostats; built-in
sound speakers; radiant heated floors; central air conditioning on upper level; security
and surveillance; programmable lighting
 Very private rear grounds include a large pool, fire pit, lawn, and outdoor kitchen with
barbecue, sink, refrigerator, and elevated counter seating
 Acclaimed Hillsborough schools: North Hillsborough Elementary; Crocker Middle;
Burlingame High (buyer to verify)

2140 Forest View Avenue, Hillsborough Experience the epitome of modern luxury in this stunning 2016-built contemporary masterpiece on a premier street in lower North Hillsborough. Designed by acclaimed architect Dan Phipps and masterfully constructed by Toboni Builders of San Francisco, this home seamlessly combines sleek design with sustainable living. The solar-powered, radiant-heated home is set on just over one-half acre of grounds landscaped with native grasses and accents in Corten steel and Ipe wood. Inside, the interiors are awe-inspiring with ceiling heights reaching 20 feet at the entrance, floors in poured concrete or oak, and doors, cabinetry, and accent walls in walnut. With three levels of living space, this home revolves around a dramatic great room that spans the rear of the home. Two sets of fully retracting sliding glass doors open to the back. There is a separate formal dining room, and the kitchen is sleek and modern with an array of high-end appliances, many in duplicate or triplicate, to meet the needs of any home chef, private chef, or caterer. The home features 4 bedrooms plus an office, comprising a main-level primary suite and secondary suite plus two upstairs bedrooms. A large lower-level recreation room with bath offers wonderful flexibility for entertaining and media needs plus there is a fully customized wine cellar behind frameless-glass doors. Beyond the walls of this remarkable residence lies a resort-inspired oasis out back epitomizing California indoor/outdoor living. A barbecue kitchen makes al fresco dining a breeze, the fireplace terrace and elevated level lawn present space for leisurely gatherings, a sparkling pool and spa invite relaxation as well as wellness, and a vegetable garden and fruit tress provide for the farm-to-table lifestyle. Location, sustainability, and modern sophistication – this is truly a wonderful place to call home.

Details of the Home
 Sleek contemporary solar-powered masterpiece sustainably built in 2016 on a premier
street in lower North Hillsborough
 Architecture by Dan Phipps, San Francisco; built by Toboni Builders, San Francisco
 Three levels with 4 bedrooms, office, and 45.5 baths
 Just over one-half acre (22,307 square feet; buyer to confirm)
 Corten steel walls frame native grasses and landscaping leading to the front entrance and
setting the contemporary tone of the home
 Dramatic entrance features an entire wall of glass reaching up to 20 feet with integrated
front door; a slatted wall of walnut frames the staircase and balcony overlook
 Formal dining room with bubble-glass a Lindsey Adelman chandelier
 Tremendous great room with poured concrete floors spans the rear of the home with fully
retracting sliding glass doors on each side of a linear gas fireplace; an entire wall of book-
matched walnut panels defines the living area
 A retractable remote-controlled screen separates the living area from the kitchen, when
desired
 Sleek modern kitchen has walnut cabinetry topped in quartz with to-the-ceiling Calacatta
marble tile backsplashes; island with counter seating, butler’s pantry, china closet, and
casual dining area
 Appliances include: Wolf gas cooktop with 6 burners, griddle, and pot filler; Wolf
microwave, convection oven, and steam oven and warming drawer; 3 Miele -Bosch
dishwashers; 4 Sub-Zero refrigerator drawers; Sub-Zero refrigerator and separate freezer;
Sub-Zero wine cooler; Sub-Zero ice maker
 Den/office features concealed workstation, media area, and French doors to the rear
grounds
 Main-level primary suite opens to the rear yard and has a walk-in customized closet; en
suite bath features separate vanities, free-standing tub, curbless shower with three sprays,
and private commode room
 Second main-level bedroom suite with curbless shower
 Two upstairs bedrooms, plus a landing area with built-in workstation for three, are served
by a bath with dual-sink vanity and large frameless-glass shower
 Lower-level recreation room, bath with shower, 690-568-bottle wine cellar behind
frameless glass, plus mud room with access to garage
 Pool house (with potential as an ADU) has a large living area and bath with curbless
shower plus outdoor shower
 Other features: formal powder room; main- and upper-level laundry with washer/dryer;
radiant-heated floors throughout; solar powered electricity; programmable lighting; low-
voltage outdoor lighting; surveillance and security; air conditioning in bedrooms and
office; motorized blinds on some windows; attached 2-car garage ready to wired for EV
charging with ample storage room
 Resort-inspired grounds include: outdoor kitchen with Wolf barbecue, Sub-Zero
refrigerator, Sub-Zero icemaker, and sink; radiant deck heated salt-water pool; separate
spa; wood burning fireplace with gas starter terrace; elevated level lawn; numerous fruit
trees; raised vegetable beds
 Acclaimed Hillsborough schools: North Hillsborough Elementary; Crocker Middle;
Burlingame High (buyer to verify)

A bright and modern open floor plan with well-appointed living quarters awaits you here at 223 Amherst. Completely remodeled from the studs in 2017, you will find lovely indoor / outdoor living spaces with both tasteful design choices and function in mind. Hardwood floors extend throughout this 2,530 Sqft* home, while wide windows with custom shutters let in an abundance of sunlight. High-end materials and craftsman style build quality come together and shine in this charming abode.

This home exudes curb appeal with lovely complementary colors as well as a meticulously maintained lawn and two towering mature redwood trees rising into the skyline from the backyard. Inside this remodeled home you will find a fully equipped chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line stainless-steel appliances, quartz counter-tops, a center island with a built-in sink, large pantry, and lots of custom cabinetry. Cook with confidence knowing this gourmet kitchen can handle whatever you throw at it. ­

The open concept kitchen flows into the nearby living room offering you a fantastic space to entertain. The living room is bright and spacious and has a set of tall glass French doors leading to the backyard as well as a unique fireplace to converge around. You’ll also find tray ceilings with recessed lighting and crown molding on the opening separating the kitchen. Down the hall, to the side of the foyer, you will find an area that can serve either as a family room or a formal dining room. This room, much like the rest of the house, is bright and airy with ample space. 

As you ascend the stairs you are immediately greeted with a custom built-in office seated next to the stairs landing. This space has a window that looks out onto the street giving you a peaceful & stress-free work from home scene. Adjacent to this area is the primary suite. This primary suite is a retreat from the rest of the house, highlighted by a luxurious ensuite bathroom, huge walk-in closet, and recessed lighting. This harmonious ensuite bathroom features two mirrors above a double sink vanity, a relaxing oversized soaking tub, and premium interior design choices so your all relaxation is provided for.

Also on the 2^nd floor, across the way from the primary bedroom features a second full ensuite bedroom complete with its own bathroom fitted with both a shower and a tub. Get the best of both worlds; a retreat for yourself and a retreat for your guests. Rounding out the accommodations include two more comfortable bedrooms downstairs connected via a jack and jill bathroom with two sinks. With 2 bedrooms on each floor, 4 altogether, there’s plenty of space for everyone.

This home was also designed with a modern lifestyle taken into consideration. Some up-to-date smart home features include a charging station for your electric vehicles in the garage as well as an integrated Dual Zone Air Conditioning system to help you stay cool during the summer months. Some other features include custom built-out closets (not show in photos) and a fully wired security system installed throughout, to name a few. Let’s not forget about the backyard. The wide-open backyard offers lots of space to either entertain or unwind with a patio running the width of the house and a luscious green lawn. 

Things would be amiss if we did not mention the neighborhood. Located in the sought-after, tree-lined streets neighborhood of Baywood, San Mateo. Bordering Hillsborough to the north, this area is particularly popular for its safe family friendly atmosphere with your choice of several highly regarded public and private schools nearby. You're also within walking distance, or a short bike ride, to bustling Downtown San Mateo giving you access to a plethora of shopping, dining, and entertainment to choose from. You can have it all here at 223 Amherst – totally remodeled in 2017 with no expenses spared, modern design, one of the most desirable neighborhoods on The Peninsula, ample living spaces, and a charm perfect for you and your family. 

All photos were taken in 2017