THE SUMMIT LEAGUE PROUDLY PRESENTS
HOMES FOR THE HOLIDAYS 2010
TRADITIONAL AND CALIFORNIA CONTEMPORARY BLEND
The lovely home is situated on a landscaped acre in one of the oldest neighborhoods of Saratoga, Farwell Avenue. The house was built in 1959 by the Wade family as a traditional east coast Williamsburg-style house. It was purchased in 1987. Small renovations were made over the years until 1999 when a total reconstruction and expansion was undertaken by Architect Gary Schloh and Mehus Construction of Los Gatos, along with design work under the guidance of the late Myrna Baldwin. The Williamsburg front exterior was retained but the interior was dramatically expanded in scale and style to reflect a more contemporary California lifestyle. Light-filled rooms were developed to create a relaxed floor plan and a master bedroom suite was added at the rear of the house. The house is 6000 square feet with three bedrooms, four and a half baths, two offices, formal living and dining rooms, large family room, upstairs art studio and exercise room.
CONTEMPORARY TUSCAN HOME FOCUSING ON OUTDOOR LIVING
This spacious Mediterranean style home was built in 2002. A classic red tiled roof, arched windows and beautiful traditional accents blend with up-to-date amenities and warm finishes to create a comfortable interior. The home has wide plank walnut floors, a tremendous gourmet kitchen and family room ensemble, a banquet sized dining room, grand living room, five bedrooms, media room and wine cellar. The resort inspired grounds include a beautiful mosaic tiled pool, terraces with wisteria covered pergolas, fireplaces, full kitchen complete with pizza oven and vast stretches of lawn leading to children’s play area and formal rose gardens. This setting defines the ideal California lifestyle.
FRENCH CHATEAU IN COUNTRY MANOR STYLE
This bright, family-oriented home with its harmonious blend of antiques and contemporary pieces graces the top of a Saratoga foothill. The owner’s desire was to create a strong sense of family and history throughout their elegant home. When walking up to the home, the first glimpse of tradition is a nested stork, a Danish symbol of good luck, which rules the roof and pays homage to their heritage. Once inside the front door, guest will notice the lovely pier mirror in the foyer that was brought around the Horn by the father’s family in the late 1800’s. French and English fabrics help achieve the country manor feeling in the living room. A “tree house” office was added during the most recent renovation and the dining room décor evokes the feeling of a French garden. Stepping into the sunny kitchen that overlooks an inviting side garden, it is obvious that the renovated kitchen is state-of-the art.