Russian Hill Panoramic View Penthouse

Address:

840 North Point Avenue (between Hyde and Larkin)

Price:

$3,695,000

Abstract:

This extraordinary, virtually new, house-like Penthouse is situated behind a beautifully restored, classic Victorian façade and comprises the top two floors of a three unit building. The stunning, panoramic views encompass the Bay, Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge, The Balclutha historic 3-masted ship, Marin headlands, Belvedere, Richmond, Aquatic Park, and the Hyde Street Pier and Cable Cars. Additionally, there are views of the Bay Bridge, Coit Tower, and the Transamerica bldg. This building was renovated to perfection in 2003-4 with thoroughly contemporary interiors and top-of-the-line custom finishes and features. There are three bedrooms plus small office, three baths, living room, formal dining room, gourmet kitchen, two fireplaces, wine cellar, deeded north and south walk-out decks plus deeded roof deck, private elevator to both floors of this unit, and a private two-car garage.

Neighborhood:

The North Slope of Russian Hill is one of San Francisco's most historic and coveted locations. Within easy walking distance are the shops, cafes, restaurants and attractions at Ghiradelli Square, Aquatic Park, Fisherman's Wharf, North Beach, Polk and Chestnut Streets. At the end of the block, corner of Hyde, are world-class restaurant Gary Danko and the world-famous Hyde Street cable car line. This beautiful, historic building is one of four constructed around the turn of the century and purportedly built by the Ghirardelli Chocolate Company to house its workers. Today, the building contains three condominiums. - Statement Continued on Reverse Shown by Appointment Only Please Contact Listing Agent:

Janet Feinberg Schindler 415.296.2211 The Best Way Home! [email protected] www.SFownHOME.com This material is based upon information, which we consider reliable, but it has been supplied by third parties, we cannot represent that it is accurate complete, and it should not be relied upon as such. This offering is subject to errors, omissions, change of price or withdrawal without notice. © 2003 Sotheby’s International Realty, Inc. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

San Francisco Brokerage 

WWW.SANFRANCISCO.SOTHEBYSREALTY.COM PATRICK BARBER, VP & MANAGING BROKER 117 GREENWICH STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111 T 415.901.1700 F 415.901.1701

Description: Entry o o o o

New, street-level custom glass and iron security door opens to Terrazzo vestibule Entry door with leaded glass Alternative entry direct to either floor from private elevator off parking area below Built-in alarm and security system with camera

Master Bedroom o Spectacular master bedroom on the quiet back of the building features panoramic Bay views o Custom jumbo bay window with custom built-in window seat contains full-length cedar-lined storage cabinets o Original design hinged seats lift up to provide backrests for lounging in the window seat while viewing the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay! o Gorgeous Art Nouveau style mahogany mantel with Azul Blue marble surround; gas fireplace with remote control on/off o Custom built-in mahogany cabinetry includes bookshelves and cupboards with sliding drawers o Recessed lighting is fully dimmable, programmable and switchable (Lutron system/grafik eye) o Custom silk curtains with blackout lining o Built-in recessed sound speakers controlled from inside built-in cabinetry o Two separate ‘His’ and ‘Her’ Master Closets: both with custom built-ins in Cherry Flame wood design with brushed nickel fixtures Master Bathroom o Jumbo-sized air-jet whirlpool tub o Huge circular ‘porthole’ window provides dramatic views of the Bay, Alcatraz and the historic 3-masted Balclutha ship from the bathroom – also all reflected in the mirrors! o Large shower stall with two showerheads: Waterfall-style and an additional showerhead plus 6 body sprays o Radiant heat underneath travertine tile floor o Travertine shower stall o Travertine tub surround – solid slab o Azul Blue marble vanity – solid slab o 2 scalloped extra-large sinks o Custom cabinetry throughout o Dacor towel warming drawer o Brushed nickel fixtures throughout o Special brushed nickel wall sconces o Separate toilet room with Kohler toilet o Built-in recessed speaker controlled from Master Bedroom 2nd Bedroom o View of Alcatraz o Custom ‘sea foam blue’ Carla Mathis paint color o Closet built-ins o Recessed lighting on dimmer switches o Hunter-Douglas double-hung black-out blinds 3rd Bedroom o Ideal office or guest room o Sunny, south-facing o Closet built-ins o Custom celadon paint color o Hunter-Douglas double-hung black-out blinds

Janet Feinberg Schindler 415.296.2211 The Best Way Home! [email protected] www.SFownHOME.com

1/2 Bedroom or Office o Ideal dayroom, office or guest room o Sunny, south-facing o Custom celadon paint color o Hunter-Douglas double-hung black-out blinds o This room was structurally designed so that it could be combined with 3rd bedroom for larger room or bedroom suite Second Bathroom o Beautiful blue glass mosaic tiles with ceramic accent borders o Cast iron tub o Grohe shower head and fixtures o Kohler sink o Travertine floor Hallways o Beautiful, custom wrought iron railings and banisters o 1st (bedroom) level carpeted for comfort; 2nd (living) level features stunning Doussie (African) hardwood floors o Recessed low-voltage lights, fully dimmable and programmable via Lutron switching systems o Dramatic entry alcove at stair landing with travertine art niche atop a built-in storage cabinet o Separate mudroom and laundry room off of elevator entry on 1st level features travertine tile floor; washer/dryer hookups behind solid sliding door (top-of-the-line Kenmore washer and dryer possibly available) o Pass-through laundry "cubby door" between laundry room and walk-in master closet o Guest coat closet Dining Room o Sunny southern exposure and lovely outlooks up Russian Hill o French (Anderson) doors open to large south-facing deck o Doussie (African) hardwood floors o Recessed lighting, dimmable, Lutron and Grafik eye switches o Iron and frosted glass chandelier (possibly available) o Custom buffets (cherry wood and Carrera marble counter) are not built in; could be made available o Custom Carla Mathis chrysanthemum paint color o Sound speakers connected to master media system o Large 4’x8’ Custom mirror reflects Wine Cove Wine Cove off Formal Dining Room o Thomas Warner designed and installed 900+ bottle wine cellar (2003 SF Decorator Showcase) o Racks made of heart redwood o Tumbled travertine mosaic floor o Travertine tasting/display ledges o Glass wall provides dramatic viewing from dining room; reflected in mirror over stairs o Recessed low-voltage overhead lighting and rope lighting within racks o Specially-designed cooler and condenser keeps wine at proper temperature and humidity o View of Alcatraz from porthole-styled window!

Jaet Feinberg Schindler 415.296.2211 The Best Way Home! [email protected] www.SFownHOME.com

South-facing ‘BBQ’ Deck o Very sunny and warm o Ideal for a lush urban garden o Sound speakers connected to master media system o Deck approx. 240 sq. ft. o Trek material decking wears well and maintains its look o Copper capping on rails o Pitch pockets in place to allow possible future glass or other enclosure/windbreak o Water and gas connections for BBQ o New Viking BBQ includes 2 burners, rotisserie, cabinets, and a U-Line outdoor refrigerator) o (Custom stainless and copper cabinetry is not built-in, but possibly available) Living Room o Stunning Bay views through a floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall ‘wall of glass’ that retracts! The custom-built tophung Wieland glass doors open, pivot on centers, and fully retract: opening the living room and the entire floor to the glass-enclosed 'Cocktail' deck and the Bay beyond – truly unique! o Doussie (African) hardwood floors o Gas fireplace with elegant French stone-styled mantle and Carrera marble surround and hearth o The gas fireplace has an adjustable flame and remote control; rated to provide heat if desired o Custom built-in cabinetry provides display and book shelves, as well as cupboards below o Recessed low-voltage lighting and cove lighting fully dimmable, switched by Lutron and grafik eye programmable systems o Built-in recessed speakers o Generous molding o Iron and hardwood spiral staircase to roof deck provides attractive architectural accent o Full multimedia system, including 50 in. plasma screen TV, possibly available North-facing ‘Cocktail’ Deck o Stunning Bay and Golden Gate views – the Bay is so close you can hear the waves crashing at Aquatic Park! o Natural slate ‘copper’ tile o Copper capping on ledges o Glass screens with steel supports/dividers o Approx. 120 sq. ft. Gourmet Kitchen o The gourmet kitchen is open to the living room via a Carrera marble, extra-high bar counter o Granite counters feature full-height backsplashes (‘Tropical Fantasy’ color is a neutral and pleasing grey/reddish palate) o The extraordinary brightness of the kitchen area is attributed to the vaulted double-hipped skylight over the sink and counter area; with motorized open-close panel o Extra-large farmhouse-style under-mounted Franke stainless steel sink o Brushed nickel fixtures o Viking Professional range: 4 burners and griddle; self-cleaning oven o Custom cherry cabinetry with great attention to detail: pullout 2-basket recycling center; special storage areas: sponge cubby; 2 lazy Susans; double-door pantry with pullout shelves; built-in spice racks, etc. o Integrated appliances (i.e., cherry cabinet faces) o Miele dishwasher o GE Monogram 48 in.-wide side-by-side fridge/freezer with ice and water in-door dispenser o GE Profile microwave o Recessed low-voltage lighting, dimmable, switchable; as well as glass fixtures overhead; under cabinet halogen lighting; under bar counter rope lighting for special effect o Doussie (African) hardwood floors o Built-in recessed sound speaker tied in to master system in living room Jaet Feinberg Schindler 415.296.2211 The Best Way Home! [email protected] www.SFownHOME.com

3rd Bathroom o Cherry and ceramic furniture-style vanity o Elegant Kohler faucet o Carrera marble floor o Carrera marble shower stall with frosted glass shower door o Rich custom aubergine color paint o Skylight Roof Deck o Spectacular views in every direction! o Approx. 350 sq. ft. o Trek decking material o U-Line outdoor refrigerator built in o Built-in storage cabinets o Sound speakers connected to master media system o Copper capping on ledges o Glass rail with steel supports/dividers o Floor was designed with extra structural reinforcement to bear the weight of a hot tub (just north of skylight) o Hose bib and gas connection o Pitch pockets in place around south side of roof deck to allow possible future glass or other safety enclosure/windbreak Garage o 2-car side-by-side garage exclusively deeded to this unit o Multiple overhead racks for storage o Automatic door opener o Door access to interior stairs up the side of building to both floors Elevator o Private elevator from parking area (‘1st floor’) direct to both levels of unit (‘3rd and 4th floors’) o Acme elevator with phone in cab o Automatic panel doors o Option to provide a stop to middle unit (‘2nd floor’) at a future time – rent or sell Throughout – Misc. o Everything is virtually BRAND NEW!!! o Built-in alarm and security system o New Marvin windows on nearly all windows (except front bedroom windows and custom sized windows) o CAT-V built-in throughout; network control center in master closet o Copper pipes o 2-unit Takagi water heating system - ‘always ready’ hot water o Heavy duty heating system with A/C o Solid wood doors o Brushed and polished nickel fixtures NB:

Nearly any and all items (furniture, rugs, etc.) could remain with the unit; please ask for more information.

HOA dues: $587/mo. includes HOA Master Policy (fire and liability) insurance, water, garbage removal service, reserves)

Jaet Feinberg Schindler 415.296.2211 The Best Way Home! [email protected] www.SFownHOME.com