Recreation and Preservation Surrounds
28080 Laura Court, Los Altos Hills
Laura Court is one of 23 properties in the Quarry Development which has private access and use of a natural fed lake with an inlet and outlet from Hale Creek. Residents enjoy exclusive use of the dock and walking trails around the Lake.
This magnificent property is the gateway to Stevens Creek Trail system. Nestled at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains, this property has access to hundreds of acres of adjacent open space. A short walk and you are on the Chamise trail which is a major trail that feeds into: Rhus Ridge, Black Mountain and Rogue Valley trails. The Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve has over 23 miles of trails, great for jogging, hiking, bicycling, horseback riding and other recreational activities which easily integrate with the natural environment. This open space is home to a host of native California wildlife. Raccoons, opossums, quail, hawks, swallows, jays, and many others make their home in the creek corridor or use it as a greenbelt thoroughfare for traveling to and from distant feeding areas. Trail plans stress the importance of restoring and preserving the creek's natural environment. This includes planting native vegetation to protect existing wildlife habitats and to provide wildlife with additional sources of food and shelter.
In the distance, there is the Monte Bello and Los Trancos Open Space Preserves with numerous trails and open space. All this and minutes to downtown Los Altos, Palo Alto, Stanford, Cupertino.
PROPERTY DETAILS
As you enter the private driveway on Laura Court, the custom electric gates opens you to this absolutely stunning Estate that encompasses 2.63 acres on a private knoll overlooking the valley and a small private Lake. Built by renowned Jon Vidovich this home was constructed with the finest quality of materials available where each detail was meticulously crafted. It has an organic style that blends naturally with the hillside setting of beautiful oak trees. This very unique property provides the ultimate in privacy as it backs up to the Mid Peninsular Preserve, yet offers the much sought after convenience of being close to downtown Los Altos, fine shopping ,dining and Highway 280.
Details on this magnificient property include: over 9,000 square feet of living space, 5 luxurious bedroom suites, 6 ½ baths, A Grand Foyer, Exquisite handcrafted crystal chandeliers, Brazillian inlayed hardwood floors, Custom solid core doors, Custom banisters and railings, wine storage refrigerators, wet bars, Oversized Wine Room, 5 zone Heating and Cooling Systems, Custom circular and rotunda windows, central vaccum, extensive layered crown moldings, hand carved marble mantels with three fireplaces, custom sinks and Jacuzzi tub and an imported tile roof.
AT A GLANCE
The Inviting Main level approximately 3,961 square feet- Grand Foyer with soaring ceilings, Formal Dining and Living, Gourmet Chefs kitchen with rich cherry cabinetry and gleaming counters, Butler’s Pantry, Breakfast area that overlooks the lawns, a spacious Family with custom circular windows and a custom built Cherry Library with built-in cabinets and storage.
Upper Level approximately 2,303 square feet- features the generous and very private Master Suite with a luxurious Master Bath. Majestic views can be seen from the stone balcony with views of the hills. In addition, three bedroom Suites completes this private residential area.
Lower floor has three large family areas that include: The Family/Game Room with vaulted ceilings, rotunda windows and skylights that capture light into the spacious room with a custom Wet Bar, Large Wine Cooling Room, Media Room, Craftsman/Pool Room, Exercise Room , HVAC Room, Full Luxurious Bathroom with lots of built in storage and a Storage Room with custom built ins.
MAIN LEVEL
Dramatic Foyer with soaring ceilings, crystal chandeliers and a custom Brazilian cherry wood stairway leading to the bedrooms upstairs
Formal Living Room with high coved ceilings, four layered crown moldings, hand carved marble mantle around the wood burning fireplace. Circular windows that capture the incredible views of the rolling hills and nature light
Formal Dining Room with crystal chandeliers and French doors that lead to a stone patio for outdoor entertaining
Chefs Kitchen with well designed Butlers pantry, honed granite counter tops and center island, custom cherry cabinetry, top of the line appliances including La Cornue Cooktop imported from France, warming drawers, Sub zero refrigerator and freezers
Casual Dining area with curved wall of windows and chandelier
Family Room with wood burning fireplace and a circle of windows that overlook the lawns
Guest Suite with attached bath and stone patio
Mud and Laundry room
UPPER LEVEL
Private wing accessed from main staircase introduces the generous size Master Suite which features a separate seating area with gas log fireplace and stone balcony with majestic views. The luxurious master bath features two vanities and a whirlpool tub
Additional 3 guest bedrooms suites with attached baths
LOWER LEVEL
Oversized Recreation Room with vaulted ceilings, skylight and a custom wet bar with seating area
Media Room with built-ins and arched topped windows
Second Family Room with a rotunda and arched topped windows
Banquet Sized Crafts Studio, Fitness Center, Storage Room, Full Bath and Control Room.
GROUNDS
2.63 acres on a private knoll overlooking the valley and a small private lake
A unique opportunity to custom your outdoor living and activities. Some ideas include: A circular paved driveway, English Garden, Walking Trails, Infinity Pool, Sports Court, Bocce Ball Court, Golf Putting Green, Kids Playground.
Offered at $6,998,000
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