• Price: $2,998,000

  • 1255 Montclaire Way
    Los Altos, CA 94024

  • MLS #: 81303546

Property Details

This one-of-a-kind original farm house set the standard for opulent living in the Highlands. Now elegantly updated, the home is ideal for the Silicon Valley lifestyle, offering ample light-filled square footage with 4 beds, 4 baths, 2 master suites, and grounds over 2/3 of an acre. The wooded location is private yet moments from the Country Club, Foothills & Rancho Shopping, Rancho San Antonio Park, & top Cupertino schools. The very convenient location offers easy access to major commute arteries. Defined by the subtle grandeur of Moorish design and the rich landscape found only in California, this unique home is the first of its kind in the Highlands. Built for grand entertaining, amazing amounts of light-filled space both inside and outside inspire memorable events on scales both grand and intimate. The interior begins with a soaring foyer that graciously spills into the formal living and dining rooms. Lower-level flexibility on right wing offers a private den and a master suite. Privately situated to the left are bedroom and bath quarters with a separate entrance, ideal for an au pair.The bright open kitchen invites the chef, family members, and guests to relax and mingle. Amenities include granite counters and island, 6-burner gas range, 3 ovens, 2 sinks, and Subzero refrigerator and freezer. Congenial counter seating adjoins with a large breakfast room, housing an additional mini kitchen and casual planning center. The oversized family room is rustic and inviting with beamed cathedral ceilings, a natural rock fireplace, built-ins, and 2 sets of skylights. Upstairs, the master includes a balcony, luxurious bath, and enormous walk-in closet. Every room in the home offers beautiful redwood views. Other highlights include many French doors, travertine, marble, designer light fixtures, and a basement fitted for a wine cellar. Outside, the colorful grounds enjoy well-established plantings mixed with new as well as flagstone and ample level land to develop as desired. Pretty paved patios front and back and a long motorcourt with room for up to 10 cars add to the lavish architecture. This prestigious home is ideal for those who desire the upscale Los Altos lifestyle, yet desire coming home to secluded and tranquil surroundings at the end of the day. Details »

4 Bedrooms

4.00 Bathrooms

4473 Square Feet

The Buchanan and Bowen Sales Team

Real Estate Agent Coldwell Banker
  • 161 South San Antonio Rd
    Los Altos, Ca 94022
  • 650-949-8506
  • 408-460-3981

Biography

The Buchanan & Bowen Sales Team



Specialized Full Services for Each Client

Jo Buchanan and Stuart Bowen have over 40 years combined Real Estate Experience, specializing in the communities of Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Mountain View, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, and surrounding areas. When you hire the Buchanan & Bowen Sales Team, you are hiring two licensed agents, an escrow/listing manager, a marketing writer, and a listing assistant, all who will be at your service anytime during the transaction and long after closing.



A Team with a Proven Track Record

Awarded with the prestigious International President’s Premier reserved for only the Top 1% Coldwell Banker agents Nationwide, as well as ranking Top 1% among agents in Silicon Valley, Jo and Stuart have a proven track record of achieving success for their clients. On average, they sell their client’s homes at a higher list to sales price ratio in fewer days, working with efficiency and competency. Their team implements the most recent marketing and technological advancements to achieve the highest price possible for their sellers and best negotiating power for their buyers.



Business is Personal

With three family generations living in the area and over 30 years working where they live, Jo and Stuart know the Bay Area’s unique housing market and trends. They work with many repeat clients and referrals and enjoy considering their clients as neighbors and friends. When you hire Jo and Stuart, they make it their goal to become your real estate experts for life.



Call on Buchanan & Bowen

Jo and Stuart have the experience and expertise to make home selling and buying hassle free and enjoyable. Their mission always remains the same in any type of Real Estate market: To provide you the most knowledgeable, thorough, and professional service for all your real estate needs.

Let Buchanan & Bowen help. They’ll exceed your expectations!

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Covington Elementary (Grades: KG - 6)
Georgina P. Blach Junior High (Grades: 7 - 8)
LASD Preschool (Grades: M)
Loyola Elementary (Grades: KG - 6)
Montclaire Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Oak Avenue Elementary (Grades: KG - 6)
Almond Elementary (Grades: KG - 6)
Ardis G. Egan Junior High (Grades: 7 - 8)
Bullis Charter (Grades: KG - 8)
Gardner Bullis Elementary (Grades: KG - 6)
Los Altos High (Grades: 9 - 12)
Santa Rita Elementary (Grades: KG - 6)
Alta Vista High (Grades: 9 - 12)
Benjamin Bubb Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Frank L. Huff Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Gabriela Mistral Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Isaac Newton Graham Middle (Grades: 6 - 8)
Mariano Castro Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Mountain View High (Grades: 9 - 12)
Springer Elementary (Grades: KG - 6)
Edith Landels Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Cherry Chase Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Community Day (Grades: 9 - 12)
Cumberland Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Cupertino Middle (Grades: 6 - 8)
Fremont High (Grades: 9 - 12)
Louis E. Stocklmeir Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Marian A. Peterson Middle (Grades: 6 - 8)
North County Regional Occupational Program (Grades: 9 - 12)
Sunnyvale Middle (Grades: 6 - 8)
West Valley Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Bishop Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Columbia Middle (Grades: 6 - 8)
San Miguel Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Abraham Lincoln Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
C. B. Eaton Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Cupertino High (Grades: 9 - 12)
D. J. Sedgwick Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Garden Gate Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Homestead High (Grades: 9 - 12)
John F. Kennedy Middle (Grades: 6 - 8)
L. P. Collins Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Monta Vista High (Grades: 9 - 12)
Sam H. Lawson Middle (Grades: 6 - 8)
Stevens Creek Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Warren E. Hyde Middle (Grades: 6 - 8)
William Faria Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
William Regnart Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Crittenden Middle (Grades: 6 - 8)
Independent Study Program (Grades: KG - 8)
Monta Loma Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
MVWSD Home & Hospital (Grades: KG - 8)
Slater Special Education Preschool (Grades: M)
Stevenson Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Theuerkauf Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Spark Charter (Grades: KG - 8)
Braly Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Ellis Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Ponderosa Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Vargas Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Barron Park Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
El Carmelo Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Fairmeadow Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Henry M. Gunn High (Grades: 9 - 12)
Herbert Hoover Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle (Grades: 6 - 8)
Juana Briones Elementary (Grades: KG - 5)
Terman Middle (Grades: 6 - 8)
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  • 90-100
  • 70-89
  • 50-69
  • 25-49
  • 0-24
  • Rider's Paradise World-class public transportation
  • Excellent Transit Transit is convenient for most trips
  • Good Transit Many nearby transportation options
  • Some Transit A few nearby transportation options
  • Minimal Transit It is possible to get on a bus
  • 90-100
  • 70-89
  • 50-69
  • 25-49
  • 0-24
  • Walker's Paradise Daily errands do not require a car
  • Very Walkable Most errands can be accomplished by foot
  • Good Transit Some errands can be accomplished by foot
  • Car-Dependent Most errands require car
  • Car-Dependent Almost all errands require car
  • 90-100
  • 70-89
  • 50-69
  • 0-49
  • Biker's Paradise Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
  • Very Bikeable Biking is convenient for most trips
  • Bikeable Some bike infrastructure
  • Somewhat Bikeable Minimal bike infrastructure

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1255 Montclaire Way Los Altos, CA 94024