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26885 Taaffe Road, Los Altos Hills
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    • Updated Luxury & Fabulous Rear Yard on 1.2 Acres

    Listing Agent: Kathy Bridgman
    Bed4Bath3SQ FT3,031Lot Size1.24 acresOffered At$ 4,795,000Sold for$ 5,100,000

    Summary of the home

    This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath home is positioned on a corner lot of approximately 1.24 acres with usable grounds in a serene setting. A gated driveway framed by mature trees leads to the home’s classic portico and covered porch, highlighting its traditional design. Inside, soaring beamed and paneled ceilings, refinished hardwood floors, and fresh carpet and paint create a bright, inviting atmosphere along with numerous French doors. Formal living and dining rooms give way to a well-appointed kitchen that flows to the family room and adjoining customized office area. Bedrooms are all located upstairs, including the spacious primary suite with steam shower and private balcony. Outside, the grounds offer a large spa, built-in barbecue, playhouse, and farmers’ market gardens – perfect for play, relaxation, and entertaining. Excellent Los Altos schools complete the appeal.

    Details of the Home

    • Beautifully remodeled two-story home in a wonderful setting
    • 4 bedrooms and 3 baths
    • Approximately 3,031 square feet of living space (not verified by Compass)
    • Corner lot of approximately 1.24 acres (54,138 square feet; not verified by Compass)
    • New paint inside and out, refinished hardwood floors, and new carpet
    • An electronic gated driveway is framed with mature trees and lushly planted gardens with native foliage; beyond, the home exudes traditional curb appeal with a classic portico with columns atop stacked stone and covered porch finished with slate tile
    • The front door and sidelights are all inlaid with beautiful full panes of leaded glass
    • Traditional foyer introduces the freshly painted interiors and refinished hardwood floors; new carpet appoints the stairs and most upstairs rooms
    • Spacious living room features a vaulted beamed and paneled ceiling with spotlighting, wraparound windows and vaulted transoms, plus French doors to the rear deck; a gas-log, glass-enclosed fireplace is outlined in slate ledgestone and an adjacent wall is finished with custom cabinetry and display shelves
    • Formal dining room has a drum light, recessed lights, plus double French doors to the rear deck
    • Well-appointed kitchen features white cabinetry, including island with counter seating, all topped in granite slab with glazed ceramic tile backsplashes and inset accent tiles; an expansive window is positioned above the stainless steel sink with commercial-style faucet/spray
    • Appliances include a Dacor 5-burner gas cooktop, 2 KitchenAid ovens, Bosch dishwasher, and built-in KitchenAid refrigerator
    • Family room, fully open to the kitchen, has an entire wall of custom cabinetry with concealed area for media; recessed lights dot the ceiling and French doors open to the rear deck
    • Built-in office area in the hallway includes a granite-topped desk with mosaic tile backsplash beneath cabinetry and an opposite wall of floor-to-ceiling library shelves
    • Main-level bath, adjacent to the office, features a marble-topped vanity, marble floor with inlay mosaic feature strip, and tub with overhead handheld spray
    • Upstairs primary bedroom suite has a cathedral all-wood ceiling, window shutters, and a gas-log fireplace enclosed in glass and surrounded in marble; the walk-in dual-entry closet is fully customized including some space with lucite enclosures; the travertine and marble en suite bath has a furniture-style dual-sink vanity, vaulted wood ceiling with skylight, oversized steam shower with bench seating and mosaic floor, private commode room, and French door to a private balcony
    • Three upstairs bedrooms, each with new carpet, vaulted ceiling, and lighting, one with customized walk-in closet, and two with mirrored closet doors
    • Upstairs hallway bath has a dual-sink quartz vanity and tub with overhead shower surrounded in tile
    • Other features: laundry room with granite folding counters, sink, and Whirlpool washer and dryer; attached garage with EV charger; air conditioning on upper level; wired for security and surveillance; keyless entry from garage; sound speakers in some rooms
    • Amazing rear grounds with synthetic lawn, large deck with awning-covered arbor for dining, plus paver stone patio with large spa and built-in barbecue center; additional sunswept deck for lounging with steps down to the lower grounds with custom playhouse
    • Farmers’ market gardens with fruit trees and 7 large irrigated vegetable beds
    • Excellent Los Altos schools: Gardner Bullis Elementary, Egan Junior High, Los Altos High (buyer to confirm)

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    Los Altos Hills Community Information

    Los Altos Hills is a residential community with no commercial or industrial zones, instead sharing town amenities and zip codes with nearby Los Altos. With its hilly terrain and commanding views, Los Altos Hills provides unspoiled preserves, rolling hills, picturesque valleys, and a mild climate. The town residents enjoy an extensive pathway system comprising 65 miles of beautiful trails and off-road paths connecting most of the community like a grand sidewalk. Many famous residents reside among its tree-lined streets and small village atmosphere. Neighboring downtown Los Altos offers interesting and provocative shops, as well as fine dining and cultural activities, all combining to make Los Altos Hills a premiere residential hot spot.

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