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$8,900,000
3701 Washington Street • San Francisco
Superbly located on one of the most desirable blocks of Presidio
Heights amongst other exquisite mansions ...
This stunning Beaux-Arts style architectural masterpiece evokes
the timeless glamour and unforgettable elegance of the French
Classical style ... And enjoys sparkling panoramic vistas of the
Presidio, Bay and Golden Gate Bridge ...
Property Abstract:
* Originally built circa 1900 for Nelly C. Mason
* Extensively renovated circa 1928 by George Wagner
* 1988 Decorator Showcase Home
* A total of eight bedrooms, five and one half baths, formal dining
room, library, family area, two/three car garage plus driveway
for multiple parking, and South garden on a 8,779 square foot
lot (as per City Tax Records)
Property Description:
The Main Level:
* The architecturally magnificent facade lends a majestic presence
to this historic mansion and is in the style of a stately French
Chateau
* A dramatic entrance hall provides a warmly inviting and sumptuous
welcome to guests, with it's elegant parquet flooring, very high
ceilings, and rich moldings
* The grand circular staircase with classic French-style balustrade
and fabulous architectural trompe-l’œil is crowned
by a large circular skylight with crystal chandelier and provides
a dramatic backdrop to the entrance hall
* A banquet-sized formal dining room features classic crystal
chandelier, French doors with lovely garden outlooks, gorgeous
mirrored paneling and moldings- and works beautifully for large-scale
entertaining
* Featuring rich wood-paneled walls, the intimate library enjoys
a marble woodburning fireplace and French doors opening to a decorative
balustrade over the garden
* The beautifully proportioned living room is ideal for grand-scale
entertaining and features ~twelve foot ceilings, antique carved
marble fireplace with inlaid paneled mirror, picture and crown
moldings, matching crystal chandeliers, hardwood floors with a
classic pattern and French doors with decorative balconies
* The fabulous Provençale-style gourmet chef’s kitchen
enjoys a Viking four-burner gas range plus griddle, stove and
large hood, exquisite trompe-l’œil and decorative details,
white Carrera marble and tile counters and double sinks; a spacious
pantry adjoins the kitchen and provides abundant storage for china,
crystal and silver, and features wood counters and decorative
tile accents
* A chic powder room features trompe-l’œil and fabric
covered walls and completes the main level of this mansion
Second Level:
* A large landing with circular skylight creates a bright and
airy, open feel to this level and is accessed via the grand main
staircase, as well as the back stairs off the kitchen
* The luxurious and romantic master suite features French-style
chandelier, beautiful trompe-l’œil and paneled walls,
his and her dressing rooms and marble and tile baths
* The northeast bedroom suite enjoys beautiful finishes, a marble
and tile bath and lovely Bay views
* The northwest bedroom (or den/study) has a fireplace with paneled
mirror and Bay and Presidio views
Third Level:
* This level features a total of four charming bedrooms, two with
Golden Gate and Bay views, a trompe-l’œil closet, family
area with banquette seating and one bathroom
Lower Level:
* Large laundry room with utility bath,
mechanical systems and tremendous storage
space complete this lower level
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