Home | San Mateo County | Hillsborough | 94010 | 70 Joyce Rd
MLS: ML81985068 | Status: Sold | Price: $8,250,000
Beds/Baths: 6 / 6 /1
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Acres Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 /1 | 4,909 | 0.537 | 2008 |
Once in a very great while, a magical opportunity presents itself. Nestled in the Lakeview canyons, the Secret Garden Sanctuary is the special home you have been searching for. Built in 2008, and situated on a nearly flat one-half acre plus parcel, the almost 5,000 square foot English Tudor inspired home has been lovingly maintained and upgraded over the years by an artist and interior designer. Complementing the main residence is a charming 300-square-foot ADU cottage which mirrors the timeless elegance of the primary home. Wake up to birds chirping on the veranda off the primary suite as you remotely turn on the jets of the in-ground jetted pool. Enjoy a steam shower in the full slab natural stone shower, followed by a breakfast prepared in the chefs kitchen using fresh ingredients harvested from your own garden and eggs gathered from the chicken coop. Meditate over the soothing sound of the natural stone fountain. Wander through your garden to prepare for a focused day of work in the large and sunny office or relax into the evening in front of the hearth, contemplating the hand painted ceilings of the dining room after dinner with a glass of wine. This house is truly special, hidden in the hills, among a community of caring Hillsborough neighbors. Your sanctuary awaits.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML81985068 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat - 2+, Walk-in Closet |
| Bathrooms | Bidet, Double Sinks, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub w/ Jets, Showers over Tubs - 2+, Steam Shower, Tile, Updated Bath(s), Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor |
| Kitchen | Countertop - Stone, Exhaust Fan, Island with Sink |
| Appliances | Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer |
| Dining Room | Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Formal Dining Room |
| Family Room | Separate Family Room |
| Fireplace | Family Room, Gas Burning, Gas Starter, Living Room, Other |
| Flooring | Hardwood, Tile |
| Laundry | Upper Floor |
| Cooling | Central Forced Air, Multi-Zone |
| Heating | Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace, Radiant Floors |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Pool | Cover, Heated, In Ground |
| Style | English |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Attached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, Gate/Door Opener, Garage: 3 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | Hillsborough City Elementary |
| High School District | San Mateo Union High |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| E.V. Hookup | Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts) |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | R10000 |
| Listing Agent | Co-Listing Agent |
|---|---|
| Bill McQuaid | The Cheung Group |
| Compass | Compass |
| License #: 00528109 | License #: 70010288 |
| Phone: (650) 245-1605 | Phone: (650) 759-8779 |
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Elementary School | public | K-5 | 0.99 mi | 7 |
| West Hillsborough School | public | K-5 | 1.06 mi | 9 |
| Aragon High School | public | 9-12 | 1.69 mi | 10 |
| Baywood Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.72 mi | 7 |
| South Hillsborough School | public | K-5 | 2.00 mi | 9 |
| Crocker Middle School | public | 6-8 | 2.02 mi | 8 |
| Gateway Center | public | 6-12 | 2.12 mi | N/A |
| Borel Middle School | public | 6-8 | 2.12 mi | 8 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.20 mi | 7 |
| North Hillsborough School | public | K-5 | 2.21 mi | 9 |
| San Mateo Park Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.33 mi | 2 |
| Hillsdale High School | public | 9-12 | 2.36 mi | 9 |
| Beresford Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.60 mi | 4 |
| Abbott Middle School | public | 6-8 | 2.67 mi | 4 |
| Fox Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.69 mi | 10 |
| Laurel Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.83 mi | 3 |
| Sunnybrae Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.93 mi | 2 |
| McKinley Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.95 mi | 8 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.99 mi | 6 |
| BSD Preschool | public | UG | 3.01 mi | N/A |
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