Traditional Beauty in Mt Carmel

Situated in a neighborhood of other distinctive homes, this traditional 13 year old Colonial style home offers a functional floor plan, 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, sunny solarium type family room, gourmet granite kitchen, separate dining room as well as a large breakfast nook, high ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, plantation shutters and a lush backyard with patio, deck, expansive lawn, oak tree, redwood trees and many fruit trees.  As an added bonus there is a separate enclosed gazabo with spa and sauna for your end of the day relaxation.  Upstairs is the generous master bedroom with walk-in closet and two additional spacious bedrooms.  The 4th bedroom is on the ground floor and is currently used as an office with many built-ins.  Inside laundry features cabinets and shelving golore.  This home offers comfort and style all within a serene ambience.  It will be open this weekend, May 19 and 20 from 1:30 – 4:30.  Virtual tour:  www.29hudson.com

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New Listing…2 bedrooms, 1 bath on a one-block long street.  Walk to Redwood City downtown restaurants, summer concert series, theatre and shopping.  Great Opportunity to remodel to your liking!  Call me for more information 650-814-1434

 

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