luxury houses with reception room for sale San Mateo, United States

Set on a quiet cul-de-sac in Redwood City's sought-after Centennial neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home sits on a 7,248 sf corner lot with a rare private garden minutes from downtown. Refinished white oak hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and a kitchen filled with natural light make the house warm and welcoming. Ducted central heating and A/C provide year-round comfort. The attached one-car garage includes a dedicated utility wash station, currently set up for dog washing. The expansive, mature garden is the standout feature: 10 fruit trees, raised garden beds, automated drip irrigation, and a pergola-covered slate patio. The fenced backyard includes a synthetic-turf play area, and the front yard is planted with attractive California natives. Thoughtful water-management features include 1,730 gallons of rainwater storage, laundry-to-landscape greywater irrigation, and a front-yard rain garden designed to capture storm runoff, making the property more resilient in case of drought as well as heavy rain. Life here is easy. Easy access to Downtown Redwood City, Caltrain and other neighborhood amenities. Box, Google's Seaport campus, and Meta are all a short drive, and quick access to both 101 and 280 puts the rest of the Peninsula.

Set on a tree-lined street in Atherton's prestigious Lindenwood neighborhood, this single story 2011 residence, built by Arcanum Architecture, offers Four bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms with refined finishes throughout, including walnut, sandstone, and limestone floors, Savant smart home automation and Lutron lighting. An expansive great room and dining room combine into one light-filled space beneath a walnut-trussed vaulted ceiling, anchored by a gas fireplace with champagne limestone surround. The chef's kitchen, featuring Calcutta Oro marble, a 60" dual-fuel Wolf range, and paneled Sub-Zero refrigeration, opens directly to the family room, where a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with a walnut mantle creates a natural gathering space. Bedrooms feature vaulted bead-board ceilings and spa-like baths. Outside, there is a heated pool and spa, custom stone fire pit, heated covered patio, basketball court, and an oak tree grove amid expansive lawns and gardens. Completed plans for a two-bedroom guesthouse also by Arcanum Architecture. Minutes from downtown Menlo Park, Stanford, and top-rated schools.

Contemporary sophistication meets the finest of suburban living on a quiet cul de sac. Dramatic cedar wood concealed-hinge front door welcomes you to this five-bedroom residence. Designed to highlight clean architectural lines and abundant natural light, the open-concept floorplan features wide-plank white oak floors, recessed lighting and numerous skylights. The living room with 10 ft ceiling has built-in speakers, a sleek dual-sided gas fireplace, and seamlessly connects to a generous Ipe entertaining deck with built-in BBQ. The chef's kitchen offers a large island, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, Wolf gas range with integrated hood, premium dishwasher, ample cabinetry, skylight, plus an adjacent pantry and mudroom with side-by-side laundry. The family room includes a reading nook beneath a six-pane skylight. The primary suite opens to the backyard and features custom closets and a spa-like bath with a skylight, floating dual vanity, and a dual shower with stacked limestone walls and a frameless glass door. Front and back play yards, an in-ground trampoline, and a coveted Central Menlo cul-de-sac location complete this private retreat that is walking distance to parks and downtown.

Beautifully renovated Italianate Victorian in coveted Noe Valley! Reimagined by Martinkovic Milford Architects, this three-bedroom, two-bath home pairs original period details with sophisticated modern updates and exceptional indoor/outdoor living. Fully detached on one side, the home enjoys abundant natural light and Bernal Hill outlooks. The elegant living room features 11' ceilings, ornate moldings, an original fireplace, and custom built-ins. A dramatic formal dining room boasts a 15' vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and skylights. The gorgeous kitchen/family room features a Brazilian teak ceiling, quartz counters, Ann Sacks tile, Shaw's farmhouse sink, Viking range, built-in Thermador refrigerator, and island with second sink. An adjoining seating area opens to a south-facing deck above the landscaped garden. Two lovely bedrooms and a full bath with marble shower over tub complete this level. Downstairs, the spacious primary suite features a walk-through closet, custom built-ins, a luxurious ensuite bath with heated floors, dual vanity and walk-in shower, plus an adjoining office/nursery/gym with direct garden access. Designed by GROW Design Build, the spectacular south-facing garden features a pergola, built-in seating, two decks and two patios. One-car garage plus storage and Tesla Powerwall. Fantastic location on a tree-lined block near Sanchez Slow Street, Upper Noe Recreation Center, 24th Street shops and dining, parks, and transportation options.

A true hidden gem in Maxwell Park, this beautifully updated home has undergone extensive improvements with over $100,000 in thoughtful renovations. Every detail has been carefully considered, creating a property that seamlessly blends modern comfort with timeless charm. At the heart of the home is a chef’s kitchen equipped with high-end appliances, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. An added bathroom enhances functionality, while the overall layout offers ease and flow throughout. The outdoor spaces are equally impressive. A detached garage is surrounded by a lush, productive garden featuring more than 26 mature fruit trees and vines that extend into the front yard, along with multiple vegetable beds that provide year-round harvests and a true farm-to-table lifestyle. Major system upgrades include a reinforced foundation, a newer roof, and fresh interior and exterior paint, all complemented by meticulous care and attention throughout the property. The result is a home that offers exceptional quality, comfort, and peace of mind. With its extensive upgrades, abundant outdoor amenities, and pride of ownership throughout, this residence stands out as one of the best values in the neighborhood. Opportunities like this are rare.

Coming Soon - Commissioned in 1959, the renowned Duncan House is a mid-century modern masterpiece designed by prominent Bay Area architect Charles Warren Callister and thoughtfully renovated with custom, high-end finishes throughout. Perched atop Clarendon Heights, the home commands unobstructed panoramic views, with barrel-vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and exceptional sight lines that showcase its dramatic setting. A rare opportunity to own one of San Francisco's distinctive examples of mid-century modern architecture.

The wait is over! Welcome to your spacious Maxwell Park retreat—with a beautiful ADU! Offering nearly 2,000 square feet of living space, this inviting home blends comfort, style, and versatility. The main level features two generous bedrooms, an elegant full bathroom, gleaming hardwood floors, and a charming wood-burning fireplace. The spacious kitchen is designed for gathering, with stone countertops and high-end appliances, including a beautiful gas range, two-drawer dishwasher, large refrigerator, and built-in wine fridge. There’s even a cozy spot to enjoy your morning coffee. Downstairs, discover an incredible one-bedroom, one-bathroom ADU/au pair suite complete with a full kitchen, modern lighting, and separate access—perfect for guests, extended family, or additional living flexibility. Step outside and enjoy the large backyard and expansive deck, ideal for gardening, relaxing, and effortless entertaining. And to top it all off, there’s a swim spa ready for year-round enjoyment!

Set along one of Trestle Glen's picturesque, tree-lined streets, 1146 Excelsior Avenue is a beautiful, fully remodeled from top to bottom, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home, blending classic architectural character with modern comfort. Gracious proportions, abundant natural light, warm hardwood floors, and distinctive period details create an inviting sense of arrival. Luminous living spaces flow to an inviting kitchen and adjoining dining area designed for gathering, while generous windows frame leafy outlooks. A remarkably spacious basement adds valuable flexibility for storage, a workshop, fitness area, hobbies, or a family hang. Enjoy the winding streets and mature gardens of Trestle Glen, with Glenview Village, Lakeshore and Grand Avenue shopping and dining, Lake Merritt, parks, and Bay Area connections all within easy reach. A special opportunity to enjoy architectural character, modern updates, and exceptional versatility in a coveted Oakland setting.

Some homes simply have more to offer, and 1825 Austin Avenue is one of them. The first floor guest suite and extraordinary 1,793 square feet of finished basement immediately set this home apart. From the moment you enter, the home feels bright, gracious, and inviting. A private office sits just off the entry, alongside formal living and dining rooms filled with natural light and leafy views. The bright, airy kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring stainless steel appliances, a gas range, classic Sub-Zero refrigerator, and expansive walk-in pantry. Upstairs, the truly special primary suite feels like a private retreat, with peaceful greenery views, a private patio, generous walk-in closet, and luxurious bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and enormous dual-headed shower. Two additional generous bedrooms share a bright hall bath with a large dual-sink vanity and shower and tub. A spiral staircase connects the upper patio directly to the backyard and pool, creating a wonderful connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.

The street is aptly named; Skyline Boulevard runs along the crest of the Oakland Hills, in fresh air high above the bustling city below. The home, fully remodeled in 2020-21, rests on a sprawling 1.13-acre lot, surrounded by mature pine, maple, oak, laurel, Hawthorn and dicot trees. Enter through either of two electronic gates onto the circular driveway. Welcome guests into the foyer, and one’s attention immediately is drawn to the Great Room (which truly is great), some 817 square feet in size under a peaked, beamed ceiling above, with white oak hardwoods below. It adjoins the open-concept kitchen, which features a professional-grade Kucht oven, LG refrigerator, an immense natural stone island (seating at least five at a breakfast bar), white quartz counters, and Diotti cabinetry. The Great Room and kitchen lead outdoors through floor-to-ceiling sliders to a spacious wood deck, which surveys the trees and hillside below. To the other side is the dining room, which easily sits eight under an elegant tray ceiling. Four bedrooms lie on the main floor. Three, including the principal suite, are found down a long hallway from the Great Room. The principal suite offers a distinctive electric fireplace and heater, and garden and hillside views. The en-suite bathroom features an oversized shower (with fixtures at either end, and black Bullnose Majestic Royal Neo Matte Porcelain tile), dual sinks, and heated floors. The fourth bedroom sits at the other end of the floor, with its own full bathroom, adjacent to the LG-equipped laundry room. Downstairs is a family/playroom that simultaneously accommodates movie-watching on an immense Sony television, and a well-appointed home gym with Tonal and Peloton equipment. Work from home is easy. The fourth bedroom is currently configured as an elegant office, and the sitting room near the foyer could be configured as an office as well. Outside, a grassy area invites play, and a distinctive firepit will invite outdoor collegiality and conversation with guests regardless of any winter chill. The home is ideal for guests, an au pair, or multigenerational living. On the home’s lower level sits an elegant one-bedroom apartment – it’s too distinctive to dismiss it as a mere ADU – with a spacious bedroom, full kitchen (with LG and Samsung appliances), full bathroom, large living room, and separate entrance (and indeed a separate legal address, 13557 Skyline Boulevard). Including the apartment, the home has five bedrooms and four and one-half bathrooms in all, and spans 4,670 square feet. Parking is easy in the garage (with EV charger) and in the circular driveway in front of the home. One need not descend from the hills to shop for groceries; the Skyline Community Market is on Skyline Boulevard just minutes away. And the safety-conscious will be reassured that the Oakland Fire Department maintains its fully staffed station just one minute down the road.