$28,880,000 | Built 2000 | 8,131 Sq. Ft. | 4 Bedrooms | 5.5+ Bathrooms | 0.67 Acres
445 Belvedere Ave, Belvedere, CA 94920
This stunning home, highlighted in Architectural Digest and GA Houses, offers breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, and the entire San Francisco skyline along with Sausalito. Located in an esteemed area, this exquisite 8,131 square foot residence is set on a 0.67-acre lot and features 4 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. The architectural design by Charles Gwathmey showcases impressive views from each level of the four-story layout. The unique vertical structure of the house makes optimal use of its sloped site on the southern side of Belvedere Island. At the top level, you’ll find a three-car garage with glass doors, an elevator that leads down to a courtyard, a separate guesthouse with one bedroom and bath, and a spacious wine cellar. The main living areas are situated between two grand retaining walls that align with the land’s natural shape and extend towards the Bay.
The home’s compact layout within the defined area of retaining walls ensures a sense of privacy. A circular interior staircase wraps around the elevator, serving as a cylindrical focal point in the home’s design. The living and dining areas feature a vaulted barrel ceiling and at the entry level, a large deck extends outward towards the Bay, blending indoor and outdoor spaces. The intermediate floors include three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a study, and a two-story entertainment space. The lowest level hosts a media room, a stunning wet bar, a full bathroom with a steam shower, and a sauna, opening to a spacious outdoor terrace that features a pool with an “infinity edge,” visually connecting it with the Bay. The interiors are finished with limestone and wide plank bubinga wood flooring, while the cabinetry is crafted from lightly stained maple. On the exterior, the residence boasts a gray stained cedar facade with a curved standing seam zinc roof. All windows, doors, and decks are made of teak, terraces feature beige and gray flamed limestone pavers, and the retaining walls are coated in warm white stucco.
