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Set well back from the street on a gently rolling hillside, 11 Glen Alpine Road is one of the great estates of the East Bay. Built in 1929 for inventor Ernest J. Sweetland and designed by architect Frederick H. Reimers, this English Tudor and French Gothic residence features exterior walls of Bath stone imported from England and a distinctive purple Pennsylvania slate roof. Carved oak entry doors open to a marble vestibule with a domed gold-leaf ceiling and an extraordinary oak-paneled great hall stretching approximately 60 feet, where a sweeping staircase rises beneath a two-story leaded-glass window. The main floor features a magnificent 42-by-23-foot living room with a 15-foot beamed ceiling and dramatic seven-foot fireplace, a Gothic-windowed conservatory, an oak-paneled library, a striking octagonal dining room, and a tiled kitchen with serving and pastry pantries, a home office, and a sun-filled hexagonal breakfast room. The bedroom level offers eight bedrooms, including a primary suite with two dressing rooms, two baths, a study, and two fireplaces, as well as the charming log cabin suite lined in Oregon pine. An expansive third floor provides versatile space for recreation, work, or additional living areas. The daylit lower level is highlighted by a grand ballroom with maple floors, a stage, and a commercial kitchen. Set on 1.79 acres, the private grounds encompass a swimming pool and spa, pool house, and tennis court, while a winding driveway leads to a five-car garage. Nearly a century after its construction, 11 Glen Alpine Road remains an extraordinary testament to the artistry, craftsmanship, and architectural ambition of its era.

9 Beds ⋅ 15 Baths ⋅ 41152946 MLS

Set well back from the street on a gently rolling hillside, 11 Glen Alpine Road is one of the great estates of the East Bay. Built in 1929 for inventor Ernest J. Sweetland and designed by architect Frederick H. Reimers, this English Tudor and French Gothic residence features exterior walls of Bath stone imported from England and a distinctive purple Pennsylvania slate roof. Carved oak entry doors open to a marble vestibule with a domed gold-leaf ceiling and an extraordinary oak-paneled great hall stretching approximately 60 feet, where a sweeping staircase rises beneath a two-story leaded-glass window. The main floor features a magnificent 42-by-23-foot living room with a 15-foot beamed ceiling and dramatic seven-foot fireplace, a Gothic-windowed conservatory, an oak-paneled library, a striking octagonal dining room, and a tiled kitchen with serving and pastry pantries, a home office, and a sun-filled hexagonal breakfast room. The bedroom level offers eight bedrooms, including a primary suite with two dressing rooms, two baths, a study, and two fireplaces, as well as the charming log cabin suite lined in Oregon pine. An expansive third floor provides versatile space for recreation, work, or additional living areas. The daylit lower level is highlighted by a grand ballroom with maple floors, a stage, and a commercial kitchen. Set on 1.79 acres, the private grounds encompass a swimming pool and spa, pool house, and tennis court, while a winding driveway leads to a five-car garage. Nearly a century after its construction, 11 Glen Alpine Road remains an extraordinary testament to the artistry, craftsmanship, and architectural ambition of its era.

11 Glen Alpine Rd., Piedmont

Listing courtesy of Adrienne Tunney Krumins from The GRUBB Company. 510-928-4521

$2,495,000

Set in the heart of central Piedmont, 362 Magnolia Avenue pairs timeless architectural character with a comprehensive modern renovation. Offering 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, the home also features a versatile lower level, ideal as an additional family room, home office, gym, or potential fourth bedroom. At the heart of the home, a beautifully updated chef's kitchen features premium SKS appliances, custom cabinetry, and hand-selected stone countertops, opening naturally to the dining area and expansive rear deck for effortless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. Renovated bathrooms, thoughtfully selected stone and tile, Rejuvenation lighting, new and refinished wood flooring, updated hardware, and a warm, cohesive palette carry the design throughout. The transformation extends well beyond the finishes, with a new roof, HVAC, plumbing and electrical, along with other improvements, refreshed exterior spaces, new landscaping, and irrigation. And then there is the location and views. From this coveted central Piedmont setting, Piedmont Middle School is approximately a 5-minute walk, Piedmont High School 7 minute walk, Downtown Piedmont 8 minute walk, and both Havens Elementary and Piedmont Park approximately 9 minute walk. The Piedmont Community Pool, tennis courts, schools, parks, and civic amenities are all close at hand, with Grand Avenue, Lakeshore, and Piedmont Avenue shopping and dining nearby. Downtown San Francisco is approximately 12 miles away. Beautifully renovated, exceptionally versatile, and ideally positioned in the heart of Piedmont, 362 Magnolia Avenue offers the rare opportunity to enjoy modern living in one of the city’s most convenient and connected locations.

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 41145880 MLS

Set in the heart of central Piedmont, 362 Magnolia Avenue pairs timeless architectural character with a comprehensive modern renovation. Offering 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, the home also features a versatile lower level, ideal as an additional family room, home office, gym, or potential fourth bedroom. At the heart of the home, a beautifully updated chef's kitchen features premium SKS appliances, custom cabinetry, and hand-selected stone countertops, opening naturally to the dining area and expansive rear deck for effortless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. Renovated bathrooms, thoughtfully selected stone and tile, Rejuvenation lighting, new and refinished wood flooring, updated hardware, and a warm, cohesive palette carry the design throughout. The transformation extends well beyond the finishes, with a new roof, HVAC, plumbing and electrical, along with other improvements, refreshed exterior spaces, new landscaping, and irrigation. And then there is the location and views. From this coveted central Piedmont setting, Piedmont Middle School is approximately a 5-minute walk, Piedmont High School 7 minute walk, Downtown Piedmont 8 minute walk, and both Havens Elementary and Piedmont Park approximately 9 minute walk. The Piedmont Community Pool, tennis courts, schools, parks, and civic amenities are all close at hand, with Grand Avenue, Lakeshore, and Piedmont Avenue shopping and dining nearby. Downtown San Francisco is approximately 12 miles away. Beautifully renovated, exceptionally versatile, and ideally positioned in the heart of Piedmont, 362 Magnolia Avenue offers the rare opportunity to enjoy modern living in one of the city’s most convenient and connected locations.

362 Magnolia Ave, Piedmont

Listing courtesy of Samantha Woehrle from Woehrle Real Estate. 925-360-7799

$22,500,000

This Piedmont estate marries the soul of a Mediterranean villa with the pulse of modern technology. The residence balances intimate warmth with old-world grandeur. Every room tells a story of global treasure—from a 400-year-old fireplace surround to custom ceilings, Honduran mahogany window frames, and masterful leaded glass. Yet the estate is thoroughly modern, powered by a Savant automation system, Lutron lighting, and backup generator. The home features double-framed walls for acoustic privacy and a seismic foundation of steel-reinforced concrete piers. The kitchen blends custom cabinetry with elite appliances. The primary suite features a vaulted vestibule, French marble fireplace, boutique closets, and heated marble floors. Four additional suites offer equally superior accommodations. Over 2000 square feet of terraces, inlaid with antique Italian tiles, lead to a 70-foot saltwater lap pool and a fireplace cabana. Nearly a mile of walking paths meander through a sanctuary of over 300 legacy oaks, redwoods, and palms, bordered by Indian Creek and sustained by a self-sufficient on-site well and automated irrigation system. Every architectural, horticultural, and structural decision reflects an artful vision. The result is a sublime harmony between house, garden, and nature.

6 Beds ⋅ 10 Baths ⋅ 41133564 MLS

This Piedmont estate marries the soul of a Mediterranean villa with the pulse of modern technology. The residence balances intimate warmth with old-world grandeur. Every room tells a story of global treasure—from a 400-year-old fireplace surround to custom ceilings, Honduran mahogany window frames, and masterful leaded glass. Yet the estate is thoroughly modern, powered by a Savant automation system, Lutron lighting, and backup generator. The home features double-framed walls for acoustic privacy and a seismic foundation of steel-reinforced concrete piers. The kitchen blends custom cabinetry with elite appliances. The primary suite features a vaulted vestibule, French marble fireplace, boutique closets, and heated marble floors. Four additional suites offer equally superior accommodations. Over 2000 square feet of terraces, inlaid with antique Italian tiles, lead to a 70-foot saltwater lap pool and a fireplace cabana. Nearly a mile of walking paths meander through a sanctuary of over 300 legacy oaks, redwoods, and palms, bordered by Indian Creek and sustained by a self-sufficient on-site well and automated irrigation system. Every architectural, horticultural, and structural decision reflects an artful vision. The result is a sublime harmony between house, garden, and nature.

280 Indian Rd, Piedmont

Listing courtesy of Ann Newton Cane from Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re. 415-999-0253

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